Position Details
Position Information
Department Vet Clinical Sciences (VCS)
Position Title Instructor
Job Title Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: Veterinary Clinical Sciences
Appointment Type Academic Faculty
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences in the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track full/part-time Instructor positions to teach on a term-by-term basis for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Some of these appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the Department Head.
Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted when positions become available.
The Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine provides professional and graduate programs for veterinary students leading to DVM , MS and PhD degrees, operates both a Large and a Small Animal Teaching Hospital ( VTH ), and a State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. The College operates within a total budget (from all sources) of approximately $36 million annually, which supports educational programs, veterinary medical and diagnostic public services, and research programs with broad impacts related to animal and human health. The Department of Clinical Sciences ( DCS ) oversees clinical, classroom, and laboratory teaching, and scholarly activity of clinical faculty and residents.
The purpose of this position is to plan, conduct, assess and refine practical laboratories teaching clinical skills to veterinary students through experiential learning. The main focus is to train students in general and small animal surgical skills in a practical situation. Additional duties may include participation in other Clinical Skills courses. Labs will cover a variety of clinical skills using live animals, animal tissues, inanimate models and various supplies and medical instruments, and are designed to meet curricular goals. The incumbent will also be responsible for maintaining teaching laboratory facilities, supplies and equipment while ensuring compliance with appropriate safety and animal care protocols. This position contributes to the teaching mission of the Department, College and University by training future veterinarians.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
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-More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
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Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers acomprehensive benefits package (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee) with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
-Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
-Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
-Retirement savings paid by the university.
-A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
-Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
-Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
-Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .
Key Responsibilities
100% - Instruction - Planning and Conduct of Clinical Skills Laboratories.
Work in conjunction with other faculty and staff to develop, schedule and deliver portions of the teaching labs. Planning will include determining materials and animals necessary for each lab, assuring that those materials and animals are present for each lab, and that all necessary compliance paperwork has been approved in advance, and working with laboratory staff to make sure labs are set up. Scheduling involves working with faculty and staff in a coordinated fashion, and delivering involves teaching the labs and promoting equitable outcomes among learners. The incumbent also will be responsible, in conjunction with other faculty and staff, in performing formal assessments, including grading of students.
What You Will Need
DVM or equivalent degree.
3 years of clinical experience in Small (dog, cat) Animal veterinary care, with aptitude in routine surgical techniques and procedures.
Excellent oral and written communications skills.
Demonstrated commitment to educational equity and a commitment to advancing the participation of diverse groups and supporting diverse perspectives.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have
Extensive surgery experience
Teaching experience
Experience in laboratory management, equipment supply procurement, record keeping and spreadsheet analysis.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Most labs are taught in a standard teaching laboratory. Some exercises occur in conventional seminar or lecture rooms. Labs involve exposure to live animals, tissue specimens, a variety of medical and surgical equipment, a range of chemical and biologic agents and the use of requisite safety equipment and protective equipment. Some afterhours work is required.
Pay Method Salary
Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with education, training, and experience.
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/171002
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P09301UF
Number of Vacancies Varies
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 07/28/2025
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 06/15/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A Curriculum Vitae; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
Letters of Reference will be requested for finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for three referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf.
For additional information please contact:
Dr. Chris Cebra
chris.cebra@oregonstate.edu
541-737-5568
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at ourBackground Checks (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks) website including thefor candidates (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates) section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team atemployee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
Supplemental Questions
Read More at: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/171023
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
