Description
Applications are invited for Sessional Instructor positions in the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine for the 2026-2027 academic year. The positions involve participation in clinical skills, clinical presentations, clinical or practicum rotation, and discipline courses in the DVM program.
UCVM's DVM program combines a comprehensive general veterinary education with enhanced opportunities in selected areas. The integrated core-elective curriculum combines discipline-based courses with extensive on-campus and off campus practical learning. UCVM uses a distributed veterinary learning community including public and private practice partners to deliver its fourth-year practicum program. Descriptions of the Faculty and its departments can be found on the UCVM website: https://vet.ucalgary.ca/.
Sessional faculty positions are available for the following topics:
ABVMA
Behavior - Equine
Behavior - Small Animal
Bovine BSE & Preg Check
Bovine Handling
Bovine Nutrition - Beef Cattle
Bovine Physical Exam & Ultrasound
Bovine Respiratory - Dairy Cattle
Camelids Selected Topics
CFIA
Exotic Animals Nutrition
Exotics Selected Topics
Large Animal Anesthesia
Large Animal Surgery
Outbreak Investigation
Poultry Health
Poultry Nutrition
Small Animal Anesthesia
Small Animal Diagnostics
Small Animal Emergency & Critical Care
Small Animal Rotation
Small Animal Surgery
Small Ruminant Selected Topics
Small Ruminant Handling
Small Ruminant Theriogenology
Swine Health
Swine Nutrition
Swine Pathogens
Swine Theriogenology
Veterinary Anesthesia
Veterinary Anesthesia & Therapeutics
Veterinary Communication
CUPS Communication Coaching
Veterinary Dermatology
Veterinary Ophthalmology
Veterinary Parasitology
Veterinary Pharmacology/Toxicology
Veterinary Physiology
Veterinary Radiology
Wildlife
Wildlife Field Medicine
Zoo Animals
Willingness and ability to travel to participate in teaching experiences is required in many instances, with teaching taking place in person at the Foothills Campus, Spy Hill Campus, or in the field. Teaching assignments may range from a 0.01 to 4.0 half course equivalents.
Qualifications include a DVM degree, with appropriate expertise in the designated area. Appropriate expertise may include an advanced degree, board certification, or equivalent clinical experience in the designated area.
Interested individuals should attach the following documents to their online application:New applicants must submit by applying online via the 'Apply Now' link:
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Cover letter (Please include all courses of interest in the cover letter, highlighting specific relevant expertise or experience)
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Up-to-date curriculum vitae
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Three written letters of reference
Returning applicants please include the following by applying online via the 'Apply Now' link:
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Updated CV
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Specific, named session(s) of interest and/or qualification
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Most recent term of U of C employment and course(s) taught
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List of all sessions applicant would be interested in teaching
All applicants must apply online on the University of Calgary Careers website.The deadline for applications is April 30, 2027.
While we accept all applications for these vacancies, we may have candidates with the right of first refusal as per Article 23.12.1 of the University of Calgary Faculty Association's Collective Agreement. The amount of remuneration is calculated according to the Collective Agreement, Schedule B. Please see the Faculty Association's website for further information regarding conditions of employment and remuneration.
We thank all applicants in advance for submitting their application.Applications are reviewed upon submission. Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture ([email protected]).
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)
The terms and conditions of this appointment, including salary, are governed by the collective agreement between the Faculty Association of the University of Calgary and the Governors of the University of Calgary. Detailed information is available here.
For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, click here.
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
With a growing urban Indigenous population of approximately 50,000 people, there are several Indigenous organizations and many events and ceremonies taking place in the city throughout the year.
