Research Associate Professor/Research Assistant Professor, Veterinary Practice

Prairie View A&M University

Research Associate Professor/Research Assistant Professor, Veterinary Practice

Job Title
Research Associate Professor/Research Assistant Professor, Veterinary Practice

Agency
Prairie View A&M University

Department
Cooperative Agricultural Research Center

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Prairie View, Texas

Job Type
Faculty

Job Description

Prairie View A&M University invites applications for a Research Assistant/Associate Professor of Veterinary Practice within the College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. This grant-funded position supports PVAMU's mission to advance agricultural research, education, and service through innovative veterinary care and collaborative research with farm animals. The successful candidate will lead veterinary health programs, contribute to multidisciplinary research, and support teaching and service initiatives. Continued employment is contingent upon renewal of external funding.

This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.

The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities:

Research

• Conduct original research in animal health, reproduction, nutrition, welfare, and related.
• Develop compelling research proposals to garner funding from external sources
• Collaborate with researchers at CAFNR especially with those in the Animal Systems Research Group and external partners.
• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at national conferences.

Veterinary Services & Animal Care

• Develop and manage herd health programs for goats, cattle, and poultry.
• Oversee veterinary protocols including vaccinations, disease testing, and regulatory compliance.
• Supervise veterinary staff and ensure adherence to USDA and IACUC standards.
• Maintain best practices in animal husbandry, biosecurity, and zoonosis prevention.

Teaching & Institutional Service

• Mentor students in veterinary care and in research.
• Co-teach and contribute guest lectures in veterinary and animal science courses.
• Participate in college-wide committees, outreach, and training programs.
• Maintain professional licensure and engage in continuing education. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) or equivalent.
• Minimum two years of clinical or research experience, or completion of a veterinary residency.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations governing animals in research.
• Knowledge of Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) requirements.
• Knowledge of veterinary health care practices and reproductive technologies.
• Knowledge of newly developed and advanced treatment techniques relevant to agricultural species.
• Ability to multitask and collaborate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and stakeholders.
• Strong verbal, written, and scientific communication skills, including the ability to develop research proposals and manuscripts.
• Ability to maintain veterinary professional status through ongoing continuing education and current knowledge of veterinary medicine.

Required Registrations, Certifications, & Licenses:

• Eligible for Texas Veterinary Licensure or willingness to obtain within 18 months.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in agricultural species and herd health management.
• Familiarity with USDA regulations and CITI training.
• Demonstrated success in securing research funding.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Other Requirements:

• Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

Job Posting Close Date:

• 03/01/2026

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.


To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PVAMU_External/job/Prairie-View-TX/Research-Associate-Professor-Research-Assistant-Professor--Veterinary-Practice_R-089089-1?workerSubType=0e1cd8ed3502012ddf607157e74b7d04&workerSubType=0e1cd8ed35020103f9b47257e74b7f04&workerSubType=0e1cd8ed350201da3af87057e74b7c04&workerSubType=0e1cd8ed35020108df607157e74b7e04

About Us
For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service.

PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit www.pvamu.edu. Your career opportunities with a “University of the first class” begins here!

Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730.








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