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The Department of Veterinary Clinical and Life Sciences (VCLS) in the Utah State University College of Veterinary Medicine (USU CVM) is seeking a faculty member in clinical pathology. Any rank in the tenure or non-tenure (professional practice faculty) tracks will be considered, depending on qualifications and experience of the successful applicant. The position is flexible and includes 50% teaching, 45% clinical diagnostic service, and 5% service. Part-time appointments are also a possibility. The clinical diagnostic service role is provided through the Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UVDL). The UVDL is a cooperative effort by USU and the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food and is accredited by the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD). Evaluation of candidates will begin August 30, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. This is a fully funded fiscal year (12-month) appointment with a flexible start date, preferentially by January 1, 2027.
The USU CVM was founded in 2022 and received a letter of reasonable assurance of accreditation from the AVMA COE in 2025 to admit its inaugural class of 40 students in the fall of 2025 and support a class size of 80 veterinary students in subsequent years. This position is eligible for excellent benefits, including 13 paid holidays, 22 vacation days/year, competitive health benefits packages, and a generous 14.2% contribution to retirement. In addition, up to 4 days/month may be used for consulting work.
Responsibilities:
Teaching:
- Contribute to the design, development, and delivery of veterinary medical instruction in the DVM degree curriculum, including lecture and laboratory instruction in clinical pathology to veterinary students.
- Train veterinary pathology and clinical pathology residents and graduate students.
Extension - clinical diagnostic service at the UVDL:
- Perform veterinary diagnostic laboratory duties as clinical pathologist and veterinary medical diagnostician.
- Provide medical interpretations of data generated by laboratory technicians in your section and summarize cases wherein laboratory data is generated from more than one section.
- Document laboratory medical findings by photographic and written reports.
- Communicate, both orally and in writing, laboratory findings to submitting veterinarians, animal owners, public health officials, and regulatory personnel.
- Provide clinical pathology support to USU researchers.
- Demonstrate scholarship in veterinary laboratory diagnostic medicine by publishing case reports, reviews, etc. in peer-reviewed journals.
- Participate in maintaining laboratory accreditation.
- Additional duties that support the overall mission of the UVDL.
Service:
- Contribute to the department, college, university, and profession through service (e.g., serve on graduate student, curriculum, hiring, and admissions committees).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent degree.
- Board certification (or board eligibility) in clinical pathology by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP), or European College of Veterinary Clinical Pathology (ECVCP). For board eligible individuals, time will be allowed for board preparation.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as a team member in a collaborative setting.
- The successful candidate must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, to ensure clear interactions with clients, colleagues, and the veterinary healthcare team.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Evidence of excellent teaching performance in a professional veterinary curriculum and/or graduate student academic environment.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS for rank of associate professor or professor:
- Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and mentoring students and/or clinical residents; and demonstrated record of scholarly activity in diagnostic clinical pathology.
- Substantial track record of scholarly activity in the area of clinical pathology research or development and/or veterinary education.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
Along with the online application, please attach:
1. Curriculum vitae to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV".
2. Cover letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10".
3. Statement of teaching philosophy and methods to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10".
4. Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile.
Document size may not exceed 10 MB.
SALARY:
Commensurate with experience.
ADA:
Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.
COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS:
The Assistant Professor Clinical Pathology will be joining the CVM at an exciting point of transformation. In 2022, the state of Utah approved the creation of a full four-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree program at USU. The CVM has received approval through its accrediting agency, the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education, to admit its inaugural class of 40 students in the fall of 2025, and cohorts of 80 veterinary students in subsequent years. The new college is the only veterinary medical education program in Utah. The CVM is dedicated to providing top-tier education and training to the next generation of veterinarians. Our program emphasizes hands-on learning, innovative teaching methods, and a commitment to excellence in veterinary care. Join our dynamic team and contribute to shaping the future of veterinary medicine.
UNIVERSITY HIGHLIGHTS:
Founded in 1888, USU is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact. USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state. Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025–26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service. USU is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023.
USU offers a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION:
In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, USU does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. USU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law. USU does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities. In all circumstances, USU follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Veterinary Clinical and Life Sciences (VCLS) in the Utah State University College of Veterinary Medicine (USU CVM) is seeking a faculty member in clinical pathology. Any rank in the tenure or non-tenure (professional practice faculty) tracks will be considered, depending on qualifications and experience of the successful applicant. The position is flexible and includes 50% teaching, 45% clinical diagnostic service, and 5% service. Part-time appointments are also a possibility. The clinical diagnostic service role is provided through the Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UVDL). The UVDL is a cooperative effort by USU and the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food and is accredited by the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD). Evaluation of candidates will begin August 30, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. This is a fully funded fiscal year (12-month) appointment with a flexible start date, preferentially by January 1, 2027.
The USU CVM was founded in 2022 and received a letter of reasonable assurance of accreditation from the AVMA COE in 2025 to admit its inaugural class of 40 students in the fall of 2025 and support a class size of 80 veterinary students in subsequent years. This position is eligible for excellent benefits, including 13 paid holidays, 22 vacation days/year, competitive health benefits packages, and a generous 14.2% contribution to retirement. In addition, up to 4 days/month may be used for consulting work.
Responsibilities:
Teaching:
- Contribute to the design, development, and delivery of veterinary medical instruction in the DVM degree curriculum, including lecture and laboratory instruction in clinical pathology to veterinary students.
- Train veterinary pathology and clinical pathology residents and graduate students.
Extension - clinical diagnostic service at the UVDL:
- Perform veterinary diagnostic laboratory duties as clinical pathologist and veterinary medical diagnostician.
- Provide medical interpretations of data generated by laboratory technicians in your section and summarize cases wherein laboratory data is generated from more than one section.
