Company: Colorado State University
Job description: Posting Detail InformationWorking Title Veterinary Clinical Care Educator
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position is fully remote
Posting Number 202500065F
Proposed Annual Salary Range Instructor $ 112,000- 122,000, Senior Instructor $134,200- 148,300
Employee BenefitsColorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.. . !
Position Type Faculty
Work Hours/Week 40
Description of Work UnitThe Department of Clinical Sciences mission is to assure the health and productivity of animals to meet societal needs through high quality educational programs for professional veterinary medical students, graduate veterinarians, and the public through a faculty and veterinary medical center of excellence, and to advance and disseminate comparative biomedical knowledge in an environment of interdisciplinary collaboration.
Tenure/Tenure Track? No
% Research 0
% Teaching 80-90
% Service 5-15
% Administration 0
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 05/19/2025
Number of Vacancies 2
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Position SummaryThe Department of Clinical Sciences at Colorado State University (CSU) seeks applications for a continuing Instructor/Sr. Instructor in clinical education to join the Veterinary Clinical Care Master's program (MSB VCC) faculty. We are looking for individuals passionate about student instruction combined with experience in clinical small animal practice and preventive care education. This position will directly support the teaching roles of the MSB VCC program. Teaching roles include online clinical and technical skill development, and coaching and facilitation in the communication curriculum. Instruction will be shared among the faculty members in the MSB VCC program. This position combines evidence-based practices in online teaching with veterinary primary care education and professional skills development. This position qualifies for virtual or hybrid work. Successful candidates will need access to a stable and high-speed internet connection to facilitate online teaching, virtual meetings, and communication with students and colleagues.These positions are the first two of a total of 8 proposed over the next couple of years that will support the development and launch of the new MSB VCC Curriculum in Fall 2025 and the opening of a new Veterinary Health and Education Complex (VHEC) in 2026.The MSB VCC program serves as a respectful, supportive, and teaching-focused environment to empower MSB VCC students in their role as veterinary professional associates and active community partners in animal and human health. The students will take part in online courses for semesters 1-3 of the program, moving to face-to-face courses at the VHEC for fourth semester, and participating in a clinical internship at a previously approved off site locations in the fifth semester.MSB VCC faculty will play integral roles as educators in a new position in veterinary medicine:
- The online curriculum will encompass evidence-based practices in andragogy with various active learning techniques. Online lectures and laboratories will be designed with Universal Design for Learners incorporated throughout the program.
- The CSU communication curriculum is a world-renowned model among veterinary colleges and was bestowed accolades from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Education. Currently, CSU veterinary students receive highly experiential communication education integrated throughout the curriculum. The MSB VCC students will receive similar training in the first through fourth semesters. The significant feature of the instruction is interaction with simulated clients (i.e., actor-educators), receipt of feedback from peers and client, and reflection on a video recording of their performance. The communication curriculum culminates in video review rounds and in-the-moment coaching during the fourth semester Communications Laboratory course in the context of real student-client interactions. Drs. Shari Lanning and Wayne Jensen, current Program faculty, are trained in communications. All VPA faculty will be required to undergo similar training and will assist in delivering this portion of the program. The involvement of any current DCS faculty requires prior approval from the DCS Department Head.
- The MSB VCC program will use the newest technologies and techniques in models and simulations to reduce the use of animal cadavers and live animals in the curriculum. Silicone, urethane, and 3d printed models are currently being developed and utilized in the DVM program. The MSB VCC program is working alongside the DVM program to develop low and high-fidelity teaching models that fulfill program outcomes. Dr. Lanning has confirmed the continued collaboration with the DVM program and proposed maker space, as both programs benefit mutually from this partnership. Currently Dr. Lanning is making models and simulation for the program and will be training VPA faculty and staff as needed for future programmatic needs. In addition, we may be hiring the staff associated with the maker space to construct certain models as the program continues.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job QualificationsInstructor
- DVM or equivalent veterinary professional degree
- 3 years of experience in small animal clinical practice
- DVM or equivalent veterinary professional degree is required
- 3 years of experience in small animal clinical practice
- 5 years of applicable experience and convincing evidence of achieving excellence as a teacher
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, critical thinking, receptivity to feedback and service orientation
- Ability to make decisions and to work independently while possessing receptivity to mentorship
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
- Experience in:
- Teaching in graduate or other higher education programs
- Online teaching
- Quality Matters Teaching Online certification
- Training in veterinary or medical communication including FRANK 1.0, 2.0, or related veterinary communications workshop
- Experiential learning, adult learning theory, and curriculum design
- Application of Universal Design for Learning principles in the classroom
- Training in clinical or professional skills development
- Small group instructional, facilitation, or coaching
- Veterinary practice management
- MS Word, Excel, and Power Point
- Educational learning management systems
Background Check Policy StatementColorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEOColorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Search Contact Alice Moore; [email protected]Essential DutiesJob Duty Category Teaching & Advising
Duty/ResponsibilityMSB VCC Online Student Instruction
- Conduct online skills development lectures and laboratories on animal handling, physical assessment, technical skills, surgical skills, communication skills, and diagnostic and treatment techniques.
- Provide online professional skills instruction on topics such as: professional identity, ethics, jurisprudence, justice, equity, diversity and inclusion, wellbeing, financial acumen, career exploration, and professional advocacy.
- Provide timely, individualized, and actionable student evaluations, mentoring, and point-in-time feedback.
Job Duty Category Service
Duty/ResponsibilityProfessional and Academic
- Participate in external professional service activities such as review panels, state or county VMA's, or other veterinary related services
- Participate in professional organization, university, department, or service- level committees as deemed appropriate in consultation with the department head
Job Duty Category Scholarly Activity
Duty/Responsibility
- According to the candidate's interest and under advisement of the department head, examples may include authorship, development of educational training videos, or other scholarly contributions
Maximum Requested 3Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents * Resume
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Expected salary: $134200 - 148300 per year
Location: Fort Collins, CO
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