Iowa State University Residency
We are excited to announce a 3-year ABVO-approved residency position at Iowa State University (July 15, 2025 – July 14, 2028) with an annual salary of $50,000 (and very affordable cost of living in lovely Ames, Iowa).
To view details and for candidates to APPLY please see this website: https://isu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/IowaStateJobs/job/Ames-IA/Residency---Opthalmology_R15570 (FYI info from website also copied below the link).
People unfamiliar with ISU and interested in seeing our teaching hospital promotional videos highlighting our beautiful clinic are encouraged to see these websites:
o Small Animal Hospital - https://youtu.be/D5b85eHflJs
o Large Animal Hospital - https://youtu.be/ztiVp_AOvtk
We will have a table at the ACVO Job Fair and are excited to talk with people there.
Position Title:
Residency - Ophthalmology
Appointment Type:
Post Doc/Trainee
Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University, Veterinary Medical Center, offers a training program in Veterinary Ophthalmology designed to prepare residents for board certification by the American Board of Veterinary Ophthalmology. The residency program is three years in duration, and will be renewed on an annual basis based on continued funding. A concurrent Master of Science program is also available, but is not required for the residency program.
There are currently 2 ACVO diplomates and 1 ECVO diplomate (ABVO approved) in direct support of the residency training along with 2 dedicated ophthalmology technicians. In addition, board certified specialists in various fields (e.g. internal medicine, surgery, oncology, dermatology, radiology, pathology, large animal, cardiology, and more) provide additional program support. Ophthalmology residents (currently 3 total) share primary ophthalmology emergency duties, including after hours, weekends and holidays. Residents participate in clinical rounds, seminars, journal club, image review, surgical practice, continuing education programs, and various departmental academic programs (including student teaching). Residency program specifics can be found here: ISU Resident Program Specifics - Ophthalmology 2023 FINAL.pdf (iastate.edu)
Department/Program & College Description
This Ophthalmology residency program has been designed to provide an in-depth training in comparative ophthalmology and related basic and applied sciences. The program has been developed to provide residents with comprehensive knowledge of ocular conditions affecting animals and is approved by the American Board of Veterinary Ophthalmology (ABVO). Our program strives to prepare residents for active careers in academia or specialty practice, and the caseload provides an excellent and broad experience over the duration of the residency.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
DVM or equivalent degree
Candidates must have satisfactorily completed a one-year internship or equivalent clinical experience upon employment start date.
Registration with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy in compliance with the Controlled Substances Registration Act will be required prior to clinical practice.
Licensure by the State of Iowa Board of Veterinary Medicine upon employment start date.
Proposed Start Date:
July 15, 2025
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
June 30, 2026
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Application Instructions:
Application deadline: Monday, November 11, 2024 by 11:00 am CST (12:00 pm EST). Following the review of applications, selected candidates may be invited for a personal or telephone interview.
The residency position will be offered Monday, 1/27/25 at 11:00 am CST (12:00 pm EST).Deadlines and offering dates will be in accordance with the Ophthalmology Residency Choosing Association [ORCA] guidelines (ORCA+Rules+for+2024-2025.pdf (squarespace.com))
To apply for this position, please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter (preferably one page, but not to exceed 2 pages)
3) Veterinary School Transcript including Grade Point Average and class rank (#/total)
4) **References: 3 Letters of reference should be submitted by the authors directly to Dr. Rachel Allbaugh at allbaugh@iastate.edu
** Letters of reference should be written by faculty members, research mentors and/or practicing veterinarians. These letters commonly address aptitude and performance pertinent to knowledge of veterinary medicine, clinical skills (including surgical ability), ability to apply knowledge in a clinical setting, ability to communicate and work with others and scientific research experiences. The reference letters are due Monday, November 11, 2024 by 12 pm EST.
For specific questions regarding the program, you may contact any of the following:
Dr. Rachel Allbaugh, DVM, MS, DACVO (allbaugh@iastate.edu) – Ophthalmology Faculty Member
Dr. Melissa Kubai, DVM, MS, DACVO (mkubai@iastate.edu) – Ophthalmology Faculty Member
Dr. Jesus Diaz Bujan, DVM, BSAVA PgCertSAOphthal MVetMed DECVO (jdiazb@iastate.edu) Ophthalmology Faculty Member
Dr. Bactelius “Bacty” Turicea, DVM (bturicea@iastate.edu) – Ophthalmology Resident 2022-2025
Dr. Mona Hoerdemann, DMV, MVetClinStud, DACVS-LA (mona@iastate.edu) – Ophthalmology Resident 2023-2026
Dr. Sonja Ing, DVM, MASc (ings@iastate.edu) – Ophthalmology Resident 2024-2027
For questions regarding the application process, please contact:
Taylor Anderson taander@iastate.edu
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing Program
Original Posting Date:
September 25, 2024
Posting Close Date:
November 11, 2024
Job Requisition Number:
R15570