Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor of Veterinary Anatomy

Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor of Veterinary Anatomy The Professional Program in Veterinary Medicine (PPVM) at South Dakota State University, in partnership with the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, seeks a clinician‑educator to inspire the next generation of veterinarians. This 9‑month, full‑time, non‑tenure‑track position at the Assistant or Associate level focuses on Veterinary Anatomy in Brookings, South Dakota. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES This is a tripartite faculty position with primary emphasis on anatomy and clinically integrated instruction in the professional veterinary curriculum. The successful candidate will contribute broadly across foundational and applied anatomy, bringing small animal clinical perspective to laboratory and clinical skills instruction. Teaching Responsibilities Deliver engaging instruction in veterinary gross anatomy, comparative anatomy, and neuroanatomy within an integrated, systems‑based curriculum. Teach radiographic anatomy and collaborate with faculty to strengthen structure–function correlations. Participate in and support clinical skills laboratories, integrating anatomical knowledge with procedural training and clinical application. Contribute to undergraduate anatomy instruction within the department. Lead and supervise dissection laboratories, prosections, and specimen‑based teaching in a small‑cohort environment. Oversee or assist with cadaver preparation, preservation, and specimen curation. Mentor pre‑veterinary and veterinary students in academic development, career exploration, and professional growth. Collaborate closely with clinical faculty to ensure alignment with University of Minnesota curricular objectives. Scholarly Activity Faculty are expected to maintain scholarly engagement appropriate to an academic appointment. Scholarship may include: Discipline‑based anatomical research. Clinical‑anatomical integration research. Veterinary education scholarship and innovation. Curriculum development and instructional design. Mentorship of student scholarly projects. Service Contributions Participate in departmental, college, and university committees. Contribute to program development and accreditation‑related activities. Engage in professional service at the regional or national level. Support recruitment, outreach, and pre‑veterinary engagement initiatives. BENEFITS SDState offers a wide range of medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. The retirement plan includes 6% matching, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state‑sponsored training and reduced tuition for state‑supported courses. Relocation benefits are available per university guidelines. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DVM or equivalent degree by start date. Experience teaching at the collegiate level. Small animal clinical experience sufficient to contribute to clinically integrated teaching and clinical skills laboratories. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Formal training and/or documented experience in veterinary gross anatomy, comparative anatomy, and/or neuroanatomy. Experience teaching radiographic anatomy. Experience with cadaver preparation and preservation techniques and specimen curation. Familiarity with digital anatomy tools (3D imaging, virtual anatomy platforms), prosection development, or innovative anatomy pedagogy. Prior experience mentoring students and training technical staff. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service, and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land‑grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr