Campus
OSU-Stillwater
Contact Name & Email
Carey Jo Warner, carey.warner@okstate.edu
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.
Appointment Length
Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
Hiring Range
Commensurate with education and experience
Priority Application Date
While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by 8/17/2026 to ensure full consideration.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application materials, which should include a letter indicating the applicant’s interest, experience and qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae, and a list of three references with phone and email contact information.
About this Position
The Oklahoma State University (OSU), College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is seeking to fill the position of Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs (ADASA).
The ADASA will provide administrative leadership, vision, and oversight of the college’s veterinary medical education program. The specific duties and responsibilities of this position include the following:
- Oversight and management of the pre-clinical and clinical professional curriculum
- Curriculum outcomes assessment and visionary guidance of curricular advancements including course-level reviews, annual curriculum assessments, and holistic curriculum review processes
- Veterinary medical student outreach, recruitment, and admissions processes
- AVMA Council on Education Accreditation process
- Alignment with Higher Learning Commission accreditation processes
- Maintenance and management of students and agreements with external veterinary programs
- Veterinary Medical Library services and Educational Technology advancements and supports
- Tracking and reporting individualized and holistic student performance and outcomes assessments in the Professional Degree program
- Student affairs, policies around student affairs, and student wellness support
- Student academic advising, mentorship, and tutoring programs
- Planning for and managing educational Awards and Scholarships
- Orientation programs and other student-centered events, including graduation and professional coating ceremonies
The individual will supervise directors of the Offices of Student Academic Services, Curriculum and Educational Support, Clinical Services, Clinical Skills, and Wellness Programs.
Eligible applicants must hold a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent degree. Individuals with significant educational and academic leadership experience in a college or school of veterinary medicine are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional requirements for this position include a documented commitment to excellence in professional veterinary medical education, support of professional education, a clear understanding of issues related to student wellness, and a willingness to lead innovative educational programs. The ADASA is a member of the Veterinary Administrative Council and reports directly to the Dean of the CVM on all matters related to academic and student affairs.
Applicants should have sufficient experience and accomplishments for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor in either a clinical or a tenure-track position. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a successful candidate is identified. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by August 17, 2026.
Applicants are requested to submit a letter of interest, a resume, a statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information (name, address, e-mail address, telephone) for three professional references. More information about the college is available at department is available at https://vetmed.okstate.edu/. Salary is commensurate with experience/qualifications.
For more information about the position, contact: Dean Richard Prather, richard.prather@okstate.edu.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications