Assistant Professor (Teaching), Poultry

University of Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Calgary's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for an academic position in Poultry at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure track, teaching). The anticipated start date is November 1, 2026 or a mutually agreed upon date.

Teaching will be a significant component of the distribution of effort. Qualifications include a DVM (or equivalent); licensure or eligibility in Alberta; a graduate degree and/or ACPV board certification or eligibility.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent required; licensure in Alberta or eligibility
• Graduate degree and/or ACPV board certification or eligibility considered asset
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work in a collegial team
• Evidence or promise of teaching effectiveness and learning pedagogy
• Engagement in reflective practice and professional learning related to teaching and learning

Responsibilities

• Teach didactic, clinical and professional identity laboratories for the DVM program
• Include 4th year (clinical year) rotation teaching
• Clinical duties including student rotation teaching in partner practices
• Participate in collaborative student orIntern-led clinical research
• Contribute to university service engagements (course/rotation coordination, committees)

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Teaching

Education

DVM or equivalent

Licensed in Alberta or eligible

Graduate degree

ACPV board certification eligibility

Job description

Description

The University of Calgary is located on the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta. The city of Calgary is also home to Metis Nation within Alberta (Nose Hill Metis District 5 and Elbow Metis District 6).

The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) at the University of Calgary invites applications for an academic position in Poultry at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure track, teaching). The anticipated start date November 1, 2026 or a mutually agreed upon date.

Position Description

Qualifications include a DVM (or equivalent). Applicants must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the Province of Alberta. A graduate degree and/or American College of Poultry Veterinarian (ACPV) board certification or eligibility for board certification are considered an asset. The individual must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere.

Appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor Teaching requires evidence or promise of teaching effectiveness or competency in teaching and learning, an awareness of how to apply scholarly approaches to teaching and learning practices, participation in reflective practice, and professional learning activities related to teaching and learning. Engagement in the research and scholarship required to maintain currency in pedagogy is required.

Teaching will be a significant component of the expected distribution of effort and will include didactic, clinical and professional identity laboratories, and 4th year (clinical year) rotation teaching in the DVM program. UCVM employs a distributed veterinary teaching hospital model. Clinical duties including student rotation teaching will occur in partner specialty practices and other practice settings. Participation in collaborative student or intern-led clinical research is desired. The remainder of distribution of effort will be divided for university service engagements (such as course or rotation coordination, committee work and/or scholarly activity).

UCVM's AVMA accredited DVM program provides a comprehensive general veterinary education to approximately 100 students per year. UCVM is a research-intensive faculty with expanding research, graduate education, and advanced clinical trainee programs.

Descriptions of the Faculty, its programs, and its departments can be found at Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) | University of Calgary.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture ([e-mail]).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

The terms and conditions of this appointment, including salary, are governed by the collective agreement between the Faculty Association of the University of Calgary and the Governors of the University of Calgary. Detailed information is available here.

For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Facultyof Veterinary Medicine, click here.

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.

About the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine

The University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM), Alberta's only veterinary school, has been addressing the province's need for skilled veterinary professionals since its inception in 2005.

Ranked among the top 35 veterinary programs worldwide, UCVM expanded its DVM program in September 2025, doubling student intake to 100 annually to meet the growing demand for veterinary expertise. This aligns with UCVM's mission to address veterinary, animal, and public health needs in Alberta and beyond.

With the expansion of UCVM's student cohort, the need for faculty and staff is imminent. UCVM's culture is progressive, innovative and collaborative.

UCVM is recognized globally for its pioneering curriculum and hands-on clinical training. UCVM operates on a distributive model, partnering with private practices and organizations to provide DVM students with workplace-based learning opportunities. UCVM offers a comprehensive DVM program, Graduate degrees (MSc, PhD), and specialized clinical training (internships, residencies). Research at UCVM also spans critical areas such as neuroscience, anesthesia, infectious diseases, animal welfare, livestock and wildlife health, and reproductive medicine, offering students opportunities to drive groundbreaking discoveries and advance veterinary science.

About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world'scleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - inbusiness, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit froma growing number of world-class dining and cultural eventsand enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.

With a growing urban Indigenous population of approximately 50,000 people, there are several Indigenous organizations and many events and ceremonies taking place in the city throughout the year.