Assistant Veterinary Pathology Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Description SummaryOrganization's Summary Statement:
Position Information
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) School of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position as Assistant/Associate Professor - Pathology. This position is responsible for the development and delivery of instruction in veterinary pathology within the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) curriculum and contribute to scholarship, service, and program development. Responsibilities include teaching, curriculum development, student mentoring, scholarly activity, and participation in accreditation and institutional initiatives consistent with the mission of UMES and AVMA Council on Education (COE) standards.
Salary Information
Salary range: $125,000 - $155,000 annually, commensurate with academic rank and experience.
Benefits:
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, as a University System of Maryland institution and a Maryland State agency, provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular faculty and staff. The Office of Employee Benefits provides consultative services and assistance with benefits planning, enrollment, and changes. Eligible employees may participate in a variety of benefit plans including:
Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employees
and dependents offered through the State of Maryland Employee Benefits
Division.
Prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and vision
coverage.
Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or an
Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental Retirement
Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-
Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored
MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term
disability insurance).
Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USM
policies, spouses and dependents at University System of Maryland
institutions.
Leave benefits, including paid annual (22 days per year) and sick leave (15
days), personal leave (3 days per year) and paid holidays.
Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State of
Maryland wellness
programs.
Essential Responsibilities
Develop and deliver instruction in general and systemic veterinary
pathology, including gross and histopathology laboratories.
Incorporate active-learning strategies and case-based instruction to
promote diagnostic reasoning.
Develop course materials, assessments, and digital pathology resources
aligned with established learning outcomes.
Prepare, administer, and evaluate student assessments and maintain
accurate academic records.
Participate in curriculum planning, review, and integration across
foundational and clinical sciences.
Engage in scholarly activity, research, or educational innovation appropriate
to faculty rank.
Mentor veterinary students in research and professional development
activities.
Participate in departmental, school, and university committees and service
activities.
Contribute to AVMA COE accreditation preparation, reporting, and
compliance activities.
Maintain professional licensure and specialty board certification as
appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree.
Completion of a residency in veterinary pathology.
Board certification (ACVP or equivalent) or board-eligible status.
Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the State of Maryland.
Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and student
mentorship.
Preferences: (Qualifications)
Experience teaching in a professional DVM curriculum.
Experience with digital pathology and instructional technologies.
Record of peer-reviewed publications or externally funded research.
Experience supporting AVMA COE accreditation activities.
Clinical pathology expertise or diagnostic laboratory experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of contemporary veterinary pathology principles and diagnostic
methodologies.
Ability to effectively teach and mentor professional students.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a developing academic program.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and student-centered learning
environment.
Physical Demands:
May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at
desk.
May require lifting.
Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and
internally.
Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.Additional Job DetailsDepartmentUMES-SVM- School of Veterinary MedicineWorker Sub-Type Faculty RegularSalary Range$125,000 - $155,000EEO Statement

UMESis an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunityinstitution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliationfor asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.