Assistant Professor of Research

Location, Job Title, Benefits

Rocky Vista University is launching an exciting new College of Veterinary Medicine, and we are seeking forward‑thinking educators who are eager to help build something extraordinary from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to shape an innovative, student‑centered veterinary curriculum, one grounded in real‑world clinical excellence and designed to prepare graduates for the evolving demands of the profession.

Faculty at RVU CVM will collaborate closely with accomplished peers to design, develop, and continuously refine courses, playing a central role in shaping both the program and the future of veterinary education. You’ll teach, mentor, and innovate in state‑of‑the‑art facilities in beautiful Billings, Montana, where exceptional quality of life, a welcoming community, and unparalleled access to outdoor recreation come together.

If you are energized by collaboration, inspired by new possibilities in veterinary education, and motivated by the opportunity to leave a lasting professional legacy, Rocky Vista University invites you to join us at the beginning of something truly special.

SALARY:

$149,864 - $196,539 per year. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill, knowledge, experience, education, and credentials. Specifically, Faculty salary is determined by these factors as well as Faculty Rank which will be determined by the RVU Rank and Promotion committee.

Relocation Assistance available.

BENEFITS:

RVU offers a full benefits package that includes 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision insurance, along with 2 weeks (minimum) accrued paid vacation days per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, personal days, 13 ½ paid holidays and 401(K) match up to 7% based on employee’s contribution. 

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence: We are Rocky Vista University (RVU), a diverse, equitable, and inclusive healthcare education university that recognizes, values, and respects the commonalities and differences reflected in our students, staff, faculty, and alumni. We strive to be compassionate healthcare educators and practitioners who embrace and champion inclusive excellence.

RVU is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Primary Purpose

Enhance the knowledge, growth and overall development of the veterinary students through contribution to courses administered by the Department of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences through the delivery of assigned lectures, running small groups, reviewing and contributing to course material, developing and reviewing exam questions.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsibilities in research related to the candidate’s discipline.

Research & Scholarly Activities

• Research areas of emphasis at CVM include: One Health, Wildlife & Conservation Medicine, Climate Change, Zoonotic Diseases, and Public Health.
• Advise and mentor DVM and graduate students and actively engage in independent and collaborative research.
• Actively engage in independent and collaborative research in your area of expertiseto include projects suitable for veterinary student participation.
• Specific interest and background in collaborative research with CVM faculty in other departments is desirable.

Participate in the following University Activities

• Faculty Senate
• Departmental Meetings (when required)
• Departmental Faculty evaluations (when required)
• College/University committees

Minimum Qualifications

• DVM and/or PhD from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and interest in research required.
• Board eligible or board certification preferred.

Final applicant will be required to pass background check and drug screening.

Qualified applicants will be contacted. There may be an additional video interview for you to complete. Please watch your email including spam and promotions folder.

Rocky Vista University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary. The following are essential abilities and physical requirements for all positions at the University.

• Ability to orally communicate effectively with others;
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language;
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels;
• May be exposed to short, intermittent, and /or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties;
• May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies to include, but not limited to, pens, pencils, calculators, computer keyboards, telephone, etc.;
• May be required to transport oneself to other campus offices, conference rooms, and on occasion, to off-campus sites to attend meetings, conferences, workshops, seminars, etc.

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