Assistant Professor (Teaching) Veterinary Anatomy

University of Calgary

The University of Calgary, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) invites applications for two (2) full-time academic positions (Teaching-focused stream) Veterinary Anatomy. The appointments will be made at the rank of Assistant Professor (Teaching) (tenure-track) in the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

The anticipated start date is 1 July 2026, or a mutually agreed-upon date.

Qualifications and requirements

Applicants must hold a DVM (or equivalent) or a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline. The successful candidates will contribute to laboratory-based and didactic teaching in veterinary anatomy and may contribute to other teaching activities in the DVM programme as required. Experience teaching large undergraduate cohorts in a laboratory setting is expected, and candidates should provide evidence of effectiveness in this context. Expertise in the comparative anatomy of common domestic species is required.

UCVM's anatomy instruction is supported by a team of technicians and a fully equipped laboratory capable of producing teaching specimens using a variety of preservation techniques including large format plastination Experience in course leadership, development and management is an asset, and experience in supervising technical staff activities and creating teaching specimens is highly desirable.

• Appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor (Teaching) (tenure-track) requires evidence or promise of teaching effectiveness or competency in teaching and learning, an awareness of how to apply scholarly approaches to teaching and learning practices, participation in reflective practice, and professional learning activities related to teaching and learning. Engagement in the research and scholarship required to maintain currency in pedagogy is required.

UCVM employs a Distributed Veterinary Teaching Hospital model. Clinical practice opportunities may be possible for qualified DVM candidates. Guidance and support will be given in establishing relationships with local clinics, based on desires and opportunities available.

UCVM's AVMA accredited DVM program provides a comprehensive general veterinary education to approximately 100 students per year. UCVM is a research-intensive faculty with expanding research, graduate education, and advanced clinical trainee programs.

Descriptions of the Faculty, its programs, and its departments can be found at Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) | University of Calgary (https://vet.ucalgary.ca/)

Application instructions and position posting closing date

Please apply online via the 'Apply Now' link. Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments, which may require you to merge documents. Your application attachments should be organized to contain the following:

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae, including the name and contact information of three referees
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Teaching dossier
• Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Questions may be addressed to: UCVM Academic Recruitment ucvmrecruit@ucalgary.ca

Review of applications will begin on June 15, 2026; position will remain open until filled.