Job Description Position Summary The Department of Clinical Sciences in the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at Colorado State University welcomes applications for a 12-month non-tenure track faculty appointment in Veterinary Communications at the rank of Instructor, Senior Instructor (Instructor series) or Assistant Professor (Professorial series). This faculty member will join the Veterinary
Communication for Professional Excellence (VCPE) team. We welcome applications from communication scholars or healthcare professionals with exemplary communication and facilitation skills, passion for student-centered teaching and coaching, and strong interpersonal skills. The faculty member will be part of a two-person faculty team and implement the model veterinary communication curriculum alongside a robust team
of instructors, coaches, and simulated clients. The CSU communication curriculum (https://vetmedbiosci.colostate.edu/vcpe/dvm-communication-curriculum/) is a nationally and internationally recognized model among veterinary colleges and has earned accolades from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Education. For full consideration, applications must be submitted through Workday by 11:59pm (
MST ) on May 25, 2026. Email or mail-in applications will not be accepted. This position will be open until filled. Work authorization visa sponsorship may be available based on the specific situation for the selected final candidate. A signing bonus may be considered for successful candidates. Essential Duties: Teaching 55-65% Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Student Communication Coursework Collaborate with the
VCPE team to provide instruction as the course coordinator, instructor, or coach in the communication curriculum. Collaborate in implementing and advancing the communication curriculum for in-house and University of Alaska Fairbanks DVM students. Assist in preparing course materials, recruiting coaches and simulated clients. This includes communicating with the Center for Advancing Professional Excellence (CAPE)
regarding the needs for simulated clients and addressing concerns should they arise regarding simulated client performance. Assist in coordinating additional training courses and workshops, some of which may be held in the evenings or during weekends. Balance creating a healthy, compassionate, and supportive environment, while setting clear expectations for student accountability. Service and Outreach 20-25%
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