Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure): Open Rank - Clinical or Instructional and Associate Dean of DVM Admissions and Student Recruitment College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Location College Station, TX
Open Date 9/16/2026
Position ID 190767
Description
The College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) at Texas A&M University invites applications for the position of Associate Dean of DVM Admissions and Student Recruitment. This is a full-time, 11-month/year appointment faculty position with significant administrative duties (60% effort). The anticipated start date is fall 2026. Candidates seeking an Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure) appointment will be considered for the faculty titles of Clinical Associate Professor, Clinical Professor, Instructional Associate Professor, or Instructional Professor commensurate with qualifications and professional interest.
The departmental home for the successful candidate at VMBS will be determined based on the applicant's area of expertise and experience.
Responsibilities for this position as a faculty member include teaching in the DVM curriculum (10-30% effort), providing academic service to the college and Texas A&M University (10% effort), and contributing to research/scholarship (5-25%). Opportunities to contribute to patient care in the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital are also available.
The Associate Dean of DVM Admissions and Student Recruitment is responsible for providing strategic leadership for admissions and student recruitment within the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program. Reporting directly to the Dean of VMBS, the Associate Dean serves as a member of the college leadership team and collaborates with faculty, staff, and external partners to advance VMBS strategic priorities in education and student success.
The Associate Dean will lead a comprehensive and mission-aligned approach to admissions and recruitment, ensuring excellence, fairness, and compliance in all processes. This role is central to shaping the DVM student body and enhancing student success through student recruitment and evidence-based admissions processes.
Key Responsibilities
Admissions Leadership and Operations
Provide strategic oversight of holistic review processes for DVM applicants
Assess ongoing admissions processes and investigate emerging selection methodologies
Lead and guide the DVM Selections Committee in evaluating, interviewing, and ranking applicants
Direct Admissions Office operations, including TMDSAS application management, interview coordination, and final selections
Provide reporting for and ensure compliance with COE accreditation standards and all state and university regulations
Student Recruitment and Pipeline Development
Develop and implement recruitment strategies aligned with VMBS and university missions
Strengthen outreach and pipeline programs to attract highly qualified applicants
Student Financial Support and Advancement
Provide leadership for financial aid and scholarship programs for incoming students
Partner with development efforts to enhance student scholarship fundraising
About VMBS and Texas A&M: For over 110 years, the VMBS has been a leader in veterinary education and biomedical discovery, serving the people and industries of Texas and beyond. With 180 students per class, it is home to one of the country's largest DVM programs. The VMBS is ranked #3 in the United States and #5 in the world in the 2026 Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings in veterinary science. For more information about the college visit: https://vetmed.tamu.edu
Texas A&M is a Tier 1 research university and one of the largest universities in the United States, with more than 4,300 faculty members and the third-largest student body in the Nation, according to the 2025 U.S. News and World Report. Texas A&M is a flagship land grant, sea grant, and space grant university, and a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU).
About the Bryan/College Station Metropolitan Area: The Bryan/College Station metro area ("Aggieland") has a population of over 250,000 and is among the 15 fastest-growing metro areas in the United States, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Residents enjoy a vibrant economy that Forbes and WalletHub rank as one of the best areas in the United States for job growth and start-up companies. Residents also enjoy a low cost of living (including no state income taxes), short commute times, and a vast network of parks (nearly 100), walking paths, greenspaces, and high-quality golf courses. Moreover, College Station is recognized as having some of the strongest public schools in Texas, as well as a very low crime rate and excellent health care.
For these and many other reasons, College Station has consistently been rated as one of the best college towns in the United States. For a list of College Station's recognitions and rankings in a variety of social and economic categories, see https://www.cstx.gov/our\community/recognitions\_rankings.
Qualifications
Required:
DVM or equivalent degree
Clinical practice experience in the U.S. or Canada
Minimum of five years of teaching experience in veterinary medical education
Demonstrated leadership and administrative experience
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Preferred:
Board certification in an AVMA-recognized specialty or a PhD degree
Experience in admissions, recruitment, or academic administration
Application Instructions
Interested applicants for the position must apply through the Texas A&M University faculty job board hosted by Interfolio at:
For Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure) position: https://apply.interfolio.com/192522
For Tenured position: https://apply.interfolio.com/192526
Applicants must upload the following:
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Personal statement to include philosophy and plans for teaching, service, research/scholarship, patient care, as applicable
Contact information for at least three (3) references to solicit letters of recommendation
Questions can be sent to the attention of Lisa Ashorn, Senior Administrative Coordinator (lashorn@tamu.edu).
