Veterinary Anatomy Assistant Professor; Teaching

Description

The University of Calgary, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) invites applications for two full‑time academic positions (Teaching‑focused stream) in Veterinary Anatomy. The appointments will be made at the rank of Assistant Professor (Teaching) (tenure‑track) in the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. The anticipated start date is 1 July 2026, or a mutually agreed‑upon date.

Applicants will contribute to laboratory‑based and didactic teaching in veterinary anatomy and may contribute to other teaching activities in the DVM programme as required. Experience teaching large undergraduate cohorts in a laboratory setting is expected, and candidates should provide evidence of effectiveness in this context. Expertise in the comparative anatomy of common domestic species is required. UCVM’s anatomy instruction is supported by a team of technicians and a fully equipped laboratory capable of producing teaching specimens using a variety of preservation techniques including large format plastination.

Experience in course leadership, development and management is an asset. Experience supervising technical staff activities and creating teaching specimens is highly desirable.

Appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor (Teaching) (tenure‑track) requires evidence or promise of teaching effectiveness or competency in teaching and learning, an awareness of how to apply scholarly approaches to teaching and learning practices, participation in reflective practice, and professional learning activities related to teaching and learning. Engagement in the research and scholarship required to maintain currency in pedagogy is required.

Applicants must hold a DVM (or equivalent) or a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.

UCVM employs a Distributed Veterinary Teaching Hospital model. Clinical practice opportunities may be possible for qualified DVM candidates. Guidance and support will be given in establishing relationships with local clinics, based on desires and opportunities available.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution‑wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do. As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community.

We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. At the time of your application, please answer the following question:
Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

The University of Calgary provides salaries on a 12‑month basis for faculty, with no requirement that any portion of the salary be supported by grant funding. These are tenure‑track positions and include eligibility for sabbatical leave.