About the role
Overview
The Department of Veterinary Clinical and Life Sciences (VCLS) in the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at Utah State University (USU) is seeking applicants for two assistant, associate, or full professor positions in veterinary microbiology and immunology. The CVM is looking for one individual with expertise in bacteriology/immunology/infectious diseases and one individual with expertise in virology/immunology/infectious diseases. These positions may include 35-40% teaching; 50-55% research and/or clinical diagnostic service at the Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UVDL); and 5% service. Tenure-track or professional practice-track positions are available with an anticipated start date of January 1, 2027. Review of applications will begin October 16, 2026, and continue until both positions have been filled. The tenure-track rank of assistant, associate, or full professor and the non-tenure track rank of professional practice assistant, associate, or full professor will be considered, depending on preference, qualifications, and experience of the successful applicants.
The candidates will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of veterinary professionals by delivering instruction in bacteriology/immunology and virology/immunology in the new Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree curriculum. In this capacity, the candidates are also expected to develop and implement innovative teaching methodologies, assessment tools, and evaluation criteria to measure veterinary students’ level of mastery as they progress through the academic program. The candidates will also contribute to other curriculum activities associated with their expertise.
Candidates with a research appointment will be expected to develop and carry out independent, nationally recognized research that includes mentoring graduate students engaged in research that is supported by external funding. Alternatively, candidates will be expected to contribute to clinical diagnostic services in their area of expertise at the UVDL.
Applicants must have a DVM and/or PhD degree related to microbiology/immunology, either in bacteriology or in virology, or both. The ideal candidates should have demonstrated experience teaching veterinary bacteriology/immunology or virology/immunology; and demonstrated research and/or clinical diagnostic experience.
These positions are eligible for excellent benefits, including paid holidays, 22 vacation days/year, a 50% undergraduate tuition reduction for employees and dependents, competitive health benefits packages, and a generous contribution to retirement. In addition, up to 4 days/month may be used for consulting work. View more information here: Summary of Benefits 2026-2027.
Responsibilities
Position Responsibilities for Teaching (35-40%)
- Deliver instruction in either bacteriology/immunology/infectious diseases or virology/immunology/infectious diseases in the DVM degree curriculum.
- Take a leadership role in course organization and development.
- Develop and implement innovative teaching methodologies, assessment tools, and evaluation criteria in each area of instruction.
- Contribute to developing the DVM degree curriculum and other curriculum activities associated with their expertise.
- Pursue opportunities to design, analyze, and publish pedagogical research.
Position Responsibilities for Research (if chosen - 50-55%)
- Develop and carry out a high-quality research program that includes mentoring veterinary medical, graduate and undergraduate students.
- Obtain extramural funding and publish scholarship in peer-reviewed scientific journals and other outlets.
Position Responsibilities for Clinical Service (if chosen - 50-55%)
- Contribute to veterinary diagnostic service in the Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, which is an integral part of the USU CVM.
- Demonstrate scholarship in veterinary laboratory diagnostic medicine in the microbiological field of specialization (bacteriology/immunology or virology/immunology).
- Provide pathology resident, veterinary student, or graduate student training.
Position Responsibilities for Service (10%)
Contribute to the department, college, university, and profession through service (e.g., serve on graduate student, curriculum, hiring, and admissions committees).
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- DVM and/or PhD degree, or equivalent degree(s), in bacteriology/immunology/infectious diseases or virology/immunology/infectious diseases or a related area
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as a team member in a collaborative setting
Preferred Qualifications
- DVM degree with ACVM board certification or eligibility
- Training in veterinary diagnostic bacteriology/immunology/infectious diseases or virology/immunology/infectious diseases
- Experience teaching veterinary medical students in didactic or clinical settings
- For candidates interested in research, a demonstrated record of scholarly activity and publications within refereed scientific and/or pedagogical journals
Additional Qualifications for Consideration for the Rank of Associate or Full Professor:
- Extensive experience in the field of veterinary microbiological diagnostics
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching veterinary medical students in didactic and/or clinical settings
- For candidates interested in research, an established record of research productivity, including publications in scientific and/or pedagogical journals, with evidence of securing extramural funding
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
- Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
- Cover Letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”
- Names and contact information for 3 professional references to be typed at the beginning of the application
- **Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
- Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience
ADA
Work is performed in a combination of office, classroom, teaching laboratory, research laboratory, and veterinary diagnostic laboratory environments. Depending on assigned duties, the position may involve work with biological specimens, microorganisms, laboratory equipment, chemicals, and other materials commonly encountered in veterinary microbiology and immunology settings. Appropriate training, personal protective equipment, and established safety procedures are required.
The position requires the ability to perform typical faculty and laboratory activities, including extended periods of sitting or standing; use of computers and audiovisual equipment; movement between offices, classrooms, laboratories, and other university facilities; and occasional lifting or carrying of materials and equipment associated with teaching, research, or diagnostic activities.
Mental demands include sustained attention to teaching, research, diagnostic, and administrative responsibilities; interpretation and communication of complex scientific information; independent judgment and problem-solving; management of multiple priorities and deadlines; and effective interaction with students, faculty, staff, collaborators, and external stakeholders. The position requires adaptability, professional communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
College/Department Highlights
Utah State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (USU CVM) is building the next generation of veterinary medical education in Utah. The College welcomed its inaugural class of veterinary students in fall 2025 and is developing a four-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program designed around excellent teaching, hands-on learning, collaboration, and engagement with veterinary and animal-health partners throughout the state and region. As Utah’s only veterinary medical education program, the CV