Assistant or Associate Professor of Professional Practice in Veterinary Technology Education
 Utah State University | |
Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits
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 United States, Utah, Logan | |
 Jan 07, 2025 | |
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Assistant or Associate Professor of Professional Practice in Veterinary Technology Education Requisition ID: 2024-8410 # of Openings: 2 Location: US-UT-Logan | US-UT-Blanding Category: Faculty Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Faculty College: College of Agriculture & Applied Sc Department: Animal Dairy & Veterinary Sciences Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits Overview The Department of Animal, Dairy and Veterinary Sciences (ADVS) at Utah State University (USU) is seeking applicants for two faculty positions with the department's Veterinary Technology program. One position will be located in Logan, Utah; this faculty member will have a 12-month, fiscal year appointment with a major appointment in teaching (95% of role) and a minor service role (5%). The successful candidate for this position will possess specialized interest and experience in small animal veterinary medicine, specifically focusing on the care and treatment of dogs and cats. This expertise will complement the existing faculty within the ADVS department at the Logan campus. The second available position will be located at our statewide campus in Blanding, Utah. This faculty member will have a fiscal year appointment with 0.75 FTE, also with the major role of teaching (95%) and minor role of service (5%). The successful candidate for the Blanding position will have expertise in large animal veterinary medicine (e.g., beef cattle and equine) and an interest in veterinary services in rural communities. These positions may be filled as Assistant or Associate Professor of Professional Practice depending on qualifications and are not eligible for tenure. Both faculty members will contribute to the Veterinary Technology Associate of Science degree program in the ADVS department, which is designed to prepare students for the Veterinary Technician National Exam. The Logan-based faculty member will serve as the program director. Launching in Fall 2025, USU's veterinary technology program is innovative in design, including hybrid instruction, with didactic courses offered asynchronously online and hands-on technical instruction offered in person at multiple locations in Utah, including USU's Logan and Blanding campuses. The degree is also designed to be stackable, allowing students to complete a veterinary assistant certificate at one of Utah's regional community colleges and then articulate those credits to the veterinary technology associate degree at USU. Students can also continue beyond the A.S. degree to complete a B.S. in veterinary science. This is an exciting time at USU, marked by significant growth and investment in veterinary sciences and veterinary medicine. Growing interest in these fields in Utah is demonstrated by a 5% average annual increase in pre-veterinary undergraduate enrollment. In addition, a new College of Veterinary Medicine has been established, with a full four-year program set to begin in Fall 2025 and a state-of-the-art building scheduled for completion in Fall 2026. Notably, USU offers the only Veterinary Technology A.S. degree in the state of Utah, underscoring the institution's commitment to leading veterinary education in the region. This dynamic and expanding field offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of veterinary medicine and education in Utah. Responsibilities Teaching 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. The Logan-based faculty member is anticipated to direct the following courses:
The Blanding-based faculty member is anticipated to direct the following courses:
Most of these courses also include an accompanying laboratory course (1 to 2 cr), 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 to offer compact (e.g., one week), in-person laboratory courses at the Logan campus as well other locations in Utah. Service 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. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Qualifications for Associate Rank:
Required Documents Along with the online application, please uploaded the following documents at the beginning of your application, in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10":
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.** Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits ADA Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. University Highlights Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah's counties. Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu . *updated 01/2025 https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/8410/assistant-or-associate-professor-of-professional-practice-in-veterinary-technology-education/job?in_iframe=1 Notice of Non-discrimination In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266 Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266 Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322 For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact: U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, OCR.Denver@ed.gov Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-18cae8446f56344184984b9a4ccc03cc | |