Veterinary Clinical Sciences Associate Professor – Education & Research

Western University; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona (CA) seeks an Associate Professor of Clinical Sciences to lead and contribute to the veterinary curriculum, lectures, and clinical science laboratories. The role emphasizes scholarship, faculty governance, and advancing veterinary education within the DVM program.

The position requires an advanced degree in the discipline, California licensure or eligibility, and a commitment to humanistic veterinary education.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in veterinary medicine or related field.
• Active licensure or eligibility to be licensed as a Veterinarian in California preferred.
• Board certification preferred where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to training of veterinary students in Foundational and Clinical Sciences.
• Involve Year 1–2 curricular activities, including PBL facilitation, lectures and labs, and content expertise.
• Provide leadership and instruction for Year 3–4 courses and rotations.
• Pursue scholarly activities and establish a self-sustaining research program.
• Develop post-DVM training programs and mentor veterinary students in research.
• Participate in college/university committees and external engagements for funding.
• Maintain California veterinary license and ongoing CE to keep license current.
• Represent the college to external agencies and participate in governance.

Skills

Oral communication

Confidentiality

Organization

Educational needs

Discipline knowledge

Humanism

Education

DVM/PhD or equivalent

Job description

Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona (CA) seeks an Associate Professor of Clinical Sciences to lead and contribute to the veterinary curriculum, lectures, and clinical science laboratories. The role emphasizes scholarship, faculty governance, and advancing veterinary education within the DVM program.

The position requires an advanced degree in the discipline, California licensure or eligibility, and a commitment to humanistic veterinary education.