Assistant Professor- Veterinary Technology

Assistant Professor of Veterinary Science

Full-time appointment for Assistant Professor of Veterinary Science beginning August 2026. This position reports to the Department Chair of Veterinary Technology and the Veterinary Technology Program Coordinator. The candidate will be responsible to teach a broad range of veterinary science courses offered in the program. The faculty member may be required to teach day or evening courses and computer skills are required.

Post-graduate or post professional certifications and training preferred.

• Use and develop a variety of effective teaching and assessment methods to engage student interest and address a variety of learning styles.
• Teach a minimum of fifteen credits per semester.
• Integrate appropriate instructional technology into the classroom to enhance student learning.
• Evaluate student work using clear criteria relevant to the course content and learning outcomes.
• Maintain and submit accurate records according to published deadlines (i.e., grades, syllabi, enrollment reports).
• Assess student learning and develop plans to improve student learning based on student outcomes.
• Maintain four office hours per week
• Involvement in curriculum development; course assessment and development of online classes
• Advisor to veterinary technology club
• Participate in student advisement
• Actively participate on college committees
• Perform various departmental duties throughout the semester.

• Must be a licensed Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician in New York State, with a current and active license.
• Veterinarians must hold a DVM or VMD degree.
• Veterinary Technicians must hold a Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in diverse clinical practice required.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Brightspace or similar learning management systems is a plus.

• Commitment to community college goals and objectives of providing quality programs and services for culturally, socio-economically, ethnically, and academically diverse students and students with disabilities; personal qualities to work effectively and with sensitivity in a multicultural environment; awareness of and commitment to the needs of non-traditional and/or re-entry students with diverse abilities and interests.

An initial starting annual salary of $56,000 – 69,500 will be commensurate with education, training, and experience per academic year with an excellent benefits package. This position is contingent upon adequate funding.

SUNY Ulster offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision, life insurance, NYS or SUNY TIAA Retirement Plans, SUNY Perks, tuition waivers, including dependent waivers, and SUNY tuition assistance. In addition, SUFA-covered members receive, on an annual basis: 12 sick days, 5 personal days, and holidays indicated on the SUNY Ulster Academic Calendar.

The position is open until filled. However, to ensure consideration, application materials should be received via email by April 10, 2026 at 4:00 pm EST to be given priority consideration. Applications received after the deadline are not guaranteed to be reviewed. SUNY Ulster reserves the right to close, continue, cancel, postpone or restart the recruitment at any time. Applicants must submit the following materials to be considered for the position:

• Resume or CV
• Cover letter which discusses your qualifications and interest in the position
• Copy of transcripts indicating possession of minimum qualifications (officials will be required at the time of hire)
• Contact information for three professional references

Employment with SUNY Ulster is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements, and the Board of Trustees has approved. Offer and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, fingerprint check, verification of the right to work in the United States, and all other required pre-employment conditions are met. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security