Assistant Associate or Full Professor of Small Animal Surgery
Assistant Associate or Full Professor of Small Animal Surgery
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Overview
The Department of Veterinary Clinical and Life Sciences (VCLS) in the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at Utah State University (USU) is seeking applicants for an assistant associate or full professor of small animal surgery. The position is flexible and may include 7095 teaching 1025 research (optional if the candidate is interested) and 5 service. Tenuretrack professional practicetrack or parttime positions are available with an anticipated start date of August 15th 2025. Review of applications will begin May 5 2025 and continue until the position has been filled. The tenuretrack rank of assistant associate or full professor and the nontenure track rank of professional practice assistant associate or full professor will be considered depending on preference qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.
The candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of veterinary professionals by delivering small animal internal medicine instruction in the new Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree curriculum. In this capacity the candidate is also expected to develop and implement innovative teaching methodologies assessment tools and evaluation criteria to measure veterinary students mastery throughout the programs entirety. The candidate will also contribute to other curriculum activities associated with their expertise.
If interested the candidate will have the potential to develop and carry out an independent nationally recognized research program that includes mentoring students to engage in quality research with opportunities to seek external funding and publish their scholarship in peerreviewed scientific outlets.
Applicants must have a DVM or equivalent veterinary professional degree be licensed or eligible for licensure to practice in the State of Utah and be a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (DACVSSA) the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (DECVSSA) or be boardeligible for one of these organizations. The ideal candidates should have strong skills in clinical practice and teaching of small animal surgery demonstrated research interest and experience and outstanding communication skills.
The fulltime position is eligible for excellent benefits including paid holidays 22 vacation days/year a 50 undergraduate tuition reduction for employees and dependents competitive health benefits packages and a generous contribution to retirement. In addition up to 4 days/month may be used for consulting work. View more information here:Summary of Benefits.
Responsibilities
Position Responsibilities for Teaching:
- Deliver instruction in small animal surgery in the DVM degree curriculum including handson instruction in clinical skills and live animal surgery labs.
- Take a leadership role in course organization and development.
- Develop and implement innovative teaching methodologies assessment tools and evaluation criteria in your area of instruction.
- Contribute to developing the DVM degree curriculum and other curriculum activities associated with their expertise.
- Opportunities to design analyze and publish pedagogical research.
Position Responsibilities for Research (Optional If Candidate is Interested):
- Potential to develop and carry out a highquality research program that includes mentoring veterinary medical graduate and undergraduate students.
- Potential to obtain extramural funding and to publish scholarship in peerreviewed scientific journals and other outlets.
Position Responsibilities for Service:
- Contribute to the department college university and profession through service (e.g. serve on graduate student curriculum hiring and admissions committees).
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
DVM or equivalent degree(s).
DACVS (SA) or DECVS (SA) boardcertified or boardeligible veterinary surgeon.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as a team member in a collaborative setting.
Preferred Qualifications:
At least one year as a practicing small animal surgeon.
Experience teaching veterinary medical students in didactic or clinical settings.
Only for candidates interested in research a demonstrated record of scholarly activity and publications within refereed scientific and/or pedagogical journals.
Additional Qualifications for Consideration for the Rank of Associate or Full Professor:
Extensive experience in the field of small animal surgery.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching veterinary medical students in didactic and/or clinical settings.
Only for candidates interested in research an established record of research productivity including publications in scientific and/or pedagogical journals with evidence of securing extramural funding.
Required Documents
Along with the online application please attach:
1. CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV
2. Letter of Intent including a statement of career goals teaching philosophy and interests and only for those candidates interested in research a statement of research philosophy and interests. Upload to Other Documents 110
3. Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
ADA
Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.
College/Department Highlights
The Assistant Associate or Full Professor of Small Animal Surgerywill be joining the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at an exciting point of transformation. In 2022 the state of Utah approved the creation of a full fouryear Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree program at USU. The CVM has received approval through its accrediting agency the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education to admit its inaugural class of 40 students in the fall of 2025 and cohorts of 80 veterinary students in subsequent years. The new college is the only veterinary medical education program in Utah. The CVM is dedicated to providing toptier education and training to the next generation of veterinarians. Our program emphasizes handson learning innovative teaching methods and a commitment to excellence in veterinary care. Join our dynamic team and contribute to shaping the future of veterinary medicine.
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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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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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
