Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor

Mississippi State University; Mississippi; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Mississippi is seeking an Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor in Emergency Medicine for afterhours and weekend shifts. Responsibilities include teaching veterinary students and managing emergency cases. Qualified candidates must have a DVM, with two to four years of small animal veterinary experience required based on the position level. The job involves significant teamwork and client communication to ensure high standards of patient care in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Eligible for licensure in Mississippi.
• Assistant Clinical Professor: Two years of experience as a small animal veterinarian.
• Associate Clinical Professor: Four years of experience as a small animal veterinarian.

Responsibilities

• Teaching didactic and clinical training for veterinary professional students.
• Emergency room shifts and case management.
• Leadership role in enhancing quality of emergency services.

Skills

Excellent telephone and email communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Job description

Apply now Job no: 510156 Position type: Full-Time 12-Month Department: 184200 - Animal and Emergency Referral Center Location: Rankin County Categories: Faculty Position Open Date: Feb 3 2026

Position Function

The College of Veterinary Medicine at Mississippi State University Animal Emergency and Referral Center (AERC) is seeking to hire an Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor in Emergency Medicine. This position will be for Afterhours and Weekend shifts. This position is also cross posted on PARF 510214 with the intent to fill one position.

Responsibilities

Teaching responsibilities will involve didactic and clinical training for veterinary professional students and veterinary medical technology students enrolled in the academic program. Service responsibilities will involve emergency room shifts, primary and secondary clinical case management, and consultation with private practitioners. The emergency clinician will be expected to take a leadership role in improving the quality of the AERC emergency service, enhancing the quality of patient care and teaching out veterinary student rotation. Participation in continuing education programs is also expected.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must have a DVM or equivalent degree, be eligible for licensure in Mississippi.
• Assistant Clinical Professor: Two (2) years of experience as a small animal veterinarian
• Associate Clinical Professor: Four (4) years of experience as a small animal veterinarian

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching Experience and Small Animal Emergency/Critical Care experience or training

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent telephone and email communication skills, especially related to client service.
• Must be capable of working in a team environment comprised of doctors, staff, and students to provide veterinary care of patients and aid in the instruction of veterinary students and veterinary technology students.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Job frequently requires walking, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands. Job requires standing, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Application

Applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu. Please include a cover letter and resume along with names and addresses of at least three references.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, [phone].

Accommodation

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: [phone] [e-mail].

Advertised

Feb 03 2026 Central Standard Time

Applications close

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