Assistant /Associate Professor of Exotic / Zoo Animal Medicine

Assistant/Associate Professor of Exotic / Zoo Animal Medicine – Veterinary Medicine
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Montana, USA
Salary Range: $149,864 – $196,539 per year (DOE)

A new College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) and is seeking innovative, collaborative educators to help build a forward-thinking veterinary program from the ground up. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a student-centered curriculum focused on clinical excellence and the evolving needs of the veterinary profession.

Faculty members will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary colleagues to design, develop, and continuously refine courses while mentoring students in a dynamic academic environment. 

Primary Purpose

To enhance the knowledge, growth, and development of veterinary students through teaching, curriculum development, and scholarly activity within the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, with a focus on Exotic and Zoo Animal Medicine.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Curriculum Development

• Deliver lectures and facilitate small group learning sessions in Exotic / Zoo Animal Medicine

• Develop, review, and update course materials

• Create and assess examination questions

• Contribute to curriculum design and continuous improvement

Research & Scholarly Activity

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in Exotic / Zoo Animal Medicine or related fields

• Engage in research aligned with CVM priority areas (e.g., One Health, Wildlife & Conservation Medicine, Climate Change, Zoonotic Diseases, Public Health)

• Mentor veterinary (DVM) and graduate students in research activities

• Develop research opportunities suitable for student participation

• Collaborate with faculty across departments to support interdisciplinary research

Service & Institutional Engagement

• Participate in Faculty Senate and departmental meetings

• Contribute to faculty evaluations and academic committees

• Support institutional initiatives and academic governance

Minimum Qualifications

• DVM from an accredited institution

Preferred Qualifications

• Board eligible or board certified in a relevant specialty

• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in Exotic / Zoo Animal Medicine research

• Experience with collaborative and interdisciplinary research initiatives

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience, qualifications, and faculty rank

• Relocation assistance available

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • 401(k) with up to 7% employer match

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Minimum of 2 weeks paid vacation annually

  • 12 sick days per year

  • Personal days

  • 13.5 paid holidays

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of background check and drug screening

• Compliance with vaccination policies

• Ability to:

  • Communicate effectively (oral and written) in English

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels

  • Perform duties involving periods of sitting and/or standing

  • Use standard office equipment

  • Travel occasionally for meetings, conferences, or academic activities