Full-Time Professor, Veterinary Programs

Algonquin College; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Hybrid work eligibility

Job summary

Algonquin College in Ottawa is seeking a full-time academic to teach and lead Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Assistant programs on-site at the Woodroffe Campus. Salary ranges from $77,153 to $133,752, depending on education and experience, with a 44-hour work week and start in December 2026.

The role covers course design, curriculum revision, and academic leadership, including student mentoring and collaboration with faculty and industry partners.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician designation is required.
• Minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a postsecondary setting.
• Minimum of 5 years as a Registered Veterinary Technician, including clinical and surgical experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of student success strategies in a postsecondary setting.
• Experience with educational technologies; hybrid/online curriculum development is a plus.
• Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Commitment to the success of all learners.

Responsibilities

• Design and update courses with program administrators, course administrators, and other faculty members.
• Teach Summer, Fall, or Winter terms for the Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Assistant programs.
• Provide tutoring and academic advising to students.
• Create effective learning environments using educational technologies.
• Evaluate student progress and overall outcomes within assigned courses.
• Contribute to curriculum development and professional development activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician designation

Job description

Department:

Wellness

Position Type:

Full-Time Academic

Salary Range:

Salary range is $77,153 to $133,752, established in terms of relevant educational qualifications and experience.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

44

Anticipated Start Date:

December 14, 2026

Length of Contract:

n/a

Posting Information

Employees who are internal candidates, as defined by the Academic Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration.

Posting Closing Date:

October 18, 2026

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Land Acknowledgment:

Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.

Job Description:

Salary range is $77,153 to $133,752, established in terms of relevant educational qualifications and experience.

The design/revision/updating of courses, including:

• consulting with program and course administrators and other faculty members, advisory committees and a variety of potential employers and students;


• defining learning outcomes and evaluating and validating these outcomes;


• specifying and approving learning approaches, necessary resources, etc;


• incorporating educational technologies to meet the learning needs of 21st Century students;


• reviewing and revising curriculum and participating in professional development activities during non-teaching periods.

The teaching of assigned courses, including:

• delivery of regularly scheduled instruction in the Summer, Fall, or Winter terms in both the Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Assistant programs;


• ensuring student awareness of course learning outcomes and evaluation techniques;


• providing tutoring and academic advising for students both in and out of class;


• providing a learning environment which makes effective use of available resources including educational technologies;


• evaluating student progress/achievement and assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of the student’s work within assigned courses;


• the development and creation of a learning environment that is conducive to success for all students.

The provision of academic leadership, including:

• providing guidance to students, to instructors, and to part-time professors relative to the professor’s teaching assignments;


• participating in the work of curriculum and other consultative committees, and departmental/ faculty meetings;


• liaising with community members, engaging in program, Department, School, and College promotion;


• remaining current in the field of study and maintaining awareness of emerging trends and practices related to teaching and learning in higher education;


• modelling the College values – Caring. Learning. Integrity. Respect.

Required Qualifications:

• Registered Veterinary Technician Designation required;


• Minimum of 5years of teaching experience in a postsecondary setting;


• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician, including clinical and surgical experience;


• Demonstrated knowledge of student success strategies in a postsecondary setting;


• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the use of educational technologies; experience in the development and delivery of hybrid and online curriculum would be considered an asset;


• Highly effective communication, presentation, and organizational skills;


• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adapt to change;


• Demonstrated skill in Algonquin College’s preferred teaching competencies as set out in the Professor of the 21st Century document: http://ww.algonquincollege.com/pd/professor-of-the-21st-century/;


• Evidence of commitment to the success of all learners.

This position is subject to the terms of the Academic Collective Agreement:

ANNOTATED VERSION (algonquincollege.com)

This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College’s Woodroffe (Ottawa) Campus.

Why Join Algonquin College?

• Compensation: Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position. Benefits | Careers


• Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. About Us | Employee Learning and Development. Availability depends on role and employment status.


• Company Culture : Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity for 2024


• Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA): We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Affinity Group Conversation Communities | Inclusion & Diversity & Truth and Reconciliation


• Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the College’s Flexible Work Arrangement Policy https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change).

How We Use AI in Hiring:

Algonquin College uses artificial intelligence technology to assist in screening and assessing applicants and their applications, while ensuring that all processes respect and uphold the provisions of applicable collective agreements above all else.

Accessibility:

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at [e-mail]. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.