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The Department of Animal, Dairy and Veterinary Sciences (ADVS) at Utah State University (USU) is seeking applicants for a Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor in Equine Veterinary Medicine and Applied Reproduction. This opportunity is an 11-month (0.9167 FTE), fiscal-year faculty position apportioned 95% Teaching (including instruction and clinical services) and 5% Service in the S.J. and Jessie E. Quinney College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (QANR). The successful candidate will also hold a secondary appointment in the Department of Veterinary Clinical and Life Sciences (VCLS) in the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM). The position requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree (or equivalent) and licensure (or eligibility for licensure) in the state of Utah.

Excellence in teaching and mentorship is highly valued at USU. The successful candidate will be expected to teach the following ADVS undergraduate courses:  ADVS 2300 Horse Health Care and ADVS 4220 Applied Equine Reproduction for the Equine Science & Management major and ADVS 3000 Animal Health and Hygiene for all department majors.  Other teaching may also be assigned and will be determined based on the department’s needs and the successful applicant’s expertise. The candidate will provide structured experiential learning opportunities through clinical activities, including mentoring undergraduate clinical interns each fall and spring term and facilitating observation or participation by undergraduate and veterinary students in equine clinical care and surgical procedures as appropriate to their training and skill level.

The successful candidate will serve as a clinician for the USU Sam Skaggs Family Equine Education Center, providing veterinary oversight for horses used in riding and training instruction, equine assisted services programs, and research. The position will emphasize preventative care, lameness and performance health, and herd health management for horses used in teaching, training, and community program activities. The clinician will also provide veterinary support for the horse breeding program and occasional assistance with veterinary care for other livestock units of the Utah Agricultural Experiment Station (UAES) as needed. The department supports continued engagement with the equine veterinary profession through professional development, collaboration with regional practitioners, and participation in professional organizations.

Salary and Benefits

Salary will be commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits including

• Retirement plan with employer contribution of 14.2% of base salary
• Medical and dental insurance
• Tuition benefit for employees, spouses, and dependent children (under 26)
• Consulting leave equal to 4 days per month

Teaching (95%)

Instruction and supervision

• Provide classroom, laboratory, and field based instruction in equine health care, applied equine reproduction, and animal health for the ADVS curriculum.
• Supervise and mentor students in hands on instructional settings involving horse handling, herd health management, and applied veterinary care within teaching herds.
• Develop and deliver high quality experiential learning opportunities for undergraduate, graduate, and professional students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement of equine and livestock teaching programs.
• Mentor undergraduate clinical interns through supervised participation in equine clinical care, including preventive medicine, diagnostics, and selected procedures, while facilitating opportunities for undergraduate and veterinary students to observe or assist with clinical activities appropriate to their training.

Direct clinical services and other professional activities

• Serve as a veterinarian supporting horses housed at the USU Sam Skaggs Family Equine Education Center.
• Provide veterinary oversight for horses used in teaching, research, riding instruction, and equine assisted services programs, including preventative care, injury management, and performance health.
• Provide veterinary support for the horse breeding program and occasional assistance with veterinary care for other livestock units of the Utah Agricultural Experiment Station as needed.
• Coordinate veterinary care for horses at the USU Sam Skaggs Family Equine Education Center with the Center’s Director of Operations, collaborating with ADVS faculty, the College of Veterinary Medicine, and UAES personnel as needed.
• Maintain effective communication and collaboration with faculty, staff, and program stakeholders to support safe and effective operation of teaching herds.
• Maintain engagement with the equine veterinary profession through professional development, collaboration with regional practitioners, and participation in professional organizations to support continued clinical proficiency and
• strengthen connections between the university and the equine industry.

Service (5%)

• Participate in service activities at the department, college, and university levels, as well as professional service in relevant veterinary or equine associations.
• Support shared governance, student clubs, and outreach activities aligned with equine veterinary science.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree (or equivalent).
• Veterinary licensure in the state of Utah, or eligibility to obtain within three months of hire and maintain licensure throughout employment.
• Demonstrated experience in equine veterinary medicine sufficient to support preventive care, clinical evaluation, and herd health management for horses used in teaching and program environments.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the diagnostic evaluation and management of equine lameness.
• Demonstrated proficiency in equine reproductive management, including palpation and ultrasonographic evaluation of mares.
• Commitment to teaching excellence and student mentorship.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Familiarity with general large animal veterinary care and willingness to assist with occasional veterinary support for other livestock units.
• Willingness and ability to provide on-call veterinary clinical support on evenings and weekends.
• Valid Utah Driver's License, or ability to obtain and maintain upon hire, to perform essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles and transporting materials

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing veterinary care for horses used in teaching, riding, training, or performance programs.
• Experience with preventive herd health programs for equine populations.
• Experience with clinical teaching or supervision of students in veterinary or equine science settings.
• Experience working with livestock species such as cattle, sheep, or goats.
• Experience coordinating veterinary care within teaching farms, university herds, or similar program environments.
• Engagement in professional service or leadership roles in veterinary or equine industry organizations.
• Familiarity with land grant university systems and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
• Documents to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”
  • Cover Letter – statement of interest
  • 1 to 2-page statement of teaching philosophy and experience in equine science
  • 1 to 2-page statement describing clinical experience

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Work is performed in classroom, laboratory, office, and equine facility settings involving interaction with horses and other livestock. Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. Duties require standing, walking, bending, lifting (up to 50lbs), and handling animals and equipment, with potential exposure to animal-related risks. The position demands clear communication, sustained attention, clinical judgment, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.

The Department of Animal, Dairy and Veterinary Sciences (ADVS) continues to experience remarkable growth and momentum. Enrollment now exceeds 700 undergraduate students, making ADVS one of the largest and most dynamic departments in the S.J. and Jessie E. Quinney College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Our academic programs prepare students for diverse careers and advanced study through three undergraduate Bachelor of Science degrees, including  Equine Science & Management, Animal & Dairy Science, and Veterinary Science, as well as a new Associate of Science degree program in Veterinary Technology.  Each program blends classroom learning with extensive hands-on experience.

ADVS fulfills the three-part mission of Utah State University through excellence in teaching, research, and Extension. Our faculty deliver engaging, science-based education that connects students to real-world applications in animal health, production, and biotechnology. Extension programs reach communities statewide, translating research into practice to strengthen Utah’s agricultural industries and promote animal welfare. Our research enterprise spans molecular to applied sciences, advancing knowledge in areas such as reproduction, nutrition, genetics, and the microbiome, with impacts extending far beyond Utah.

Among the department’s signature strengths is a comprehensive equine program centered at the USU Sam Skaggs Family Equine Education Center, where typically 80 to 100 horses support teaching, research, and outreach activities. Students gain extensive hands on experience through integrated programs in horse breeding and young horse development, riding and training instruction, and equine assisted services. The department’s breeding and sales program provides opportunities for students to participate in all aspects of reproductive management, foaling, and young horse training, while the riding and training program supports instruction in horsemanship and performance horse development. In addition, the department recently launched the Center for Equine Assisted Services, which advances education, research, and community engagement focused on the human equine connection. Together, these programs create a nationally recognized environment for experiential learning and workforce preparation in the equine industry.

Through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to student success, ADVS continues to build on its strong land-grant foundation to prepare the next generation of leaders in animal and veterinary sciences.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

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The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

*updated 12/2025

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