Associate Dean for Professional Programs, Lyon College School of Veterinary Medicine

Company: Lyon College
Location: Cabot
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: Competitive Overview The Lyon College School of Veterinary Medicine seeks a dynamic and collaborativeleader to serve as Associate Dean for Professional Programs. This is a uniqueopportunity to help reimagine veterinary medical education and design a curriculum andculture that prepare graduates to thrive in a rapidly changing profession. This role is primarily administrative, with opportunities for teaching, research/ innovation, andoutreach/service. Rank Full-time appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. Qualifications Required DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary school. Preferred Advanced degree and/or board certification in relevant AVBS recognized specialty. Demonstrated experience in veterinary medical education. Prior high-level academic administrative experience. Proven leadership in educational and/or professional settings. Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes Expertise in professional education with knowledge of andragogy and pedagogy. Commitment to engaging, student-centered teaching and learning. Strong record of creativity, innovation, and academic leadership. Enthusiasm for building programs and creating professional networks. Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Dedication to animal welfare, human-animal interaction, and community service. Responsibilities Serve on the LCSVM Executive Council. Lead the processes for LCSVM accreditation by the AVMA Council on Education. Oversee curriculum design, delivery, assessment and continual improvement. Direct student admissions, mentoring, evaluation, and academic support. Foster a collegial, forward-thinking culture. Oversee creation, implementation, evolution, and preservation of effective assessments of students, courses, and curriculum. Contribute to teaching, scholarship, professional and community service. Work Environment: At LCSVM, youll be part of something new, bold, and exciting. Our campus is in Cabot, Arkansas, which is located within the greater metropolitan area of Little Rock.Co-located with Cabot Animal Support Servicesa national model for shelter medicineand community engagement students will enjoy a vibrant, hands-on clinical learning environment where course material meets real world application. As a private institution, Lyon College offers the advantage of nimbleness in pursuingand driving innovation. This is a rare chance to help build a veterinary school from theground upideal for someone who enjoys fresh ideas and making a lasting impact. Allfaculty positions will be non-tenure track within a rolling contract system in a flexible environment that rewards creativity, innovation and risk taking, individually andcollectively. About Lyon College Founded in 1872, Lyon College is one of the oldest institutions of higher education inArkansas and is recognized as a U.S. News World Report Top Tier national liberalarts college and one of Forbes Americas Top Colleges. The College offersexceptional preparation in STEM, business, the arts, and health sciences and is home to the Lyon College Institute of Health Sciences, which includes new schools ofveterinary medicine in Cabot and dental medicine in Little Rock. Application Process Interested candidates should apply electronically at www.lyon.edu/employment. Reviewof the applications will continue until the position is filled. To learn more about LyonCollege, visit www.lyon.edu. Equal Opportunity Statement Lyon College does not discriminate with respect to the hiring of applicants or withrespect to the terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of race, color,religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. It is the continuingpolicy of Lyon College to comply with any applicable state and federal law regarding equal employment opportunities.

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