Utah State University · 11 hours ago
Professional Practice Assistant or Associate Professor – Vet Tech Education
Logan, UT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expUtah State University is seeking applicants for two faculty positions in its Veterinary Technology program within the Department of Animal, Dairy and Veterinary Sciences. The roles focus primarily on teaching and mentorship in veterinary technology, with specific expertise required in small or large animal veterinary medicine depending on the position.
Education
Responsibilities
Excellence in teaching and mentorship is highly valued at USU. The teaching assignments will be determined based on the department's needs and the successful applicant's expertise
Courses for this program include Introduction to Veterinary Technology, Companion Animal Science and Management, Companion Animal Nursing, Exotic and Laboratory Animal Care, Veterinary Critical Care Nursing, Veterinary Nurse Specialties, Veterinary Clinical Laboratory Techniques, Pharmacology and Toxicology for Veterinary Technicians, and Food Animal and Equine Care and Nursing
Most of these courses also include an accompanying laboratory course (1 to 2 credits), which will be chiefly instructed by a veterinary technician (two to be hired, one for each location)
During summer months, these faculty members will collaborate and travel to offer compact (e.g., one week), in-person laboratory courses at the Logan campus as well other locations in Utah
These candidates will also be expected to be involved in service activities for the department, college, and university, as well as external opportunities at the national and international level within their field
Qualification
Required
Earned Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (or Veterinary Medical Doctor) degree from an AVMA-accredited program and eligible for veterinary licensure in Utah
Two years of clinical experience in small animal veterinary medicine (Logan-based faculty) or two years of clinical/field experience in large animal veterinary medicine (Blanding-based faculty)
Valid driver's license to perform essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles and veterinary trailer to and from in-person laboratory courses in various locations within Utah
Preferred
Demonstrated teaching experience, including online instruction
Demonstrated experience in training veterinary technicians, either through a formal educational program or via individualized instruction and mentorship
Experience in instruction and curriculum development for institutions of higher education (community/technical college, two-year institutions, or four-year institutions)
Minimum qualification: Seven or more years of clinical experience in small animal veterinary medicine (Logan-based position) or in large animal veterinary medicine (Blanding-based position)
Preferred qualification: Three or more years of demonstrated teaching experience in veterinary technology, veterinary science, or veterinary medicine. Experience in directed student learning (i.e., one-on-one training or instruction) is also considered
Preferred qualification: Seven or more years demonstrating strong leadership and management skills, including experience overseeing personnel and resources
Benefits
Excellent Benefits
Company
Utah State University
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Funding
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$0.24MKey Investors
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