Assistant/Associate Professor – Director of Large Animal Ambulatory Services

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:
School of Veterinary Medicine

Position Information
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) School of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor- Director of Large Animal Ambulatory Services. This full-time faculty position provides strategic leadership for the development, implementation, and oversight of comprehensive large animal ambulatory clinical services supporting the new Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program. Consistent with UMES’s land-grant mission, this position integrates clinical service, teaching, scholarship, and veterinary extension/outreach activities to promote animal health, agricultural sustainability, public health, and economic vitality across Maryland and the Delmarva Peninsula.

Salary Information

Salary range: $135,000 – $180,000 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, 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 Duties and Responsibilities
• Provide leadership and management for large animal and ambulatory
clinical services, including operational oversight and quality assurance.
• Deliver high-quality veterinary medical care in food animal and equine field-
based settings.
• Provide clinical instruction and supervision of DVM students in ambulatory
and large animal practice environments.
• Develop and implement clinical protocols, safety procedures, and service
standards.
• Engage in veterinary extension and outreach activities, including producer
education, herd health consultation, continuing education programs, and
collaboration with UMES Extension.
• Build and maintain partnerships with regional producers, practitioners,
agricultural organizations, and government agencies.
• Participate in accreditation activities, faculty governance, scholarship, and
institutional service consistent with rank and appointment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an AVMA-
accredited (or equivalent) institution.
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the State of Maryland.
• Significant clinical experience in large animal veterinary practice (food
animal and/or equine).
• Demonstrated commitment to veterinary education and student
mentorship.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferences: (Qualifications)
• Board certification or advanced graduate training (e.g., DACVIM, DACVS,
DABVP, MS, PhD).
• Evidence of leadership in clinical service development or program
management.
• Experience leading or developing ambulatory or field-based clinical
programs.
• Experience in veterinary extension, producer education, or applied herd
health consultation.
• Familiarity with AVMA Council on Education (COE) accreditation standards.
• Record of scholarship appropriate to academic rank.
• Experience working with food animal systems, equine enterprises, and/or
underserved rural communities.

Working Conditions
This position involves extensive field-based work in farm and ambulatory settings. The incumbent must be able to perform essential physical functions associated with large animal veterinary practice and work flexible hours, including participation in emergency service coverage as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience specifically in regard to veterinary
medical education.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and established experience in
public speaking and writing.
• Demonstrate proficiency and professionalism in video conferencing,
speaking, and teaching.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use of computers, electronics, and software
commensurate with the modern work environment.
• Possess strong customer service 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

$135,000 – $180,000 annually, commensurate with academic rank and experience.

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.