Assistant Professor-Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging-Non-Tenure

Colorado State University; United States; On-site; USD 190,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University seeks a 12-month non-tenure track Assistant Professor in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging. The role blends clinical service across all imaging modalities with a 30% teaching portfolio to support the DVM curriculum and ERHS imaging courses.

The position emphasizes scholarly activity at 5% effort, collaboration with CSU Flint Animal Cancer Center and Johnson Family Equine Hospital, and access to extensive imaging resources on campus.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree required with board certification/eligibility in veterinary radiology (ACVR).
• Evidence of research productivity or strong potential for a scholarly program.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical service in all modalities of small animal imaging (radiology, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, CT, PET/CT, MRI).
• Rotating after-hours/holiday call coverage for radiology residents.
• Resident training and participation in graduate committees as needed.

Skills

Veterinary radiology

Clinical service

Teaching

Research & scholarly activity

Education

DVM or equivalent

ACVR board certification/board eligible

Tools

PACS/RIS system

CT imaging

MRI imaging

Job description

Job Description Position Summary

The Department of Environmental and Radiological Health Sciences seeks applicants for a 12-month non-tenure track Assistant Professor in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging service. The successful candidate will join our current team of veterinary radiologists to provide high quality education and excellent clinical service, advanced knowledge relative to veterinary diagnostic imaging, and positively contribute to the profession. This position is primarily (65%) a clinical service appointment in the Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging section of ERHS. Clinical duties include all modalities in small animal imaging (radiology, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, computed tomography, PET/CT and MRI), back-up for after-hours and holiday coverage, resident training and participation in resident graduate committees. Administrative services (e.g. chief of a particular imaging modality, etc. will be assigned as needed by the section. The position will also have a 30% teaching effort contributing to the delivery of the DVM curriculum and ERHS imaging courses. Teaching duties include didactic lectures, group rounds, practicum teaching rounds for 3rd and 4th year DVM students, and informal teaching activities. Research and scholarly activity will constitute 5% of the effort distribution for the position. The VDI faculty collaborate with faculty at both the Colorado State University Flint Animal Cancer Center and the Johnson Family Equine Hospital, both located at the CSU South Medical Campus. Abundant diagnostic imaging resources include digital radiology, a fully integrated web-based PACS and RIS system with voice recognition software, 3 Toshiba Aplio units, 2 small animal radiology suites, a Phillips Veradius C-arm, nuclear medicine (including a 40 slice PET/CT scanner), a Siemens Somatom Force-Dual source 128 slice CT, a 1.5 Tesla GE Altea MRI scanner and a linear accelerator radiation therapy unit. A state-of the-art interventional suite/hybrid operating room is present in the VTH. A Siemens 64 slice CT and 3T MRI unit are also available in the adjacent Translational Medicine Institute. Equine imaging equipment and facilities are housed at the adjacent equine hospital.

Full Consideration Date

For full consideration, all materials must be submitted in Workday no later than 12:00 a.m. Mountain Time, June 16, 2026. This position will remain open until filled. Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States by date of hire. Visa sponsorship may not be available.

Essential Job Duties

• Clinical Service in all modalities in small animal imaging (radiology, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, computed tomography, PET/CT and MRI)
• Rotating coverage for after-hours and holiday call backup of the radiology residents
• Resident training and participation in resident graduate committees as needed
• Teach and mentor students at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including course and curriculum development. Includes didactic lecture, group rounds and informal teaching of DVM students, Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging residents and other graduate students
• Administrative service will be assigned as needed by service Examples: chief of a particular imaging modality, clinical section head, serving on department and college committees related to the veterinary program, and serving as Residency Program Directo Conduct and publish research, pursue external funding, and contribute to scholarly advancement in the field. Provide service to the department, university, profession, and community in support of CSU’s mission.
• Other related duties Conditions of Employment: Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Minimum Qualifications

• Terminal degree (DVM or equivalent) in the relevant discipline Board certification or board eligible in veterinary radiology (ACVR) or equivalent exam Evidence of research productivity or strong potential to establish a sustainable scholarly program (e.g., publications, presentations, grant activity). Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.

Salary Range

$190,000 - $235,000

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence and engagement, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.

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