ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY

About This Job

The Department of Veterinary Technology at Northwestern State University of Louisiana seeks applications from enthusiastic individuals interested in a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Veterinary Technology starting August 10, 2026. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply: Interested candidates should email their curriculum vitae (CV) or resume, a statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial copies of graduate transcripts, and the names and contact information for three professional references to Kaleigh MacQueen, Department Head. Email: View email address on click.appcast.io. *NOTE: Official copies of transcripts and proof of a Louisiana license is due at time of hire.

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Minimum Qualifications

•Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from an AVMA accredited program • Must hold a current license in the state of Louisiana •Ability to teach a combination of undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses within a Veterinary Technology program. •Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following areas: General Veterinary Technology, Veterinary Medical Terminology, Pharmacology, Anatomy and Physiology, Animal Care and Health, Diseases of Animals, Clinical Parasitology, Hospital Technology, Veterinary Radiology

Job Duties and Other Information

•Teach assigned undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses in the Veterinary Technology curriculum. •Evaluate students regularly and reports progress in a timely manner. •Participate in program assessment, curriculum review, and continuous improvement efforts. •Participates in faculty meetings and serves on all appropriate department and university committees. •Maintains confidentiality in accordance with federal laws and university policy. •Assist with AVMA-CVTEA accreditation activities, including documentation, data collection, and preparation for site visits and reports. •Maintain clinical relevance through professional development or clinical practice. •Contribute to departmental, program, and university service activities. •Support student advising, mentoring, recruitment, and retention efforts. •Represents the Department in a professional manner in all activities. •Committed to excellence in teaching, service, and professional growth. •Willingness to contribute to recruitment and retention initiatives.