Assistant/Associate Professor – Pathology

UM04 University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES); Maryland; On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision

Tuition remission

Wellness resources

Job summary

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor in Pathology. This full‑time, 12‑month tenure‑track position will involve developing and delivering veterinary pathology instruction within the DVM curriculum.

Join our dedicated faculty to enhance student education while engaging in research and active service within the community. A comprehensive benefits package is included, and diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our mission.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• Completion of a residency in veterinary pathology is essential.
• Knowledge of contemporary veterinary pathology principles and diagnostic methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver instruction in veterinary pathology.
• Engage in scholarly activity, research, or educational innovation.
• Mentor veterinary students in research and professional development.

Skills

Knowledge of contemporary veterinary pathology principles

Ability to teach and mentor professional students

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively in an academic program

Commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree

Completion of a residency in veterinary pathology

Board certification (ACVP or equivalent) or board-eligible status

Eligibility for veterinary licensure in Maryland

Job description

Job Summary

Assistant/Associate Professor – Pathology, full‑time, 12‑month, tenure‑track faculty position at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) School of Veterinary Medicine.

The faculty member will develop and deliver instruction in veterinary pathology within the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) curriculum and contribute to scholarship, service, and program development.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range: $125,000 – $155,000 annually, commensurate with rank and experience.

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, prescription drug, dental, vision, retirement plans, tuition remission, leave, and wellness resources.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver instruction in general and systemic veterinary pathology, including gross and histopathology laboratories.
• Incorporate active‑learning strategies and case‑based instruction to promote diagnostic reasoning.
• Develop course materials, assessments, and digital pathology resources aligned with established learning outcomes.
• Prepare, administer, and evaluate student assessments and maintain accurate academic records.
• Participate in curriculum planning, review, and integration across foundational and clinical sciences.
• Engage in scholarly activity, research, or educational innovation appropriate to faculty rank.
• Mentor veterinary students in research and professional development activities.
• Participate in departmental, school, and university committees and service activities.
• Contribute to AVMA Council on Education accreditation preparation, reporting, and compliance activities.
• Maintain professional licensure and specialty board certification as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree.
• Completion of a residency in veterinary pathology.
• Board certification (ACVP or equivalent) or board‑eligible status.
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the State of Maryland.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and student mentorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in a professional DVM curriculum.
• Experience with digital pathology and instructional technologies.
• Record of peer‑reviewed publications or externally funded research.
• Experience supporting AVMA CoE accreditation activities.
• Clinical pathology expertise or diagnostic laboratory experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of contemporary veterinary pathology principles and diagnostic methodologies.
• Ability to effectively teach and mentor professional students.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a developing academic program.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and student‑centered learning environment.

Physical Demands

• May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, or sitting at a desk.
• May require lifting.
• Requires communication with a variety of constituents internally and externally.
• Requires operation of various office equipment.

Application Process

Review of applications will begin immediately. Qualified applicants should submit a letter of interest outlining qualifications and leadership experience, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. Candidates must provide documentation of the right to accept employment in the United States without employer sponsorship.

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital or genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Diversity Statement

UMES is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing an equitable experience to all students, employees, and the campus community.