Location: Puerto Rico
Institution: UAGM School of
Veterinary Medicine
Posting Number: 202425-T-116-334
Background of the UAGM School of Veterinary Medicine in
Puerto Rico
The Universidad Ana G. Mendez (UAGM) School of Veterinary Medicine in Puerto Rico is dedicated to advancing
veterinary education, research, and service. Our mission is to provide world-class education and training to future veterinarians through
innovative teaching methods, cutting-edge research, and community engagement. We seek highly motivated and qualified individuals to join our
faculty and help shape the future of veterinary medicine in Puerto Rico and beyond.
Essential Duties
- Develop and
deliver high-quality lectures, laboratories, and seminars in your area of expertise. - Mentor and advise veterinary students, guiding
their academic and professional development. - Collaborate with other faculty members to design and implement an integrated,
competency-based curriculum. - Contribute to the continuous improvement of the curriculum through active participation in departmental
and college-wide committees.
Instructional Activities
- Deliver lectures, labs, and seminars that are
engaging, evidence-based, and aligned with current best practices in veterinary education. - Utilize diverse teaching methodologies to
accommodate different learning styles and enhance student engagement. - Develop assessments that accurately measure student learning
and provide constructive feedback. - Stay current with advancements in veterinary science and education to ensure the delivery of
up-to-date content. - Engage in continuous professional development to enhance teaching effectiveness.
Clinical
Activities
- Provide clinical instruction and supervision to veterinary students during Small Animal Internal Medicine
clinical rotations. - Deliver specialty veterinary care, including patient evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, and case
management. - Collaborate with faculty, staff, and referring veterinarians to ensure high-quality patient care and an effective
clinical learning environment. - Contribute to the development and enhancement of clinical services, protocols, and teaching
activities within the veterinary program.
Research and Scholarly Activities
- Establish and maintain a
productive research program that contributes to the advancement of knowledge in your field. - Seek and secure external funding to
support research endeavors. - Publish research findings in reputable, peer-reviewed journals.
- Present research at national and
international conferences. - Collaborate with colleagues within the institution and across the veterinary community.
- Engage in
interdisciplinary research that aligns with the strategic goals of the UAGM Veterinary School.
Service
- Participate actively in departmental, college, and university service activities, including committee work and student
advising. - Contribute to the broader veterinary community through service to professional organizations.
- Engage in community
outreach initiatives that promote the mission and vision of the UAGM Veterinary School.
Qualifications
- Required qualifications: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR), or
residency trained in Radiology. - Preferred qualifications: Ph. D.
- Five (5) years of clinical and/or teaching experience in
veterinary medicine. - Demonstrate excellence in teaching and research in specialty area.
- Tracked record of scholarly
activity, including publications and successful grant applications. - Commitment to student-centered education and innovative teaching
practices. - Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Experience in curriculum development and
innovative teaching methodologies. - Dedication to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
- Strong leadership
and organizational skills. - Ability to engage in interdisciplinary research and collaboration.
- Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
- Work is primarily performed in an academic setting,
including lecture halls, laboratories, and offices. - Involves occasional travel for conferences, research collaborations, and
outreach activities. - Requires the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Some positions may require
handling animals or working in a laboratory environment with biological or chemical hazards. - Reasonable accommodation will be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested candidates must complete the electronic employment application at https://jobs.uagm.edu/page-jobs-category?lang=en-us&cat=All
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. Early submission is encouraged. For further inquiries,
please contact the UAGM HR at wecollazo@uagm.edu.
About Universidad Ana G. Mendez
(UAGM)
Ana G. Mendez University (UAGM) is a private, non-profit higher education institution located in Puerto Rico, founded
in 1949. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) and licensed by the Puerto Rico Board of Postsecondary
Institutions (JIP). It has three main campuses and nine university centers around the island. In addition, UAGM has the only television
channel in Puerto Rico affiliated with the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). UAGM has an enrollment of approximately 23,000 students and
offers around 240 academic programs that include technical certificates, associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, and
doctorates.

