Director of the Scott-Ritchey Research Center College of Veterinary Medicine Auburn University Nominations and applications are invited for the position of Director of the Scott-Ritchey Research Center (SRRC), College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at Auburn University. The mission of the SRRC is to conduct interdisciplinary and cutting-edge basic and translational research to improve the health of dogs and cats and to communicate these findings to the clinical and scientific communities to facilitate their application. The chosen candidate is expected to: (1) support SRRC faculty in the development and coordination of interdisciplinary research programs; (2) provide strong advocacy for the SRRC’s research and outreach programs; (3) lead the continued development of companion animal research and research training/education; (4) foster basic, translational and clinical interdisciplinary sciences with companion animals within the CVM; and  (5) work in conjunction with the Dean, development officers, and leadership of the college and university to secure funding for the growth, development and identified missions of the SRRC. The position is tenure track and the successful candidate should have a scholarly record that merits appointment as a professor in a department of the CVM. Qualifications: The successful candidate will be an established scientist in veterinary medical and/or biomedical research with a strong record of scholarly achievement, peer recognition and sustained extramural funding as a principal investigator. Excellent interpersonal communication skills, substantial experience in academia, demonstrated leadership and organizational abilities in support of veterinary or biomedical research are required. A terminal degree in veterinary medicine (D.V.M. or equivalent) or in the biomedical sciences (Ph.D., M.D., D.M.D. or equivalents) is required. A veterinary medical degree and previous administrative experience are preferred. Auburn University is a comprehensive land-grant institution and is ranked as one of the top 50 public universities in the country by US News & World Report. It is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, positive work environment, exciting student life, and the beauty of its campus. Auburn is a campus of more than 24,000 students and 1,200 full-time faculty members located on the rapidly developing I-85 corridor between Atlanta, Georgia and Montgomery, Alabama. Electronic submissions of nominations and applications are encouraged. Candidates for the position should send a letter of application and curriculum vitae to Dr. C. A. Pinkert, Chair, SRRC Director Search Committee, 106 Greene Hall, College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, AL 36849-5517 (flurrmf@auburn.edu). Letters of reference will be requested for viable candidates following the initial screening process. The application deadline is March 31, 2008 or until the position is filled. The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment and be able to communicate effectively in English.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Auburn University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer