Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Veterinary Dentistry & Oral Surgery

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Generous time off

Tuition benefit programs

Retirement plans

PSLF opportunity

Job summary

The University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a faculty position in Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery. This full-time, non-tenure track appointment is available immediately and part of a strategic expansion of the Dentistry and Oral Surgery Service on the St.

Paul campus. The role emphasizes clinical excellence and teaching, with responsibilities across clinical service, didactic instruction, and scholarly activity.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD or equivalent veterinary degree and residency in Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery.
• Board certification or eligibility through the American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC) or equivalent.
• Eligible for veterinary licensure in Minnesota.

Responsibilities

• Participate in clinical activities of the Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery Service.
• Provide consultation, diagnosis, and treatment for dental and oral surgical diseases in companion animals and exotic species when appropriate.
• Mentor DVM students, interns, and house officers; collaborate with specialists across disciplines.
• Engage in clinical, translational, and collaborative research; contribute to scholarly activities.
• Contribute to didactic coursework and curriculum development across four years of training.
• Provide service/outreach including expert advice to referring veterinarians and participation in department and university committees.

Education

DVM/VMD or equivalent veterinary degree

Residency in Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery

Board certification or eligibility through AVDC

Job description

About the Job

Position Overview

The University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine invitesapplications for a faculty position in Veterinary Dentistry andOral Surgery. This full-time, annually renewable, contract(non-tenure track) faculty appointment is available immediately andrepresents an exciting opportunity to join a growing andcollaborative specialty service within one of the nation's leadingacademic veterinary medical centers.

We are seeking a colleague who is passionate about clinicalexcellence, teaching, collaboration, and advancing the field ofveterinary dentistry and oral surgery. This position is beingrecruited as part of a strategic investment in the continued growthof the Dentistry and Oral Surgery Service and the futuredevelopment of advanced training opportunities within theprogram.

Responsibilities

60%- Clinical

• Participate in the clinical activities of the VeterinaryDentistry and Oral Surgery Service.
• Provide consultation, diagnosis, and treatment for a wide range of dental and oral surgical diseases in companion animals and, whenappropriate, zoological and exotic species.
• Contribute to clinical instruction and mentorship of DVMstudents, interns, and house officers.
• Collaborate with specialists across multiple disciplines toprovide exceptional patient care.

10%- Research

• Engage in clinical, translational, and collaborative researchprograms.
• Contribute to additional scholarly activities.

20%- Didactic Teaching

• Contribute to the development of didactic coursework and integration into all four years of curriculum. It is expected that didactic teaching focuses on outcomes with an emphasis on active learning activities to enableour students to develop competence in clinical skills, communication, collaboration, clinical reasoning and problemsolving. A student-centered philosophy of education isrequired.

10% Service/Outreach

• Service/Outreach responsibilities mayinclude personal development, outreach to external stakeholders andservice to the CVM and other veterinary-related professionalorganizations. Participation in departmental and university servicewill be appropriate at each stage of your career progression, as isfostering a diverse, inclusive and communicative academicenvironment in the department and university.
• Expectations of the service component of your position includeproviding expert advice to referring veterinarians, attendingdepartmental and collegiate faculty meetings, and serving ondepartmental, collegiate, and university committees.

What We Offer

• A collaborative and supportive academic environment.
• Opportunities to help shape the future growth of the Dentistryand Oral Surgery Service.
• Exceptional specialty support and referral network.
• Access to advanced clinical technology and facilities.
• Opportunities for clinical, teaching, and scholarly careerdevelopment.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Why Minnesota?

The University of Minnesota Veterinary Medical Center is one of thelargest veterinary teaching hospitals in North America, servingmore than 40,000 small animal patients annually and supporting avibrant community of specialists, trainees, researchers, andrefering veterinarians.

Faculty in Dentistry and Oral Surgery work alongside specialistsacross 17 clinical disciplines and have access to advanceddiagnostic and treatment technologies, including cone beam CT,advanced imaging, radiation therapy, MRI, CT, and otherstate-of-the-art clinical resources.

The College of Veterinary Medicine is uniquely positioned within amajor research university and offers extensive opportunities forinterdisciplinary collaboration across the Academic Health Center,including partnerships with the Schools of Medicine, Dentistry,Public Health, Pharmacy, and Nursing.

The Twin Cities provide an exceptional quality of life, combiningnationally recognized healthcare systems, a thriving cultural andfood scene, abundant outdoor recreation, and a strong biomedicaland technology workforce.

Location and Work Environment

Work will be completed on theSt. Paul Campus at the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities. In-person work is required for the clinical component of theposition at the Veterinary Medical Center, largely duringtraditional Monday – Friday daytime hours. Didactic teaching isalso done in person, though other aspects of the role may warrantflexibility for hybrid work.

Work Schedule

This position is full-time, typically Monday– Friday daytime hours.

Essential Employee Designation

Essential Employee

Visa Sponsorship Eligibility

This position may be eligiblefor visa sponsorship

Appt Term

12 month

Qualifications

Required:

Candidates must possess a DVM/VMD or equivalent veterinary degreeand have completed, or be completing, residency training inVeterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery. Applicants must be boardcertified or board eligible through the American Veterinary DentalCollege (AVDC) (or equivalent) and be eligible for veterinarylicensure in the State of Minnesota.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in clinicalpractice, teaching, communication, and teamwork, and will becommitted to fostering a positive and collaborative academicenvironment.

About the Department

The Veterinary Clinical Sciences Department advances veterinarymedicine through clinical education and mentoring, specialized careof companion animals, and generating new knowledge through clinicalresearch.

Teaching

Veterinary Clinical Sciences faculty members are responsible for asignificant portion of the clinical training program for third- andfourth-year veterinary students, as well as small animal internshipand residency programs. Faculty members also participate in theveterinary medicine and comparative and molecular biosciencesgraduate programs.

Research

Faculty and staff are actively involved in clinical and basicresearch, as well as specialized programs such as the Animal CancerCare and Research program, Minnesota Urolith Center, and SurgicalResearch Laboratory. Research efforts are supported by the ClinicalInvestigation Center, which coordinates clinical trials.

Service and Outreach

Veterinary Clinical Sciences faculty members provide collaborativeclinical services in the Veterinary Medical Center usingcutting-edge equipment and offers consultations and continuingeducation programs for practicing veterinarians in thecommunity.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range

Assist Prof - $115,000 - $180,000 annuallydepending on education/qualifications/experience; Assoc Prof -$135,000 - $195,000 annually depending oneducation/qualifications/experience ; Full Prof - $150,000 -$220,000 annually depending oneducation/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment

100% Appointment

Position Type

Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for moreinformation regarding benefit eligibility.

Pay and Benefits Package Included

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional trainingand degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition BenefitProgram
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counselingat no cost
• Employee TransitPass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metroarea

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important tonote that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. Thisapproach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions ofeach candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of ourcommitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered toincoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversityand inclusion in enriching the employment experience of itsemployees and in supporting the academic mission. The University iscommitted to attracting and retaining employees with varyingidentities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to andopportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment withoutregard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender,age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteranstatus, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successfulcompletion of a background check. Our presumption is thatprospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminalconvictions do not automatically disqualify finalists fromemployment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among thelargest public research universities in the country, offeringundergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude ofopportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of oneof the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities,students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit fromextensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers,international corporations, government agencies, and arts,nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized byForbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employerfor Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State(2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence &Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-lifeflexibility.