Clinical Track AssistantAssociateFull Professor – Clinical Educator

The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences (VCS) in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University located in Ames Iowa is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time term (clinical-track) faculty position to support the clinical education of professional students in veterinary medicine and surgery. The qualifications documented experience and interests of the selected candidate will determine appointment rank.

The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to teach throughout all four years of the veterinary curriculum as a member of the Surgery Anesthesia and Community Outreach team. Primary efforts in this position will focus on didactic and laboratory surgical teaching patient care course organization and development and outcomes assessment. This position will also support clinical skill development in the Clinical Skills laboratory. Some educational responsibilities occur after standard business hours and after-hours obligations are shared with another faculty member. The remaining efforts will be in collaborative clinical and educational research activities and institutional service. The percentage effort associated with each professional obligation will be determined by mutual agreement between the candidate and the Department Chair of VCS.

We are seeking an individual with a collegial collaborative philosophy and dedication to participate in all levels of student and technician education. The successful candidate will be self-motivated innovative adaptable team-orientated and possess excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Optimal professional skills and knowledge for the position would include:

• Documented post-graduate training experiences in surgical procedures commonly performed in general practice or in shelter organizations

• Experience with basic surgery skills in academic private practice or shelter settings

• Knowledge of current AAHA Anesthesia Guidelines

• Experience with small animal primary patient care including pre- and post-operative care management and managing medical or surgical complications in clinical patients

• Documented excellence in compassionate patient care

• Collegial interactions with colleagues and team members
  

• DVM or equivalent degree
• Three years of clinical practice experience in an academic private practice or shelter setting
• State of Iowa Veterinary License on or before the first day of employment
  

• Additional years of clinical experience

• Documented surgical experiences in an academic private practice or shelter setting.

• Documented experiences in didactic and/or clinical teaching

• Documented post-graduate continuing education in surgery or shelter medicine and surgery

• Advanced certifications (ex. Fear Free)

• Board certification or eligibility in either an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) or European Board of Veterinary Specialization (EBVS) acknowledged clinical specialty

• An advanced degree (MS PhD or equivalent degree)

The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences provides significant clinical educational training for professional students. The educational opportunities for students have been expanded within the last few years to enhance clinical competency Surgery Anesthesia and Community Outreach team focuses on producing practice ready graduates with competent veterinary Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center is a state-of-the-art facility designed to provide specialized care and comprehensive medical and surgical services for companion and large animals throughout Iowa and surrounding states. Our clinicians residents interns technicians staff and senior veterinary students work collaboratively to provide 24-hour high-quality care to animal patients. As the nations first public veterinary school Iowa State Universitys College of Veterinary Medicine takes pride in its heritage while shaping the future of veterinary professional practice education research and service.

Ames Iowa is a progressive community of 60000 located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines and recently voted one of the best college towns in the nation.

Start Date:July 1 2027

For full guaranteed consideration please apply on or before November 6 2026. This position is open until filled.

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Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race color age ethnicity religion national origin pregnancy sexual orientation genetic information sex marital status disability or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity 2680 Beardshear Hall 515 Morrill Road Ames Iowa 50011 Tel. email .

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.