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Assistant Professor, Veterinary Technology

Employer
Murray State University
Location
Murray, KY

Job Details

Posting Number:

20220037FAC

Job Title:

Assistant Professor, Veterinary Technology

Type of Employment:

Regular Full-Time

Work Location:

Murray, KY

Employment Term:

Academic Year

Position Type:

Faculty (Tenure-Track)

Department:

Animal Health Technology/Pre-Vet

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Full-time, nine month, tenure-track position in the Hutson School of Agriculture to begin January 2023.

Teach at least four undergraduate or graduate courses per semester in the Veterinary Sciences program, advisement of students in their academic programs, assist in faculty advisement of the Veterinary Technology/Pre-Veterinary Medicine Club, assist/advise and work closely with University farm animal laboratory operations, and participate in relevant community/university service activities. Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to engage in a focused program of scholarly activity resulting in peer-reviewed publications and presentations. Participation in professional and clinical development activities and service/leadership to the Huston School, university, industry and state and national professional organizations will be expected.

Minimum Education Requirements:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from an accredited program.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements:

Licensed to practice or eligible to apply to practice Veterinary medicine in the State of Kentucky is required. Demonstrated competence in the area of Veterinary Science is required. The ability to teach and work in a multidisciplinary School of Agriculture in a collegial manner is expected.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

Previous teaching experience at the college level preferred. Successful experience in mixed animal Veterinary Practice Operations preferred.

Posting Date:

04/20/2022

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Along with the application, the following items must be included:

  • Letter of application
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copies of transcripts
  • Three (3) professional letters of recommendation

For best consideration, please submit a completed application along with all required materials by September 1, 2022. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Organization

For 100 years Murray State University has served students from the region, the nation and the world. Founded in 1922, the University has grown from an enrollment of 202 students to 9,500 today. Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities.  Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio.

 

Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.  Murray State embraces diversity in the workplace and values attracting, developing and maintaining a diverse, high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. The University endeavors to create and promote a culturally diverse community to be accepting of and sensitive to diversity in its many varied forms. Murray State has been continuously accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) since 1928. 

Recent Accolades: 

  • U.S. News & World Report (32 consecutive years as a top-tier university) and top 10 in south region for Top Public Schools, Best Value and Best College for Veterans 
  • Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck
  • G.I. Jobs Military Friendly School 
  • Forbes Best Employers List

 

 

Located in the west Kentucky region, Murray State is a public, comprehensive University with four colleges (business; science, engineering and technology; humanities and fine arts; education and human services)– and two schools (agriculture; nursing and health professions).  The University's 236-acre main campus is located in Murray, Kentucky and offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, professional instruction, as well as continuing education programs. Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, as well as many other benefit offerings.

 

The city of Murray, located in Calloway County, offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. 

Company info
Website
Telephone
(270) 809-2146
Location
412 Sparks Hall
Murray
KY
42071
US

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