Assistant​/Associate Professor of Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology - Veterinary Medicine

Rocky Vista University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Rocky Vista University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.

$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.

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.

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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

• Responsibilities in research and teaching in Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology.
• Instructional Responsibilities:
  • Assist in teaching body system modules during the first and second spirals of the DVM curriculum, with an emphasis on Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology.
  • Oversee the development and administration of the department's postgraduate degree programs.
• Supplemental Teaching:
  • Contribute to core and elective course instruction across the DVM and graduate programs.
  • Participate in Integrated Team Instruction, focusing on small-group, collaborative learning methods.
  • Engage in teaching Professionalism and Clinical Skills as part of the broader curriculum.
• Research and Scholarly
  
  Activities:
  
  
  • Promote and support research initiatives among faculty and graduate students and through interdisciplinary collaboration with other schools.
  • Provide mentorship to faculty and graduate students, especially junior faculty, fostering development in teaching, research, and postgraduate programs.
• Participate in the following University
  
  Activities:
  
  
  • Faculty Senate
  • Departmental Meetings (when required)
  • Departmental Faculty evaluations (when required)
  • College/University committees