Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Research, Veterinary Medicine

Rocky Vista University in Billings, MT has an opening for a

Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Research, Veterinary Medicine

(Full-Time)

We are looking for someone to help establish the Montana College of Veterinary Medicine, a branch campus of Rocky Vista University.

To be considered for this position applicants should submit a resume/cover letter and salary requirements on our Careers page at www.rvu.edu.

SALARY:

$195,500 to $230,000+ per year, depending on rank and experience. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill, knowledge, experience, education, and credentials. Specifically, Faculty salary is determined by these factors as well as Faculty Rank which will be determined by the RVU Rank and Promotion committee

BENEFITS:

RVU offers a full benefits package that includes 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision insurance, along with 2 weeks (minimum) accrued paid vacation days per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, personal days, 13 ½ paid holidays and 401(K) match up to 7% based on employee’s contribution. Join us in an environment where in-office work is the primary focus, complemented by hybrid work flexibility for eligible positions.

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence: We are Rocky Vista University (RVU), a diverse, equitable, and inclusive healthcare education university that recognizes, values, and respects the commonalities and differences reflected in our students, staff, faculty, and alumni. We strive to be compassionate healthcare educators and practitioners who embrace and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion.

RVU is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Research has oversight of all aspects of the professional DVM curriculum including delivery, support, and assessment; and all aspects of the College's Research Program including facilities, funding, and collaborations. On the Academic Affairs side, this includes curriculum management, educational facilities, faculty support within the curriculum, student academic support and services, outcome assessment relative to curriculum and students' academic performance, and instructional educational technology applications. On the Research side, this includes providing strategic direction for research activities, developing and maintaining state-of-the-art research facilities and infrastructure as well as fostering collaboration within RVU and outwardly with other institutions and industry partners to enhance research capabilities and opportunities.

• Administration and Management of Professional Education to include the development of the annual operational budget for allocation of instructional funds to permit the College to accomplish its goals and strategically plan for new and innovative educational programs that enhance the learning and competence of the DVM students.
• Curriculum Management to include administration and support for the professional DVM curriculum to ensure that the curriculum is innovative, dynamic and grounded on best practices in educational methodologies and technologies that meet all relevant Standards for Accreditation.
• Faculty Instructional Support to enable faculty to meet the teaching mission such as new faculty onboarding along with the provision of educational workshops and faculty development opportunities.
• Student Learning Support in coordination with the Associate Dean for Student Affairs to ensure student success in the DVM curriculum through academic counseling, provision of accommodations and leave, tutoring, and crisis management/referral.
• Outcomes Assessment oversight, in collaboration with dedicated University Services, for the development and implementation of outcomes assessment processes to collect and utilize data to evaluate the curriculum and student academic services, faculty teaching effort, student didactic and clinical competence and performance, and alumni satisfaction and success.
• Research Program Duties are to provide strategic direction and leadership for research activities including the development and implementation of initiatives to enhance the research integrity and profile of the institution.

• Track record of leadership on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for faculty, staff and students.
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience specifically in regard to undergraduate veterinary medical education and research.
• Demonstrate knowledge of core competencies, entrustable professional activities, and other veterinary medical educational milestones.
• Demonstrate time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate ability to address problems appropriately and efficiently.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and established experience in public speaking and writing.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use of computers, electronics, and software (Microsoft products, PDF, etc.) commensurate with the modern work environment.
• Demonstrate proficiency and professionalism in video conferencing, speaking, and teaching.
• Involvement with state or national organizations.

• DVM from an accredited institution.
• Seven (7) - ten (10) years of high-level Veterinary leadership experience such as managing faculty affairs, curriculum design, and research oversight.
• Seven (7) - ten (10) years held positions such as Department Chair or Assistant Dean or equivalent and managed multiple veterinary-related employees.
• Five (5) - ten (10) years of demonstrated experience with AVMA COE accreditation processes.
• Three (3) - five (5) years of demonstrated Leadership experience in professional organizations.