Assistant Professor of Foundational Sciences

Assistant Professor of Foundational Sciences

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Position Title

Assistant Professor of Foundational Sciences

Position Control Number

999596

Type of Position

Faculty

Position Status

Campus

Western University Campus-Pomona, CA

Position Location

Department

1701-College of Veterinary Medicine

The position plays a critical role in the training of veterinary students by contributing to Foundational Sciences education, including lectures, laboratories, problem‑based learning facilitation, and discussions on veterinary issues. The role also involves pursuing scholarly endeavors, such as developing a self‑sustaining research program, mentoring veterinary students, and participating in post‑DVM training initiatives. Additionally, the position requires active participation in college and university committees, as well as representing the institution to external agencies and funding bodies.

If applicable, maintaining a California veterinary license and any relevant specialty certifications is also expected.

Individuals must possess this knowledge, these skills, and abilities, or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Ability to orally communicate with others. Ability to effectively interact with administration, faculty, staff, students, and outside contacts.
• Ability to handle detail‑oriented assignments and maintain confidentiality.
• Organizational skills necessary in prioritizing workload and delegating responsibility.
• Knowledge of educational needs for contemporary veterinary practice.
• Knowledge and skills in his/her discipline.
• Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.

Education:

• An advanced degree (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (ie, DVM, VMD), PhD, or equivalent degree) in the discipline of expertise is required.

Licensure:

• Actively licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Veterinarian in the state of California.

Experience:

• The college is seeking an optimal match between individual qualifications and assessed ability to contribute to the College’s mission. All qualified candidates will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the training of veterinary students in Foundational and Clinical Sciences.
• Participate in the curricular activities for Year 1 and 2 students, including but not limited to content expertise in the various disciplines, facilitation of Problem‑Based Learning (PBL) activities, foundational science lectures & laboratories, clinical science lectures & laboratories, skills development, veterinary issues discussions and presentations, and other ancillary activities as determined in the curriculum development process.
• Provide leadership and/or instruction for Year 3 and 4 courses and activities, including but not limited to Core and Selective Rotations supervision and oversight.
• Pursue scholarly endeavors and professional…