- Document laboratory medical findings by photographic and written reports.
- Communicate, both orally and in writing, laboratory findings to submitting veterinarians, animal owners, public health officials, and regulatory personnel.
- Provide clinical pathology support to USU researchers.
- Demonstrate scholarship in veterinary laboratory diagnostic medicine by publishing case reports, reviews, etc. in peer-reviewed journals.
- Participate in maintaining laboratory accreditation.
- Additional duties that support the overall mission of the UVDL.
Service:
- Contribute to the department, college, university, and profession through service (e.g., serve on graduate student, curriculum, hiring, and admissions committees).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent degree.
- Board certification (or board eligibility) in clinical pathology by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP), or European College of Veterinary Clinical Pathology (ECVCP). For board eligible individuals, time will be allowed for board preparation.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as a team member in a collaborative setting.
- The successful candidate must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, to ensure clear interactions with clients, colleagues, and the veterinary healthcare team.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Evidence of excellent teaching performance in a professional veterinary curriculum and/or graduate student academic environment.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS for rank of associate professor or professor:
- Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and mentoring students and/or clinical residents; and demonstrated record of scholarly activity in diagnostic clinical pathology.
- Substantial track record of scholarly activity in the area of clinical pathology research or development and/or veterinary education.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
Along with the online application, please attach:
1. Curriculum vitae to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV".
2. Cover letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10".
3. Statement of teaching philosophy and methods to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10".
4. Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile.
Document size may not exceed 10 MB.
SALARY:
Commensurate with experience.
ADA:
Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.
COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS:
The Assistant Professor Clinical Pathology will be joining the CVM at an exciting point of transformation. In 2022, the state of Utah approved the creation of a full four-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree program at USU. The CVM has received approval through its accrediting agency, the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education, to admit its inaugural class of 40 students in the fall of 2025, and cohorts of 80 veterinary students in subsequent years. The new college is the only veterinary medical education program in Utah. The CVM is dedicated to providing top-tier education and training to the next generation of veterinarians. Our program emphasizes hands-on learning, innovative teaching methods, and a commitment to excellence in veterinary care. Join our dynamic team and contribute to shaping the future of veterinary medicine.
UNIVERSITY HIGHLIGHTS:
Founded in 1888, USU is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact. USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state. Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025–26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service. USU is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023.
USU offers a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION:
In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, USU does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. USU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law. USU does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities. In all circumstances, USU follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:
Tips for Finding Professor Jobs at Utah State University
Align your CV to U.S. academic standards
U.S. faculty CVs differ from international formats. List teaching experience, publications, grants, and service commitments separately. Hiring committees at Utah State review these categories closely when assessing whether a candidate meets specialty occupation standards for H-1B filing.
Target departments with active research funding
Departments with active federal grants, such as those in STEM or agriculture, hire international faculty more regularly. Check Utah State's College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences or the College of Engineering for open searches that historically support sponsored positions.
Clarify sponsorship intent before the offer stage
Ask the search committee directly whether the position is approved for H-1B or PERM sponsorship. Some Utah State departments route sponsorship through university HR centrally, so knowing who handles it early prevents delays after an offer is extended.
Understand the PERM timeline for tenure-track roles
Tenure-track Professor roles often qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship via PERM. The DOL's PERM process typically takes 12 to 18 months before an I-140 can be filed, so start the green card conversation with HR soon after your first H-1B is approved.
Browse Professor openings on Migrate Mate
Filtering by sponsorship history saves significant time in your search. Migrate Mate lets you identify Utah State University Professor roles where visa sponsorship has been documented, so you apply to positions with a real pathway rather than guessing.
Prepare your J-1 waiver documentation early if applicable
If you are currently on a J-1 exchange visitor visa with a two-year home residency requirement, securing a waiver is a prerequisite before Utah State can file an H-1B on your behalf. Contact USCIS or your home country's embassy well before accepting an offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Utah State University sponsor H-1B visas for Professors?
Yes, Utah State University sponsors H-1B visas for Professor roles. Faculty positions in specialty fields, including those requiring a specific advanced degree, typically meet the specialty occupation standard required for H-1B approval. Sponsorship is generally coordinated through the university's Office of Human Resources, and the process begins after a formal offer is extended.
How do I apply for Professor jobs at Utah State University?
Open faculty positions are posted on Utah State University's official careers portal. You'll submit a cover letter, a U.S.-formatted academic CV, teaching and research statements, and contact information for references. Some searches also require a diversity statement. Migrate Mate also lists Utah State Professor openings with sponsorship context, which can help you prioritize which roles to pursue.
Which visa types does Utah State University commonly use for Professor roles?
Utah State University uses several visa pathways for international faculty. H-1B is the most common for full-time Professor roles. J-1 visa is frequently used for visiting faculty and postdoctoral researchers. TN visas are available for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying academic occupations. For long-term faculty, the university may sponsor EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card petitions through the PERM labor certification process.
What qualifications does Utah State University expect for Professor positions?
Requirements vary by department and rank, but tenure-track Professor roles typically require a completed doctoral degree in a relevant field. Assistant Professor candidates are expected to demonstrate an active research agenda and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Senior ranks require a record of publication, grant funding, and service. For H-1B purposes, your degree must align specifically with the duties of the posted role.
How do I time the visa process when accepting a Professor offer at Utah State University?
H-1B petitions for Professor roles must be filed with USCIS before your intended start date, and cap-subject petitions are only accepted starting April 1 for an October 1 start. If you are transitioning from F-1 OPT or CPT, confirm your OPT expiration date and whether a cap-exempt filing applies. Discuss the timeline with Utah State HR as early as possible to avoid gaps in work authorization.