Take a leadership role in course organization and
development.
Develop and implement innovative teaching methodologies,
assessment tools, and evaluation criteria in each area of
instruction.
Contribute to developing the DVM degree curriculum and other
curriculum activities associated with their expertise.
Pursue opportunities to design, analyze, and publish
pedagogical research.
Position Responsibilities for Research (if chosen -
50-55%):
- Develop and carry out a high-quality research program that
includes mentoring veterinary medical, graduate and undergraduate
students.
- Obtain extramural funding and publish scholarship in
peer-reviewed scientific journals and other outlets.
- Position Responsibilities for Clinical Service (if chosen -
50-55%):
- Contribute to veterinary diagnostic service in the Utah
Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, which is an integral part of the
USU CVM.
- Demonstrate scholarship in veterinary laboratory diagnostic
medicine in the microbiological field of specialization
(bacteriology/immunology or virology/immunology).
- Provide pathology resident, veterinary student, or graduate
student training.
Position Responsibilities for Service (10%):
- Contribute to the department, college, university, and
profession through service (e.g., serve on graduate student,
curriculum, hiring, and admissions committees).
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- DVM and/or PhD degree, or equivalent degree(s), in
bacteriology/immunology/infectious diseases or
virology/immunology/infectious diseases or a related area
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently
and as a team member in a collaborative setting
Preferred Qualifications:
- DVM degree with ACVM board certification or eligibility
- Training in veterinary diagnostic
bacteriology/immunology/infectious diseases or
virology/immunology/infectious diseases
- Experience teaching veterinary medical students in didactic or
clinical settings
- For candidates interested in research, a demonstrated record of
scholarly activity and publications within refereed scientific
and/or pedagogical journals
- Additional Qualifications for Consideration for the Rank of
Associate or Full Professor:
- Extensive experience in the field of veterinary microbiological
diagnostics
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching veterinary medical students
in didactic and/or clinical settings
- For candidates interested in research, an established record of
research productivity, including publications in scientific and/or
pedagogical journals, with evidence of securing extramural
funding
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
- Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in
the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
- Cover Letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your
application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"
- Names and contact information for 3 professional references to
be typed at the beginning of the application
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with experience
ADA
Work is performed in a combination of office, classroom, teaching
laboratory, research laboratory, and veterinary diagnostic
laboratory environments. Depending on assigned duties, the position
may involve work with biological specimens, microorganisms,
laboratory equipment, chemicals, and other materials commonly
encountered in veterinary microbiology and immunology settings.
Appropriate training, personal protective equipment, and
established safety procedures are required.
The position requires the ability to perform typical faculty and
laboratory activities, including extended periods of sitting or
standing; use of computers and audiovisual equipment; movement
between offices, classrooms, laboratories, and other university
facilities; and occasional lifting or carrying of materials and
equipment associated with teaching, research, or diagnostic
activities.
Mental demands include sustained attention to teaching, research,
diagnostic, and administrative responsibilities; interpretation and
communication of complex scientific information; independent
judgment and problem-solving; management of multiple priorities and
deadlines; and effective interaction with students, faculty, staff,
collaborators, and external stakeholders. The position requires
adaptability, professional communication, attention to detail, and
the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
College/Department Highlights
Utah State University's College of Veterinary Medicine (USU CVM) is
building the next generation of veterinary medical education in
Utah. The College welcomed its inaugural class of veterinary
students in fall 2025 and is developing a four-year Doctor of
Veterinary Medicine program designed around excellent teaching,
hands-on learning, collaboration, and engagement with veterinary
and animal-health partners throughout the state and region. As
Utah's only veterinary medical education program, the CVM offers
faculty the opportunity to help shape a growing college, refine a
new curriculum, and influence how future veterinarians are prepared
for practice.
The Department of Veterinary Clinical and Life Sciences (VCLS)
brings together faculty whose expertise spans foundational and
clinical sciences, veterinary education, research, diagnostic
medicine, and service. Faculty joining VCLS in veterinary
microbiology and immunology will play an important role in
developing and delivering instruction in bacteriology, virology,
immunology, and infectious diseases for veterinary and graduate
students. These positions offer considerable opportunity for
collaboration across disciplines and for faculty to build a
professional portfolio that reflects their strengths in teaching,
research, and/or veterinary diagnostic medicine.
The Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UVDL), an integral part
of the College of Veterinary Medicine, provides another distinctive
opportunity for collaboration and impact. As Utah's animal health
laboratory and a member of the National Animal Health Laboratory
Network, the UVDL supports veterinarians, animal agriculture,
regulatory and public health partners, animal owners, and the
university research community through contemporary veterinary
diagnostic services, disease surveillance, and animal- and
public-health preparedness. Faculty with diagnostic interests may
contribute directly to this mission while participating in
veterinary, graduate, and resident education.
USU is a premier land-grant university with a statewide mission of
learning, discovery, and engagement. Benefited faculty have access
to a comprehensive total rewards package intended to support
long-term professional sustainability and work-life balance,
including university retirement contributions, medical and dental
coverage, paid leave, tuition-reduction benefits, and opportunities
for professional development.
Located in Logan, Utah, USU combines the amenities of a university
community with immediate access to the mountains and the broader
Wasatch Front. Northern Utah offers welcoming communities, strong
schools, a growing food and arts scene, and exceptional year-round
outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, fishing, camping, and
world-class skiing. Utah is also home to some of the nation's most
recognizable public lands, including five national parks and
numerous state parks, making red-rock deserts, alpine landscapes,
and canyon country accessible for weekend exploration.
Utah will again welcome the world when the Olympic and Paralympic
Winter Games return in 2034. For those who choose to make Utah
home, the Games will provide another opportunity to experience the
region's strong culture of community participation, volunteerism,
and civic engagement.
This is an opportunity to join a growing veterinary college at a
formative point in its development-contributing expertise, building
programs and collaborations, and helping establish the educational,
research, and diagnostic foundations that will serve Utah and the
veterinary profession for decades to come.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier
land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research
institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and
serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly
activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local,
regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be
active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address
critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality
and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research,
discovery, and public impact.
USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at
locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30
locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential
campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide
campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU
educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries.
For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns,
serving every county in the state.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud
member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1,
2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain
West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament
titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play.
This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232
student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community,
where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours,
with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all
individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where
diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to
recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will
champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach,
and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community
and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and
be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when
they named
https://www.usu.edu/today/story/usu-named-best-employer-in-utah"
target="_blank" rel="noopener">Utah State the best employer in
Utah in 2023.
Learn more about USU.
The university provides a
Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers
for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is
committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for
individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable
accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA
Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or
hr@usu.edu.
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For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit
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