Assistant/Associate Professor ? Director of Veterinary Clinical Skills School of Veterinary MedicinePosition InformationThe University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) School of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a full-time, 12-month faculty position as Assistant/Associate Professor-Director of Veterinary Clinical Skills. The Director of Clinical Skills provides leadership in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Clinical Skills curriculum across the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program. This faculty role integrates teaching, curricular leadership, competency-based assessment, simulation-based education, and scholarly activity while providing academic and operational leadership for the Clinical Skills program. This position is responsible for simulation-based education, competency-based assessment (including OSCEs), procedural skills training, and oversight of clinical skills laboratory operations. The Director plays a key role in ensuring graduates are practice-ready and that the program aligns with

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accreditation standards and institutional learning outcomes.

The Director will ensure that students progressively develop foundational and advanced procedural competencies that prepare them for clinical rotations and entry-level veterinary practice. The position plays a critical role in aligning clinical skills instruction with

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accreditation standards, student learning outcomes, and the School's mission to prepare practice-ready veterinarians equipped to serve rural, food animal, public health, and underserved communities.

Salary InformationSalary range: $135,000 - $170,000 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, flexible spending accounts, and vision coverage
• 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 statematch, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USMsponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability 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 wellness programs.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver integrated clinical skills and simulation-based instruction across the DVM curriculum.
• Establish measurable learning objectives, competency benchmarks, andprocedural milestones.
• Ensure vertical and horizontal integration of clinical skills training.
• Develop instructional materials including laboratory manuals, digitalresources, and procedural guides.
• Design and oversee Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs)and other competency- based assessments.
• Develop and maintain systems for tracking student proceduralcompetencies.
• Provide timely feedback and implement remediation strategies as needed.
• Support continuous quality improvement and accreditation reporting(including

AVMA COE

standards).

• Provide leadership and oversight of the Clinical Skills program andlaboratory operations.
• Manage equipment, models, simulators, supplies, scheduling, andinstructional space.
• Assist with budgeting, strategic planning, and resource allocation.
• Participate in School and University committees and governance activities.
• Engage in scholarly activity consistent with faculty rank and Schoolexpectations.
• Mentor students in professional development and scholarly inquiry.
• Participate in service activities supporting the School, University, andveterinary profession.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an AVMA- accredited (or equivalent) institution.
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the State of Maryland.
• Minimum of five (5) years of clinical veterinary experience.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical teaching, mentorship, or skills instruction.

Preferences:

(Qualifications)

• Board certification or advanced clinical training in a relevant discipline.
• Experience developing or managing a clinical skills or simulation laboratory.
• Experience with OSCE development and competency tracking systems.
• Prior academic leadership or administrative experience.
• Record of scholarship in veterinary education or clinical sciences. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Proficiency in general veterinary clinical procedures, including surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, and core technical skills.
• Experience in competency-based veterinary education and assessment design.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with instructional technologies and learning management systems.

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.

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