Residency Program in Comparative Ophthalmology – Kansas State University

Residency Program in Comparative Ophthalmology – Kansas State University

Kansas State University Veterinary Health Center is accepting applications from qualified individuals for a three-year ophthalmology residency.  The objectives of the program are to provide advanced clinical training and experience in clinical ophthalmic research.  The Ophthalmology Service is supported by two board certified ophthalmologists and two dedicated staff, in addition to two to three house officers (specialty interns and residents). The residency is further supported by board certified faculty in large and small animal medicine and surgery, anesthesiology, dermatology, oncology (medical and radiation), zoological/exotics medicine, and diagnostic imaging. The VHC has an excellent case load and offers exposure to all domestic species as well as exotics.

Dates: July 14,2025 – July 13, 2028

Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Salary: $49,186

Prerequisites: One-year rotating internship or equivalent experience.

Submission Requirements:

1. Curriculum Vitae (including class rank in veterinary school).

2. Official transcripts and grade point average from all post-secondary institutions (veterinary schools) attended.

3. Three Letters of Reference - Letters should be submitted electronically by the individuals writing the letters, not forwarded by the applicant.

4. Letter of Intent - A personal statement describing background, reasons for applying to the residency and career goals.

The successful applicant must apply for a Kansas Veterinary Institutional License.  The VHC pays this cost and provides additional information.

Kansas State University employs only citizens of the US, Canada and Mexico, nationals of the US, and aliens authorized to work in the US at the time of application. At this time, we regret that we cannot accept applicants outside these countries.

Please submit all application materials electronically to Katherine Carlgren, Assistant to the Hospital Director: kcarlgre@vet.k-state.edu.  Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.   A background check will be required of all successful applicants prior to employment.