ECAT-i Veterinary Clinical Lectureships

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking veterinary clinicians for the ECAT-i program, offering a fully funded PhD and extensive training in a premier research environment. Applicants must demonstrate strong academic credentials and relevant clinical experience. This position provides a unique opportunity to contribute to pioneering veterinary research and education. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are included.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Competitive pension schemes

Staff discounts

Family-friendly initiatives

Qualifications

• Candidates who have already undertaken full-time research leading to a doctoral degree are not eligible.

Skills

Evidence of high academic achievement

Internship/residency or clinical practice experience

Job description

Overview

Grade UE08: £50,253 to £61,759 per annum

CMVM / Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Full-Time: 35 hours per week

Fixed-term: 1 August 2026 - 31 July 2031

Up to 2 posts

The Opportunity

ECAT-i (Edinburgh Clinical Academic Track - inclusive) is the University of Edinburgh's exciting academic track for all veterinary specialties. We are now seeking to recruit up to two outstanding veterinary clinicians for the August 2026 intake. ECAT-i offers an unparalleled opportunity to undertake a Wellcome PhD for Health Professionals, with combined clinical training and practice in a world-leading research centre at the University of Edinburgh. The programme aims to build on the principles of research excellence and mentorship developed during the successful ECAT Wellcome Clinical PhD programme, with a strong emphasis on research inclusivity and a positive research culture.

The Opportunity: ECAT-i Veterinary Clinical Lectureships provide: (i) an introductory year with 30% time in relevant clinical specialty at the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies and 70% academic time to identify PhD supervisors and to develop a bespoke PhD project in one of the internationally competitive, multidisciplinary research centres at the University of Edinburgh; (ii) a 3-year full-time fully funded Wellcome PhD for Health Professionals; and (iii) up to 3 further years as a post-doctoral Clinical Lecturer or 3 years support to complete clinical specialty training and, with protected academic time, to initiate post-doctoral training and prepare applications for an intermediate fellowship or other academic post. Progression through the scheme is subject to satisfactory performance but does not involve competitive interviews after initial appointment.

Your skills and attributes for success

• Evidence of high academic achievement
• You will have completed an internship/residency or had experience in clinical practice

Candidates who have already undertaken a period of full-time research leading to a doctoral degree are not eligible for the ECAT programme but are welcome to make contact.

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Application Information

Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:

• CV
• Cover letter (500 words)

As a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages. The University may be able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. This will depend on a number of factors specific to the successful applicant.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 27th October 2025. Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browser's local time zone.

Interviews will be held in person in Edinburgh on 2 & 3 December 2025.

About Us

As a world-leading research-intensive University, we address tomorrow's greatest challenges with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.

About the Team

The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies is a centre of excellence in clinical activity, teaching and research. Our campus is home to more than eight hundred staff and almost eighteen hundred students, contributing to a strong community ethos. The School comprises: The Roslin Institute; The Global Academy of Agriculture and Food Systems; The Roslin Innovation Centre; The Hospital for Small Animals; Equine Veterinary Services; Farm Animal Services; Easter Bush Pathology; The Jeanne Marchig International Centre for Animal Welfare Education. We represent the largest concentration of animal science-related expertise in Europe and contribute to economic growth, clinical services and scientific knowledge.

Education

The School is accredited by the RCVS, EAEVE and AVMA and participates in VMCAS. We are consistently ranked highly in UK and global rankings. The School educates over 1,800 students worldwide and collaborates with the Roslin Institute to deliver research-led teaching and translate knowledge into human health and veterinary science. The Roslin Institute partnership supports One Medicine in teaching, research and translation.

Research Impact

In a joint submission to the UK REF, R(D)SVS and SRUC were ranked number one in the UK for agriculture, food and veterinary sciences. The submission was assessed as world leading or internationally excellent in research impact.

Community

The School holds a Silver Athena SWAN award and the Roslin Institute holds a Gold Award. It is home to a diverse community with facilities including campus amenities and services for staff and students.