Assistant or Associate Professor of Professional Practice in Veterinary Technology Education
Assistant or Associate Professor of Professional Practice in Veterinary Technology Education
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Job Description
Overview
The Department of Animal Dairy and Veterinary Sciences (ADVS) at Utah State University (USU) is seeking applicants for two faculty positions with the departments Veterinary Technology program.
One position will be located in Logan Utah; this faculty member will have a 12month fiscal year appointment with a major appointment in teaching 95 of role) and a minor service role 5. The successful candidate for this position will possess specialized interest and experience in small animal veterinary medicine specifically focusing on the care and treatment of dogs and cats. This expertise will complement the existing faculty within the ADVS department at the Logan campus.
The second available position will be located at our statewide campus in Blanding Utah. This faculty member will have a fiscal year appointment with 0.75 FTE also with the major role of teaching 95 and minor role of service 5. The successful candidate for the Blanding position will have expertise in large animal veterinary medicine (e.g. beef cattle and equine) and an interest in veterinary services in rural communities. These positions may be filled as Assistant or Associate Professor of Professional Practice depending on qualifications and are not eligible for tenure.
Both faculty members will contribute to the Veterinary Technology Associate of Science degree program in the ADVS department which is designed to prepare students for the Veterinary Technician National Exam. The Loganbased faculty member will serve as the program director. Launching in Fall 2025 USUs veterinary technology program is innovative in design including hybridinstruction with didactic courses offered asynchronously online and handson technical instruction offered in person at multiple locations in Utah including USUs Logan and Blanding degree is also designed to be stackable allowing students to complete a veterinary assistant certificate at one of Utahs regional community colleges and then articulate those credits to the veterinary technology associate degree at USU. Students can also continue beyond the A.S. degree to complete a B.S. in veterinary science.
This is an exciting time at USU marked by significant growth and investment in veterinary sciences and veterinary medicine. Growing interest in these fields in Utah is demonstrated by a 5 average annual increase in preveterinary undergraduate enrollment. In addition a new College of Veterinary Medicine has been established with a full fouryear program set to begin in Fall 2025 and a stateoftheart building scheduled for completion in Fall 2026. Notably USU offers the only Veterinary Technology A.S. degree in the state of Utah underscoring the institutions commitment to leading veterinary education in the region. This dynamic and expanding field offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of veterinary medicine and education in Utah.
Responsibilities
Teaching
Excellence in teaching and mentorship is highly valued at USU. The teaching assignments will be determined based on the departments needs and the successful applicants expertise.
The Loganbased faculty member is anticipated to direct the following courses:
- ADVS 2010 Companion Animal Science and Management 2 cr)
- ADVS 2020 Companion Animal Nursing 2 cr)
- ADVS 2030 Exotic and Laboratory Animal Care 1 cr)
- ADVS 2050 Veterinary Nurse Specialties 2 cr)
- ADVS 3000 Animal Health and Hygiene 3 cr a core course for the four undergraduate BS degrees in the department)
The Blandingbased faculty member is anticipated to direct the following courses:
- ADVS 2000 Introduction to Veterinary Technology 1 cr)
- ADVS 2040 Veterinary Critical Care Nursing 2 cr)
- ADVS 2060 Veterinary Clinical Lab Techniques 1 cr)
- ADVS 2080 Pharmacology and Toxicology for Veterinary Technicans 1 cr)
- ADVs 2070 Food Animal and Equine Care and Nursing 3 cr)
Most of these courses also include an accompanying laboratory course 1 to 2 cr) which will be chiefly instructed by a veterinary technician (two to be hired one for each location). During summer months these faculty members will collaborate to offer compact (e.g. one week) inperson laboratory courses at the Logan campus as well other locations in Utah.
Service
Candidates will also be expected to be involved in service activities for the department college and university as well as external opportunities at the national and international level within their field.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Earned Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (or Veterinary Medical Doctor) degree from an AVMAaccredited program and eligible for veterinary licensure in Utah.
- Two years of clinical experience in small animal veterinary medicine (Loganbased faculty) or two years of clinical/field experience in large animal veterinary medicine (Blandingbased faculty).
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as a team member.
- Excellent written oral and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as a team member in a collaborative setting.
- Willingness and ability to travel within Utah to provide occasional inperson instruction. Applicant must obtain a valid Utah Drivers License.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated teaching experience including online instruction.
- Demonstrated experience in training veterinary technicians either through a formal educational program or via individualized instruction and mentorship.
- Experience in instruction and curriculum development for institutions of higher education (community/technical college twoyear institutions or fouryear institutions).
- Strong leadership and management skills with experience overseeing personnel and resources.
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and ensure fiscal responsibility.
Qualifications for Associate Rank:
- Seven or more years of clinical experience in small animal veterinary medicine (Loganbased position) or in large animal veterinary medicine (Blandingbased position).
- Four or more years of demonstrated teaching experience in veterinary technology veterinary science or veterinary medicine.
Required Documents
Along with the online application please uploaded the following documents at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Documents 110:
- Resume/CV
- Cover letter/statement of interest
- 1 to 2page statement addressing experience in teaching and articulating a teaching philosophy.
- 1 to 2page statement addressing experience in professional clinical small animal and/or large animal veterinary medicine.
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
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Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier landgrant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a highquality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.
USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac12 Conference beginning in theseason. The Aggies longstanding tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.
The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources ator.
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Notice of Nondiscrimination
In its programs and activities including in admissions and employment Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy Title IX or any other federal state or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs nondiscrimination policies:
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Employment Type
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