Education Professional 2 - Education Program Development & Implementation

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Minnesota is seeking a part-time, temporary instructional specialist in the College of Veterinary Medicine to design, implement, and evaluate laboratory-based curricula for the DVM program. You will prepare lab setups, train the large animal teaching herds, and ensure safe and effective student learning across years 1–3.

Responsibilities emphasize operational frameworks, in-lab instructional support, and collaboration with faculty to align materials with rotation objectives.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus at least two years of related experience, or a combination of education and related work experience to equal at least six years.
• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT).
• Minimum of 2 years large animal handling experience.
• Clinical experience with horses.
• Experience teaching/mentoring students.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Google platform, Excel, and Canvas.

Responsibilities

• Curricular implementation and preparation for DVM laboratories (Years 1–3).
• Manage training and groundwork of large animal teaching herds to ensure safety and standardization.
• Collaborate with faculty to design and update instructional materials.
• Provide in-lab instructional support and serve as a clinical resource during live sessions.
• Coordinate with Academic Affairs and other departments to ensure cohesive lab delivery.

Skills

Professional collaboration

Student mentoring

Instructional design

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Excel

Canvas

Job description

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

This is a part-time, temporary position, available for up to 67 working days. This professional position is responsible for the design, implementation, and evaluation of laboratory-based curricula within the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program. The incumbent ensures the effectiveness of experiential learning by managing specialized instructional resources across diverse species, providing clinical expertise during live-animal and cadaveric laboratories, and consulting with academic leaders to optimize student learning outcomes. A critical component of this role is the professional development and preparation of the large animal teaching herds, ensuring that live instructional resources meet behavioral and safety standards for student contact.

While this role involves in-lab instructional support, the majority of time is dedicated to the operational and developmental frameworks that sustain the curriculum rather than primary for-credit teaching.

The role functions under moderate supervision, utilizing professional norms to resolve technical and operational problems while ensuring compliance with educational and animal welfare standards.

Location and Work environment

• University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine
• Saint Paul campus
• In-person

Work Schedule

• Typically four days per week (no weekend hours)
• 8 hours per day to total 32 hours per week
• The daily schedule may vary between the hours of 7:00am - 5:30pm depending on the lab schedule.

55% - Instructional Design & Specialized Resource Development

• Curricular Implementation: Lead the technical preparation for DVM laboratories (Years 1–3), including prosections, complex set-ups, and coordination with course coordinators.
• Instructional Resource Preparation: Manage the professional training and groundwork of the large animal teaching herds. This includes developing proficiencies and behavioral reliability to ensure a safe, standardized environment for student learning.
• Curriculum Development: Collaborate with faculty to design, evaluate, and update instructional materials and learning aids, adapting resources to meet specific rotation objectives.
• Technical Readiness: Maintain professional expertise through independent preparation for instructional delivery, including the mastery of clinical techniques and simulation protocols.
• Team Collaboration: Lead or participate in collaborative project teams to advance departmental educational goals.

35% - Instructional Delivery & Rotational Support

• Clinical Instruction: Provide direct in-lab professional instruction and support for students across all veterinary labs
• Educational Consultation: Serve as a professional resource for students and faculty, reinforcing clinical skills and holding the teaching herd accountable to established behavioral standards during live-animal sessions.
• Student Assessment : Assist faculty with the implementation and proctoring of examinations; evaluate student performance on clinical skills assessment
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as a professional liaison between Academic Affairs, Veterinary Population Medicine, and other university departments to ensure cohesive laboratory delivery

10% - Programmatic Coordination & Operational Leadership

• Administrative & Systems Oversight: Manage laboratory documentation, supply procurement, and tracking systems for specialized large animal specimens and cadaver resources.
• Personnel Direction: Formally oversee and direct the work of student employees; provide specialized training to faculty members who are new to the laboratory environment.
• Strategic Evaluation: Evaluate learning system designs and recommend data-driven changes to improve educational quality, safety, and instructional effectiveness
• Internal Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinate with student organizations and assist with specialized student projects to advance the goals of the instructional program

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus at least two years of related experience, or a combination of education and related work experience to equal at least six years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT)
• A minimum of 2 years of large animal handling experience
• Clinical experience with horses
• Experience teaching/mentoring students
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Google platform, Excel, and Canvas

Physical Requirements

• Lifting: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Pushing/pulling: Ability to move heavy gurneys and tables
• Standing/walking: Ability to remain on your feet for the duration of an 8 hour shift
• Bending/stooping: frequently reaching toward the floor or working at low levels
• Fine motor skills: picking up small components, typing, or using precision tools
• Reach: the ability to extend arms overhead or horizontally to retrieve items
• Visual acuity: close range vision for computer work
• Auditory awareness: ability to hear warning signals, alarms or communicate in loud environments

Pay Range

$24.00 - $29.21/hr ; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans .

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive 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 by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for 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-life flexibility.