Description

We are seeking an outstanding anatomist for the position of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor 
of Teaching in Anatomical Sciences to join our faculty in the Department of Anatomy, 
Physiology, and Cell Biology in the UC Davis Weill School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM). 
Professor of Teaching in Anatomical Science faculty are Academic Senate faculty members whose 
expertise and responsibilities center on instruction in veterinary anatomy, and scholarly activities in 
anatomical science and/or pedagogy. 
A DVM (or equivalent veterinary degree), M.D. or Ph.D. with advanced knowledge and demonstrated 
aptitude/experience in gross anatomy instruction required. An individual with experience teaching 
human anatomy would be considered if there is strong evidence that such skills could be transferred 
to the instruction of clinical veterinary anatomy. A documented scholarly record or potential to develop 
innovative scholarly activities in anatomy and/or pedagogy is required. Demonstrated excellence in 
teaching is required for appointment at the Associate or Professor rank. The individual must possess 
excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to work with others in a 
collegial atmosphere. Preferred qualifications include documented success in the following areas: 
teaching large classes of 150 or more students, use of evidence-based teaching practices, 
development/use of modern anatomical instructional technologies, the ability to identify and develop 
effective teaching strategies, and demonstrated work advancing the pedagogy of anatomy.

Requirements

Minimum: (required at time of application) 
Candidates must possess a DVM (or equivalent veterinary degree), M.D. or Ph.D. with advanced 
knowledge and demonstrated aptitude/experience in gross anatomy instruction. 
A documented scholarly record or potential to develop innovative scholarly activities in anatomy 
and/or pedagogy is required. 
Demonstrated excellence in teaching is required for appointment at the Associate or Professor 
ranks 
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to work 
cooperatively and collegially within a diverse community. 
Preferred qualifications (other preferred, but not required, qualifications for the position) 
A veterinary medical degree (DVM or equivalent) 
Documented success in the following areas: teaching large classes of 150 or more students, use of 
evidence-based teaching practices, development/use of modern anatomical instructional 
technologies, the ability to identify and develop effective teaching strategies, and demonstrated 
work advancing the pedagogy of anatomy.