Lecturer, Large Animal Clinical Sciences Equine Theriogenology

Western College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Sask; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Saskatchewan invites applications for a Lecturer in Equine Theriogenology within the Large Animal Clinical Sciences Department. The successful candidate will dedicate 75% to the equine theriogenology clinical service at the Veterinary Medical Centre and 25% to teaching and scholarly activities.

The position requires a DVM or equivalent, completed theriogenology residency, and eligibility for Diplomate status or certification.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent required.
• Residency in theriogenology completed or in progress.
• Diplomate, American College of Theriogenologists, or eligible for certification at appointment.
• Eligible to work in Canada and hold Saskatchewan veterinary license by start.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching to undergraduate and graduate students, including lectures, laboratories, and demonstrations.
• Supervise and mentor students, interns, and residents; participate in service and clinical decisions at VMC.
• Contribute to research, administration, and related activities for 25% of the appointment.

Skills

Teaching

Clinical supervision

Mentoring

Curriculum development

Education

DVM or equivalent

Approved residency in theriogenology

Diplomate of the AACT or eligible

Advanced degree in a related discipline

Job description

Lecturer, Large Animal Clinical Sciences - Equine Theriogenology

Applications are invited from qualified individuals for a full-time position as a Lecturer in Equine Theriogenology in the Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences ( https://wcvm.usask.ca/departments/large-clinical.php ) at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM). The appointment will be for a three-year term, with the possibility of renewal, and will focus on delivering high-quality teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels while providing clinical expertise in support of the College's service mandate.

This position entails a 75% commitment to the equine theriogenology clinical service of the Veterinary Medical Centre ( https://vmc.usask.ca/ ) while providing supervision and instruction to undergraduate students – primarily those in the fourth or final year of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program – as well as interns and residents. The successful candidate will also contribute to the department's teaching responsibilities, including lectures, laboratories, and demonstrations in Years 1 to 3 of the DVM curriculum, and graduate courses. The remaining 25% of the appointment will be devoted to research, administrative responsibilities, and related activities.

Applicants must possess a DVM degree or equivalent, have completed an approved residency in theriogenology, be either certified, i.e., a Diplomate, of the American College of Theriogenologists or be eligible for certification at the time of appointment, and have earned an advanced degree in a related discipline. They must also be eligible to work in Canada and must possess an appropriate Saskatchewan Veterinary Medical Association license ( https://svma.sk.ca/become-a-member/dvm/ ) by the start of the appointment.

The Equine Theriogenology Service currently operates with one faculty member who will be on a one-year sabbatical leave beginning on July 1, 2027, as well as two Residents and a Specialty Intern. This position presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to the expansion of clinical services in assisted reproductive technologies.

The WCVM ( https://wcvm.usask.ca/ ) is Western Canada's regional college of veterinary medicine and currently enrolls about 360 undergraduate students from three western provinces and northern jurisdictions, as well as approximately 200 graduate students. The University of Saskatchewan is a member of U15 Canada - an association of the country's leading research-intensive universities - with a reputation for excellence in teaching and other scholarly activities. The university offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to more than 26,000, including over 21,000 undergrads and 4,500 graduate students.

Located within the WCVM, the Veterinary Medical Centre is a state-of-the-art AVMA- and AAHA-accredited hospital and referral centre. It offers specialty services and training in anesthesia; behavior; dentistry; dermatology; exotic, wild, and zoo animal medicine; internal medicine; medical imaging; nutrition; oncology; ophthalmology; radiation oncology; rehabilitation; surgery; and theriogenology.

The salary band for this position for the 2026-2027 academic year is $95,187 to $139,203

Salary is negotiable based on qualifications and experience.

This position is within the scope of the University of Saskatchewan Faculty Association ( https://usaskfaculty.ca/ ). The university offers an attractive and comprehensive benefits package that includes six weeks vacation; dental, health, and extended vision coverage; a pension plan; life insurance (both compulsory and voluntary); sick leave, long-term disability, and death benefits; an employee assistance program; a flexible health and wellness spending plan; travel insurance; and a professional expense allowance.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Candidates are asked to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or otherwise authorized to work in Canada for the duration of the appointment.

Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until November 6, 2026. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2027, or on another date mutually agreed upon with the successful candidate.

The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.

We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.

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