Faculty and Staff
The College of Veterinary Medicine is currently under the leadership of Dean John Tegzes, MA, VMD, Dipl. ABVT. Our distinguished faculty and administrative staff, listed below, are the backbone of our college, contributing their knowledge and passion to shape the future of veterinary medicine. Contact information for each member can be found here, allowing you to connect and engage with our dedicated team.
To delve deeper into the backgrounds of select faculty and staff, click on their names for additional information.
Faculty & Staff
Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on your success. We embrace a culture of inclusive teamwork, where faculty, staff, and administrators work together to ensure our students are well-prepared to deliver expert, inclusive, and value-based care.
With a diverse community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators who thrive in a humanistic healthcare education environment, we create a nurturing and supportive atmosphere. Graduating from our institution means more than just academic achievements; it means forging deep, personal relationships within the University community. At Western University of Health Sciences, we are committed to empowering you for a fulfilling and impactful career in veterinary medicine. Find out more about our amazing team by using the links below:
Join Our Team At WesternU CVM
At the College of Veterinary Medicine, we’re dedicated to inspiring future professionals and advancing knowledge to serve society. If you’re driven by passion and a desire to make a transformative impact, join us in shaping the future of compassionate and innovative veterinary care. Together, let’s unleash our potential and create a meaningful difference.
Research Assistant
The STRIDE Lab (Strategies for Targeting Resistant Infectious Disease and Evasion) / Kumar Lab seeks a highly motivated Research Assistant to support translational research focused on microbial pathogenicity, biofilm biology, antimicrobial resistance, and pharmacological intervention strategies relevant to both veterinary and comparative biomedical health.
The Research Assistant will contribute to key microbiological, molecular, and pharmacological research initiatives examining fungal and bacterial biofilms, host–pathogen interactions, and resistance-modifying therapeutic approaches. The position requires strong laboratory skills, attention to detail, scientific rigor, and the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative research environment.
Operations Coordinator
The Operations Coordinator supports the College of Veterinary Medicine. This individual will be relied on to provide accurate data and assist in the execution of various short, medium, and long-term projects as deemed necessary to carry out the mission of the College and University.
Position reports to the Assistant Director of Operations for the College of Veterinary Medicine.
Registered Veterinary Technician POOL
This is a continuous recruitment for an application pool to fill – full time hourly Registered Veterinary Technicians on an as-needed basis. Applications are accepted year-round and will remain in the pool.
To support clinical teaching and service in the curriculum and public practice of the College of Veterinary Medicine
Executive Assistant
The Executive Assistant provides high-level support to the College of Veterinary Medicine Dean and leadership team. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the leadership office. The Executive Assistant exercises sound judgment, demonstrates a level of professionalism, maintains confidentiality, and contributes to the effectiveness and efficiency of the College’s leadership team.
Administrative Assistant III
This individual will provide administrative support for years 3 and 4 for the CVM curriculum. This individual will also provide general clerical support to years 3 and 4 Rotation Coordinators and manage documents, schedules, and on-line resources.
Assistant Professor of Foundational Sciences
The position plays a critical role in the training of veterinary students by contributing to Foundational Sciences education, including lectures, laboratories, problem-based learning facilitation, and discussions on veterinary issues. The role also involves pursuing scholarly endeavors, such as developing a self-sustaining research program, mentoring veterinary students, and participating in post-DVM training initiatives. Additionally, the position requires active participation in college and university committees, as well as representing the institution to external agencies and funding bodies. If applicable, maintaining a California veterinary license and any relevant specialty certifications is also expected.
Associate Professor of Clinical Sciences
The position plays a critical role in the training of veterinary students by providing expertise in clinical specialties, contributing to clinical science lectures and laboratories, problem-based learning facilitation, and curriculum development. The role also involves engaging in scholarly activities, advancing clinical sciences, and supporting the training of students across all levels of the DVM program. Additionally, the position requires active participation in college and university committees, as well as contributing to institutional governance and curriculum innovation. If applicable, maintaining a California veterinary license and any relevant specialty certifications is also expected.
Assistant Professor of Clinical Sciences
The position plays a critical role in the training of veterinary students by providing expertise in clinical specialties, contributing to clinical science lectures and laboratories, problem-based learning facilitation, and curriculum development. The role also involves engaging in scholarly activities, advancing clinical sciences, and supporting the training of students across all levels of the DVM program. Additionally, the position requires active participation in college and university committees, as well as contributing to institutional governance and curriculum innovation. If applicable, maintaining a California veterinary license and any relevant specialty certifications is also expected.
Curriculum Coordinator
Provide administrative support to the Directors of years 1 and 2 by managing documents, schedules, and resources associated with the Veterinary Basic Sciences (VBS) course.
Position reports to the Academic Affairs Manager
Associate Professor of Foundational Sciences – Tenure Track
The position plays a critical role in the training of veterinary students by contributing to Foundational Sciences education, including lectures, laboratories, problem-based learning facilitation, and discussions on veterinary issues. The role also involves pursuing scholarly endeavors, such as developing a self-sustaining research program, mentoring veterinary students, and participating in post-DVM training initiatives. Additionally, the position requires active participation in college and university committees, as well as representing the institution to external agencies and funding bodies. If applicable, maintaining a California veterinary license and any relevant specialty certifications is also expected.
Manager of Assessment
The Manager of Assessment supports the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) by assisting with assessment activities for program outcome improvements and institutional compliance with the WASC—Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) requirements and standards and the AVMA COE Accreditation.
The incumbent will assist faculty with assessing student learning pertaining to program learning outcomes, general education, and core competency, as well as institutional learning outcome. In addition, the incumbent will support faculty in their use of an assessment management system for data collection and reporting. This position reports to the assistant director of assessment and works closely with the associate director of special projects.
Registered Veterinary Technician
To support clinical teaching and service in the curriculum and public practice of the College of Veterinary Medicine
Clinical Affiliation Specialist
The Clinical Affiliations Specialist is responsible for coordinating the development and execution of affiliations and related documents between the College and external partners as it relates to clinical rotations. Position incumbent will be relied upon to track all contracts, coordinate re-negotiations, process preceptor payments and provide operational support to the Senior Director of Operations.