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Working Title Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate/Full Professor VCPE Position Location Fort Collins, CO Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person Posting Number 202400358F Proposed Annual Salary Range Assistant Professor $150,000-$172,000, Associate Professor $175,000 - $195,000, Full Professor $200,000 - Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.
The Department of Clinical Sciences mission is to assure the health and productivity of animals to meet societal needs through high quality educational programs for professional veterinary medical students, graduate veterinarians, and the public through a faculty and veterinary medical center of excellence, and to advance and disseminate comparative biomedical knowledge in an environment of interdisciplinary collaboration.
Tenure/Tenure Track? Yes % Research 30-40 % Teaching 35-45 % Service 20-30 % Administration 0 To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 01/06/2025 Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date Position End Date 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 Tenure-Track Faculty Appointment in Veterinary Communication at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. We seek applications from communication scholars or healthcare professionals with exemplary communication and facilitation skills, passion for student-centered teaching and coaching, a record of health communication research and publication, and strong interpersonal skills. This faculty member will join the Veterinary Communication for Professional Excellence (VCPE) team. The faculty members will implement and evolve 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 an internationally recognized model among veterinary colleges and received accolades from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Education. Additionally valued is the faculty member’s contribution of qualitative or quantitative veterinary communication-related research to advance a burgeoning field.
A signing bonus may be considered for eligible successful candidates.
Responsibilities
The distribution of teaching, research and service is negotiable based on the candidate’s rank and background.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Required Job Qualifications
Assistant Professor
All Ranks
Candidate will need to supply a Resume/CV and cover letter that address the required and preferred qualifications, your commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, your teaching and your research experience in the cover letter.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Search Contact Savannah Martin savannah.martin3@colostate.edu
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category Teaching Duty/Responsibility
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Student Communication Coursework
Continuing Education (FRANK® And Communication Coaching Skills Workshops)
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested 3 Maximum Requested 3
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Posting Detail Information
Working Title Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate/Full Professor VCPE Position Location Fort Collins, CO Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person Posting Number 202400358F Proposed Annual Salary Range Assistant Professor $150,000-$172,000, Associate Professor $175,000 - $195,000, Full Professor $200,000 - Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.
The Department of Clinical Sciences mission is to assure the health and productivity of animals to meet societal needs through high quality educational programs for professional veterinary medical students, graduate veterinarians, and the public through a faculty and veterinary medical center of excellence, and to advance and disseminate comparative biomedical knowledge in an environment of interdisciplinary collaboration.
Tenure/Tenure Track? Yes % Research 30-40 % Teaching 35-45 % Service 20-30 % Administration 0 To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 01/06/2025 Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date Position End Date 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 Tenure-Track Faculty Appointment in Veterinary Communication at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. We seek applications from communication scholars or healthcare professionals with exemplary communication and facilitation skills, passion for student-centered teaching and coaching, a record of health communication research and publication, and strong interpersonal skills. This faculty member will join the Veterinary Communication for Professional Excellence (VCPE) team. The faculty members will implement and evolve 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 an internationally recognized model among veterinary colleges and received accolades from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Education. Additionally valued is the faculty member’s contribution of qualitative or quantitative veterinary communication-related research to advance a burgeoning field.
A signing bonus may be considered for eligible successful candidates.
Responsibilities
The distribution of teaching, research and service is negotiable based on the candidate’s rank and background.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Required Job Qualifications
Assistant Professor
- Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DVM, MD, or DNP) and
- Completion of specialty board certification or a three-year post-doctoral research fellowship in higher education, professional development, healthcare settings or related fields. Equivalent experience assessing communication, clinical, or educational outcomes will be considered.
- Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DVM, MD, or DNP) and
- Completion of specialty board certification or a three-year post-doctoral research fellowship in higher education, professional development, healthcare settings or related fields plus five years of experience at the Assistant Professor rank or equivalent, and
- National recognition for their research scholarship and expertise in their professional field.
- Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DVM, MD, or DNP) and
- Completion of specialty board certification or a three-year post-doctoral research fellowship in higher education, professional development, healthcare settings or related fields plus five years of experience at the Associate Professor rank or equivalent, and
- International recognition for their research scholarship and expertise in their professional field.
All Ranks
- Content expertise in veterinarian-client-patient or provider-patient interactions.
- Familiarity with experiential learning, adult learning theory, reflective practice, and curriculum or workshop design.
- Student and relationship-centered epistemological approach.
- Commitment and ability to implement an existing curriculum infrastructure.
- Facilitation skills, communication coaching, or workshop delivery.
- Strong instructional record based on student, participant, or peer evaluations.
- Qualitative or quantitative communication research experience.
- Evidence of collaboration in research projects, grant writing, and building partnerships.
- Publication history in health communication, education, or related fields.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.
Candidate will need to supply a Resume/CV and cover letter that address the required and preferred qualifications, your commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, your teaching and your research experience in the cover letter.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Search Contact Savannah Martin savannah.martin3@colostate.edu
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category Teaching Duty/Responsibility
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 and recruiting and training coaches and simulated clients. This includes communicating with the Center for Advancing Professional Excellence (CAPE) regarding the needs for simulated clients and addressing concerns regarding simulated client performance.
- Assist in coordinating additional training courses and workshops, some of which may be held on evenings or weekends.
- Balance creating a healthy, compassionate, and supportive environment, while setting clear expectations for student accountability.
Continuing Education (FRANK® And Communication Coaching Skills Workshops)
- Coordinate, instruct, and coach for approximately 5 veterinary communication continuing education workshops annually. Some workshops are hosted in the evening or on weekends.
- Deliver professional development workshops for veterinary faculty, practitioner coaches, and simulated clients. Provide continued support, feedback, and sustain relationships with communication coaches and simulated clients.
- Serve on department, college, and university committees.
- Sustain the program budget and collaborate with department accounting.
- Onboard, recruit, support, mentor, and supervise colleagues.
- Ensure quality assurance of communication curriculum and continuing education offerings.
- Maintain relationships with program industry partners, practice groups, and program donors.
- Build and maintain relationships with industry partners, individual, corporate, or large practice groups, and veterinary organizations to provide communication training.
- Conduct qualitative or quantitative health communication research.
- Apply for internal or external (e.g., industry partner) education or research grants to support investigational efforts.
- Contribute to peer-reviewed literature on health communication, education, or related fields.
- Present at health communication, education, or related field conferences.
- Collaborate with colleagues in health communication, education, and related fields within and outside of Colorado State University.
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested 3 Maximum Requested 3
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume or CV
Salary : $200,000
