Job Description

About Murray State
Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.
About Murray State Benefits
Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Type of Employment Regular Full-Time
If Part Time, Enter Hours Per Week
Work Location Murray, KY
Employment Term Academic Year
Position Type Faculty (Tenure-Track)
Department Animal Health Technology/Pre-Vet
Anticipated Start Date August 2026
Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities
Teach at least four undergraduate or graduate courses per semester in the Veterinary Sciences program, advisement of students in their academic programs, assist in faculty advisement of the Veterinary Technology/Pre-Veterinary Medicine Club, assist/advise and work closely with University farm animal laboratory operations, and participate in relevant community/university service activities. Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to engage in a focused program of scholarly activity resulting in peer-reviewed publications and presentations. Participation in professional and clinical development activities and service/leadership to the Huston School, university, industry and state and national professional organizations will be expected.
Minimum Education Requirements
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from an accredited program.
Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements
Licensed to practice or eligible to apply to practice Veterinary medicine in the State of Kentucky is required. Demonstrated competence in the area of Veterinary Science is required. The ability to teach and work in a multidisciplinary School of Agriculture in a collegial manner is expected.
Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications
Previous teaching experience at the college level preferred. Successful experience in mixed animal Veterinary Practice Operations preferred.