The Department of Animal Science in the School of Agriculture and Natural Resources at SUNY Cobleskill seeks a talented and innovative veterinarian to join the faculty team as an Assistant Professor.

The Animal Science department enrolls over 500 students and offers hands-on coursework utilizing cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, horses, and dogs housed on campus. Offering both associate and bachelor's degree programs, SUNY Cobleskill seeks applicants committed to experiential learning who enjoy teaching a variety of courses.

The successful candidate will teach and advise undergraduate students and will be expected to bring specialized veterinary expertise to the instructional programs of the department, leading efforts in professional preparation of students pursuing careers in veterinary medicine. The incumbent will also work with college farm managers and provide care to various livestock animals, mentor student clubs/organizations, and work with state organizations and animal producers. Faculty are also expected to collaborate in the development and delivery of coursework, assist in curricular development, assessment, and revision, and participate in service, scholarship, and professional development activities.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

• DVM degree or equivalent from an accredited university
• Three years clinical work experience
• Must be eligible to obtain a NYS Veterinary license by the date of hire
• Must maintain NYS licensure throughout the duration of employment at SUNY Cobleskill
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to instruct and/or co-teach a variety of courses, including but not limited to:
• Equine Health
• Animal Pathology
• Ruminant Health
• Animal Anatomy & Physiology

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the aforementioned minimum qualifications, it is preferred the candidate also have: 

• College-level teaching experience
• Livestock animal management skills/experience: equine, dairy or beef cattle, small ruminant, etc.
• Livestock animal clinical experience: necropsy/pathology, herd health, ultrasound-guided pregnancy 

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