Assistant /Associate Professor of Small Animal Medicine - Veterinary Medicine

About the role

Rocky Vista University is launching an exciting new College of Veterinary Medicine, and we are seeking forward‑thinking educators who are eager to help build something extraordinary from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to shape an innovative, student‑centered veterinary curriculum, one grounded in real‑world clinical excellence and designed to prepare graduates for the evolving demands of the profession. Faculty at RVU CVM will collaborate closely with accomplished peers to design, develop, and continuously refine courses, playing a central role in shaping both the program and the future of veterinary education. You’ll teach, mentor, and innovate in state‑of‑the‑art facilities in beautiful Billings, Montana, where exceptional quality of life, a welcoming community, and unparalleled access to outdoor recreation come together.

Pay

Salary $149,864 – $196,539 per year. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill, knowledge, experience, education, and credentials. Specifically, Faculty salary is determined by these factors as well as Faculty Rank which will be determined by the RVU Rank and Promotion committee. Relocation assistance available.

Benefits

• 401(k) with match up to 7% based on employee’s contribution
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• 2 weeks (minimum) accrued paid vacation days per year
• 12 accrued sick days per year
• Personal days
• 13½ paid holidays

Primary Purpose

Enhance the knowledge, growth and overall development of the veterinary students through contribution to courses administered by the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences through the delivery of assigned lectures, running small groups, reviewing and contributing to course material, developing and reviewing exam questions.

Responsibilities

• Teaching responsibilities in Small Animal Medicine
• Advise and mentor DVM and graduate students
• Actively engage in independent and collaborative research in your area of expertise, including projects suitable for veterinary student participation
• Collaborative research with CVM faculty in other departments is desirable
• Research areas of emphasis at CVM include: One Health, Wildlife & Conservation Medicine, Climate Change, Zoonotic Diseases, and Public Health
• Participate in Faculty Senate
• Attend Departmental Meetings (when required)
• Participate in Departmental Faculty evaluations (when required)
• Serve on College/University committees

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• DVM from an accredited institution

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in collaborative research aligned with CVM emphasis areas (One Health, Wildlife & Conservation Medicine, Climate Change, Zoonotic Diseases, Public Health)

Final applicant will be required to pass background check and drug screening.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to orally communicate effectively with others
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels
• May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties
• May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies (pens, pencils, calculators, computer keyboards, telephone, etc.)
• May be required to transport oneself to other campus offices, conference rooms, and on occasion, to off-campus sites to attend meetings, conferences, workshops, seminars, etc.