Assistant/Associate Professor ? Pathology
Position InformationThe University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) School of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position as Assistant/Associate Professor - Pathology. This position is responsible for the development and delivery of instruction in veterinary pathology within the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) curriculum and contribute to scholarship, service, and program development. Responsibilities include teaching, curriculum development, student mentoring, scholarly activity, and participation in accreditation and institutional initiatives consistent with the mission of UMES and AVMA Council on Education (COE) standards.
Salary InformationSalary range: $125,000 - $155,000 annually, commensurate with academic rank and experience.
Benefits:
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, as a University System of Maryland institution and a Maryland State agency, provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular faculty and staff. The Office of Employee Benefits provides consultative services and assistance with benefits planning, enrollment, and changes. Eligible employees may participate in a variety of benefit plans including:
- Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employeesand dependents offered through the State of Maryland Employee BenefitsDivision.
- Prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and visioncoverage.
- Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or anOptional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental RetirementAccounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsoredMetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-termdisability insurance).
- Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USMpolicies, spouses and dependents at University System of Marylandinstitutions.
- Leave benefits, including paid annual (22 days per year) and sick leave (15days), personal leave (3 days per year) and paid holidays.
- Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State ofMaryland wellnessprograms.
Essential Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver instruction in general and systemic veterinarypathology, including gross and histopathology laboratories.
- Incorporate active-learning strategies and case-based instruction topromote diagnostic reasoning.
- Develop course materials, assessments, and digital pathology resourcesaligned with established learning outcomes.
- Prepare, administer, and evaluate student assessments and maintainaccurate academic records.
- Participate in curriculum planning, review, and integration acrossfoundational and clinical sciences.
- Engage in scholarly activity, research, or educational innovation appropriateto faculty rank.
- Mentor veterinary students in research and professional developmentactivities.
- Participate in departmental, school, and university committees and serviceactivities.
- Contribute to
AVMA COE
accreditation preparation, reporting, andcompliance activities.
- Maintain professional licensure and specialty board certification asappropriate.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree.
- Completion of a residency in veterinary pathology.
- Board certification (ACVP or equivalent) or board-eligible status.
- Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the State of Maryland.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and student
mentorship.
Preferences:
(Qualifications)
- Experience teaching in a professional DVM curriculum.
- Experience with digital pathology and instructional technologies.
- Record of peer-reviewed publications or externally funded research.
- Experience supporting
AVMA COE
accreditation activities.
- Clinical pathology expertise or diagnostic laboratory experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of contemporary veterinary pathology principles and diagnostic
methodologies.
- Ability to effectively teach and mentor professional students.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a developing academic program.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and student-centered learning
environment.
Physical Demands:
- May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at
desk.
- May require lifting.
- Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and
internally.
- Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.
Additional Job Details
Required Application Materials:
Review of applications will begin immediately.
Qualified applicants should submit:
- Letter of interest outlining qualifications and leadership experience.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Contact information for three professional references. (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent).
- All applicants must apply using the new online application system.
Please visit umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
Best Consideration Date:
N/A
Posting Close Date:
N/A
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Department
UMES-SVM- School of Veterinary Medicine
Worker Sub-Type
Faculty Regular
Salary Range
$125,000 - $155,000...Visit the Employer site for more details