Clinical Assistant or Clinical Associate Professor

The Department of Clinical Sciences, Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks qualified candidates for a Clinical Track Assistant/Associate Professor position in the Pet Health and Nutrition Center at the Veterinary Health Center. The Pet Health and Nutrition Center operates as a small animal local practice within the referral hospital and provides wellness and sick/injured patient examinations, as well as minor surgeries. Applicants must possess a DVM or equivalent degree for the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor. For the rank of Clinical Associate Professor, applicants must possess a DVM and demonstrate excellence in clinical service, patient care, and clinical instruction. Preference will be given to candidates with three years of clinical experience, internship training, ABVP certification, or other advanced training appropriate for this position.

The successful candidate will be joining a service of three faculty members (including 1 ABVP diplomate, canine/feline), two RVT's, two veterinary assistants and a dedicated client services staff member who are all dedicated to the Pet Health Clinic. Directed clinical service activities include providing student oversight of primary care patients, patients with urgent care needs and minor surgeries. Collaboration with other services, faculty and house officers within the hospital is needed in this position. Teaching responsibilities include clinical, and possible didactic, instruction of veterinary students, clinical rounds, as well as participation in occasional outreach activities.

The starting date for this position is negotiable. Salary and rank will be commensurate with the applicant's experience and qualifications

Kansas State University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, positive work environment, exciting student life, and the beauty of its campus. It is geographically located in a moderate climate with easy access to diverse recreational regions. For more information visit www.ksu.edu or www.vet.k-state.edu

Kansas State University is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Background check required.

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Clinical Assistant Professor: DVM or Equivalent Degree
  
  Clinical Associate Professor: DVM and demonstrate excellence in clinical service, patient care, and clinical instruction

The degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three years of clinical experience, internship training, ABVP certification, or other advanced training appropriate for this position

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Please submit the following documents:

• To apply, please complete the online application at http://www.k-state.edu/hcs/jobs/. Curriculum vitae, a letter of intent and contact information for three professional references must be included. The letter of intent should describe the applicant's strengths, professional goals and vision for contributing to a clinical position at Kansas State University. Screening of applications begins immediately and closes 3 weeks after the start date. Questions regarding the open position or search process should be directed to Search Committee Chair, Dr. Susan Nelson at (785) 532-5690 or snelson@vet.k-state.edu.

Applications close: March 6th, 2026

Commensurate With Experience