Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:

Position Information
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) School of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a full-time, 12-month,tenure track faculty position as Assistant/Associate Professor – Research. The primary emphasis of this position is on research and scholarly activity. The faculty member is responsible for developing, leading, and sustaining an independent and/or collaborative research program that advances veterinary medicine, biomedical sciences, animal health, public health, agricultural sciences, and One Health initiatives aligned with the mission of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES). This position supports UMES’s 1890 land-grant mission through research excellence, student mentorship, and strategic growth of the School of Veterinary Medicine’s research enterprise.

Salary Information
Salary range: $100,000 – $160,000 annually, commensurate with academic rank and experience.

Benefits:
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, as a University System of Maryland institution and a Maryland State agency, provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular faculty and staff. The Office of Employee Benefits provides consultative services and assistance with benefits planning, enrollment, and changes. Eligible employees may participate in a variety of benefit plans including:

• Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employees
and dependents offered
through the State of Maryland Employee Benefits Division.
• Prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and vision
coverage
• Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or an
Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental Retirement
Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP- Nationwide) with $600 annual state
match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM
sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance).
• Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USM
policies, spouses and dependents at University System of Maryland
institutions.
• Leave benefits, including paid annual (22 days per year) and sick leave (15
days), personal leave
(3 days per year) and paid holidays.
• Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State of
Maryland wellness programs.

Essential Responsibilities
• Develop and sustain an independent, externally funded research program
aligned with School strategic priorities.
• Secure competitive extramural funding (e.g., NIH, USDA, NSF, DoD, FDA,
foundations, industry).
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals and present at
regional, national, and international conferences.
• Collaborate with faculty across UMES schools and external institutions to
advance interdisciplinary research initiatives.
• Mentor DVM and graduate students in research design, data analysis,
scientific writing, and dissemination of findings.
• Serve as major advisor or committee member for graduate students, as
applicable.
• Contribute to the professional curriculum through lectures or courses in
research methods, evidence-based medicine, epidemiology, or related
areas.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, federal, and state research
regulations (IACUC, IRB, biosafety, data security).
• Participate in development of research infrastructure, laboratory resources,
and accreditation- related activities.
• Teach veterinary foundational biomedical sciences course in the DVM
curriculum.
• Serve on School and University committees and engage in professional
service activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the School and University
mission.

Required Qualifications
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD), PhD, or equivalent doctoral
degree in veterinary medicine, biomedical sciences, animal sciences, public
health, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed scholarly productivity.
• Evidence of securing or strong potential to secure extramural research
funding.
• Commitment to mentoring students and fostering an inclusive academic
environment.

Preferences: (Qualifications)
• Established record of independent federal funding (for Associate rank).
• Specialty board certification by the AVMA Board of Specialists (if
applicable).
• Experience in translational, clinical, agricultural, population health,
infectious disease, food animal, comparative medicine, or One Health
research.
• Experience supervising students or postdoctoral scholars.
• Demonstrated interdisciplinary and collaborative research experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of contemporary laboratory principles and diagnostic
methodologies.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a developing research program.
• Must be able to meet institutional safety and biosafety standards.

Physical Demands:
• May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at
desk.
• May require lifting.
• Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and
internally.
• Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Additional Job Details

Department

UMES-SVM- School of Veterinary Medicine

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Regular

Salary Range

$100,000 - $160,000

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.