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Job Title: Veterinary Curriculum Instructors

Department: Veterinary Medicine | College Administration

The Ohio State College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking dedicated and experienced veterinary general practitioners to join our faculty as a Veterinary Curriculum Instructors (Lecturers, full-time, teaching). This position is ideal for a veterinarian with a strong clinical background and a passion for teaching and mentorship. Applicants must demonstrate strong (3 years minimum) experience in general veterinary practice or mixed/livestock species specialized practice (board certified or board eligible), and must also demonstrate leadership skills, strong collaborative efforts, effective communication skills, and sound clinical reasoning/judgement. Applicants must have a DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited institution. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain an Ohio Veterinary License.

The successful candidate will report to the Associate Dean for Professional Programs and support the educational mission of the college through using evidence-based teaching methods for content delivery and assisting with the organizational management of the hands-on skills-based curricular threads: Clinical Skills, Communication and Collaboration, and Integrative Problems courses across years 1-3.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching & Student Engagement:
  • Clinical Skills: Develop and deliver content in laboratory sessions for year 1-3 DVM students; Develop and participate in OSCEs; Mentor student development and practice.
  • Communication & Collaboration: Facilitate laboratory sessions; Provide didactic instruction; Develop and participate in OSCEs.
  • Integrated Problems: Develop and deliver case-based content to year 1-3 DVM students to develop their clinical reasoning and critical thinking.
• Course Management: Collaborate with teams for administration, lab organization, IACUC protocols, assessments, etc.
• General Program Support: Assist in planning and delivery of Summer Spectrum of Care program and related electives.

Qualifications:

• DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
• 3 years minimum experience in general veterinary practice or mixed/livestock species specialized practice (board certified or board eligible, including ABVP).
• Demonstrated strong interest or experience in veterinary education and students.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaborative skills.
• Able to use a computer proficiently (Microsoft office products).

Preferred Attributes:

• Background in clinical teaching and/or adult education.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, interdisciplinary environment.
• Enthusiasm for teaching and mentoring students.
• Experience with online learning platforms and educational technology.
• Prior experience writing IACUC protocols.
• Experience administering clinical assessments.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates should submit the following: Letter of intent stating professional goals and interests, Curriculum vitae, Names and contact details for four professional references.

This position will require an in-person interview with a demonstration of hands-on teaching ability.