Assistant or Associate Professor - Veterinarian Extension Specialist
 Utah State University | |
Commensurate with qualifications, plus excellent benefits
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paid holidays
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 United States, Utah, Logan | |
 Jan 17, 2025 | |
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Assistant or Associate Professor - Veterinarian Extension Specialist Requisition ID: 2024-8183 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Faculty Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Faculty College: College of Veterinary Medicine Department: Veterinary Clinical & Life Sciences Advertised Salary: Commensurate with qualifications, plus excellent benefits Overview The Department of Veterinary Clinical and Life Sciences (VCLS) in the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at Utah State University (USU) is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Veterinary Extension Specialist for a tenure-track position as an assistant or associate professor based on qualifications/experience. This position is integral to our mission of enhancing the quality of life for animals, humans, and the environment. The successful candidate will have a major focus on extension services (75%), combined with teaching responsibilities in public health and epidemiology (20%), and a minor service component (5%). This is a tenure-track position with a fiscal-year (FY), 12-month appointment, with an anticipated start date of January 1, 2025. Review of applications will begin October 1, 2024, and continue until the position has been filled. The incumbent in this position will work closely with CVM faculty in the Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UVDL), which is a cooperative effort by the USU CVM and Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF). The purpose of the laboratory is to provide veterinary diagnostic services to safeguard animal health, protect the agricultural economy, and shield the public against zoonotic diseases. In these roles, the UVDL serves practicing veterinarians, personnel in regulatory state and federal governmental positions, public health officials and animal owners. Diagnostic services include pathology, bacteriology, virology, serology, and molecular-based assays. The main laboratory is located on the campus of USU in Logan, Utah, and its branch laboratory is located in Spanish Fork, Utah; together these laboratories constitute the Utah component of the national veterinary diagnostic laboratory system. This position is eligible for excellent benefits, including paid holidays, vacation days (earned hours based on FTE), a 50% undergraduate tuition reduction for employees and dependents, competitive health benefits packages, and a generous contribution to retirement. In addition, up to 4 days/month may be used for consulting work. View more information here: Summary of Benefits 2024-2025 Responsibilities Extension (75%):
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**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.** Advertised Salary Commensurate with qualifications, plus excellent benefits ADA Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. University Highlights Currently, the USU CVM participates in a "2+2" program with the College of Veterinary Medicine at Washington State University and the broader Washington - Idaho - Montana - Utah (WIMU) Regional Program in Veterinary Medicine that provides instruction to 30 students in each class cohort. However, in 2022 the State of Utah approved the establishment of a full 4-year DVM degree program at USU with the goal of admitting its inaugural class of 40 students in the fall of 2025 and supporting a class size of 80 veterinary students in subsequent years. This position offers multiple opportunities for professional development in instruction, curriculum design, and innovative teaching methods. 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/8183/assistant-or-associate-professor---veterinarian-extension-specialist/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-96e3797d0d8ccf4d91227fad924ae1a2 | |