Assistant/Associate Professor of Virology - Veterinary Medicine

Location, Job Title, Benefits Rocky Vista University in Billings, MT has an opening for a Assistant/Associate Professor of Virology, Veterinary Medicine (Full-Time) We are looking for someone to help establish the Montana College of Veterinary Medicine, a branch campus of Rocky Vista University. To be considered for this position applicants should submit a resume/cover letter and salary requirements on our Careers page at www.rvu.edu.

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

RVU offers a full benefits package that includes 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision insurance, along with 2 weeks (minimum) accrued paid vacation days per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, personal days, 13 ½ paid holidays and 401(K) match up to 7% based on employee's contribution. Join us in an environment where in-office work is the primary focus, complemented by hybrid work flexibility for eligible positions. Commitment to

Inclusive Excellence:

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 Primary Purpose Enhance the knowledge, growth and overall development of the veterinary students through contribution to courses administered by the Department of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences through the delivery of assigned lectures, running small groups, reviewing and contributing to course material, developing and reviewing exam questions. Contribution to necropsy diagnostic service and research is also required. Essential Job Functions Responsibilities in research and teaching in virology.

Research & Scholarly Activities:

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 the following

University Activities:

Faculty Senate, Departmental Meetings (when required), Departmental Faculty evaluations (when required), College/University committees Minimum Qualifications DVM and/or PhD from an accredited institution. Board eligible or board certification Experience and interest in Virology research is highly desired. Preferred Qualifications Final applicant will be required to pass background check and drug screening. Rocky Vista University, on the recommendation of the

COVID-19

Response Team (CRT), implemented a mandatory vaccination policy for all employees and students effective July 1, 2021. Qualified applicants will be contacted. There may be an additional video interview for you to complete. Please watch your email including spam and promotions folder. Rocky Vista University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary. The following are essential abilities and physical requirements for all positions at the University. 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 to include, but not limited to, 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. careers@rvu.edu #HEJ