Assistant /Associate Professor of Small Animal Medicine

Assistant /Associate Professor of Small Animal Medicine

Company: Rocky Vista University

Category: Veterinary Medicine

Type: Full-Time

Budgeted Salary Range: $149,864 - $196,539

Rocky Vista University is launching an exciting new College of Veterinary Medicine, and we are seeking forward-thinking educators who are eager to help build something extraordinary from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to shape an innovative, student-centered veterinary curriculum, one grounded in real-world clinical excellence and designed to prepare graduates for the evolving demands of the profession.

Faculty at RVU CVM will collaborate closely with accomplished peers to design, develop, and continuously refine courses, playing a central role in shaping both the program and the future of veterinary education. You'll teach, mentor, and innovate in state-of-the-art facilities in beautiful Billings, Montana, where exceptional quality of life, a welcoming community, and unparalleled access to outdoor recreation come together.

If you are energized by collaboration, inspired by new possibilities in veterinary education, and motivated by the opportunity to leave a lasting professional legacy, Rocky Vista University invites you to join us at the beginning of something truly special.

SALARY: $149,864 - $196,539 per year. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill, knowledge, experience, education, and credentials. Specifically, Faculty salary is determined by these factors as well as Faculty Rank which will be determined by the RVU Rank and Promotion committee.

Relocation Assistance available.

BENEFITS: RVU offers a full benefits package that includes 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision insurance, along with 2 weeks (minimum) accrued paid vacation days per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, personal days, 13 ½ paid holidays and 401(K) match up to 7% based on employee's contribution.

Primary Purpose

Enhance the knowledge, growth and overall development of the veterinary students through contribution to courses administered by the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences through the delivery of assigned lectures, running small groups, reviewing and contributing to course material, developing and reviewing exam questions.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsibilities in research and teaching in Small Animal Medicine.
• Research & Scholarly Activities: Research areas of emphasis at CVM include: One Health, Wildlife & Conservation Medicine, Climate Change, Zoonotic Diseases, and Public Health. Advise and mentor DVM and graduate students and actively engage in independent and collaborative research. Actively engage in independent and collaborative research in your area of expertise to include projects suitable for veterinary student participation. Specific interest and background in collaborative research with CVM faculty in other departments is desirable.
• Participate in the following University Activities: Faculty Senate, Departmental Meetings (when required), Departmental Faculty evaluations (when required), College/University committees

Minimum Qualifications

• DVM from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

Final applicant will be required to pass background check and drug screening. Qualified applicants will be contacted. There may be an additional video interview for you to complete. Please watch your email including spam and promotions folder.

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