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Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:

Position Information

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) School of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure -track faculty position as Assistant Professor - Biomedical Sciences. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of the foundational biomedical sciences curriculum in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program and demonstrate excellence in teaching, scholarly activity, and service consistent with the mission of the University and the School.

Salary Information

Salary range: $125,000 - $155,000 annually, commensurate with academic rank and experience.

Benefits:

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, as a University System of Maryland institution and a Maryland State agency, provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular faculty and staff. The Office of Employee Benefits provides consultative services and assistance with benefits planning, enrollment, and changes. Eligible employees may participate in a variety of benefit plans including:

• Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employees

and dependents offered

through the State of Maryland Employee Benefits Division.

• Prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and vision

coverage

• Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or an

Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental Retirement

Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-

Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored

MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term

disability insurance).

• Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USM

policies, spouses and dependents at University System of Maryland

institutions.

• Leave benefits, including paid annual (22 days per year) and sick leave (15

days), personal leave (3 days per year) and paid holidays.

• Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State of

Maryland wellness programs.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Teach Veterinary foundational biomedical sciences courses in the DVM

curriculum.

• Develop and deliver lectures, laboratories, and active-learning experiences

using evidence-based instructional strategies.

• Contribute to integrated curriculum design and assessment.
• Develop and implement formative and summative assessments aligned

with competency-based veterinary education.

• Advise and mentor veterinary students.
• Establish and maintain an independent or collaborative research program in

veterinary or comparative biomedical sciences.

• Publish scholarly work in peer-reviewed journals.
• Pursue external funding appropriate to career stage.
• Engage DVM students in research and scholarly activities where

appropriate.

• Participate in departmental, school, and university committees.
• Engage in professional service activities.
• Support student recruitment, retention, and outreach initiatives.
• Contribute to accreditation documentation and continuous quality

improvement efforts.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent professional degree.
• Demonstrated expertise in related biomedical sciences.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness or strong potential for excellence in

teaching.

• Demonstrated research productivity appropriate to career stage.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferences: (Qualifications)

• Postdoctoral training in a relevant discipline.
• Experience teaching veterinary or other professional students.
• Record of peer-reviewed publications and potential to secure external

funding.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience in competency-based veterinary education and assessment

design.

• Strong leadership and organizational.
• Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills.

Physical Demands:

• May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at

desk.

• May require lifting.
• Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and

internally.

• Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials:

Review of applications will begin immediately. Qualified applicants should submit:

• Letter of interest outlining qualifications and leadership experience.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for three professional references. (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent).
• All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Best Consideration Date: N/A

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Department

UMES-SVM- School of Veterinary Medicine

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Regular

Salary Range

$125,000 - $155,000

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.