[Hiring] Assistant /Associate Professor of Research - Veterinary Medicine @Rocky Vista University

Role Description

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.

If you are energized by collaboration, inspired by new possibilities in veterinary education, and motivated by the opportunity to leave a lasting professional legacy, Rocky Vista University invites you to join us at the beginning of something truly special.

Qualifications

• DVM and/or PhD from an accredited institution.

Requirements

• Experience and interest in research required.
• Board eligible or board certification preferred.
• Final applicant will be required to pass background check and drug screening.

Benefits

• Salary: $149,864 - $196,539 per year.
• Relocation Assistance available.
• Full benefits package including 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision insurance.
• 2 weeks (minimum) accrued paid vacation days per year.
• 12 accrued sick days per year.
• Personal days.
• 13 ½ paid holidays.
• 401(K) match up to 7% based on employee’s contribution.

Company Description

We are Rocky Vista University (RVU), a diverse, equitable, and inclusive healthcare education university that recognizes, values, and respects the commonalities and differences reflected in our students, staff, faculty, and alumni. We strive to be compassionate healthcare educators and practitioners who embrace and champion inclusive excellence.

RVU is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Essential Job Functions

• Enhance the knowledge, growth and overall development of the veterinary students through contribution to courses administered by the Department of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences.
• Responsibilities in research related to the candidate’s discipline.
• Research areas of emphasis at CVM include: One Health, Wildlife & Conservation Medicine, Climate Change, Zoonotic Diseases, and Public Health.
• Advise and mentor DVM and graduate students and actively engage in independent and collaborative research.
• Actively engage in independent and collaborative research in your area of expertise to include projects suitable for veterinary student participation.
• Specific interest and background in collaborative research with CVM faculty in other departments is desirable.
• Participate in University Activities such as Faculty Senate, Departmental Meetings, Departmental Faculty evaluations, and College/University committees.