Lecturer in Small Animal Community Practice

University of Surrey; Guildford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Surrey invites applications for a veterinary surgeon (MRCVS) to teach and supervise final year students in small animal practice. The role focuses on neutering clinics and clinical teaching, with flexibility for a 0.5 FTE commitment across two days (Tue/Wed) in term time.

Applicants should hold a veterinary degree and be registered with the MRCVS, with demonstrable clinical experience in small animals.

Qualifications

• All candidates must hold a veterinary degree and be registered with the MRCVS.
• Demonstrable clinical experience in small animal practice.
• Experience in teaching undergraduate students is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students at off-site neutering clinics with other veterinary staff.
• Support clinical teaching across the curriculum and prepare students for rotations.
• Share clinical experience to build student confidence in routine surgery.

Skills

Small animal practice

Clinical experience

Teaching experience

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

The University of Surrey’s Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences comprises five schools, working together under a ‘one health’ vision. Our state-of-the-art facilities and equipment provide the latest technologies for interdisciplinary research and teaching in human and animal health. Our mission is to sustainably improve the health and wellbeing of humans and animals, and their environments, through new knowledge and its application to the design, development, and delivery of responsible innovation and impact.

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced veterinary surgeon (MRCVS) with a passion for inspiring undergraduate students in all aspects of small animal practice but especially surgical skills. This is a part-time position that could suit those wishing to work with students whilst maintaining a clinical role.

The primary focus of the role will involve supervising students at the off-site neutering clinics, in conjunction with other veterinary surgeons and an RVN. The neutering clinics are stand-alone clinics run in conjunction with our partners, and provide invaluable experience for 4th year students, enabling them to enter final year rotations and general practice with confidence in routine surgery. The role will also support clinical teaching across the curriculum, preparing our students for their final year rotations.

The successful candidate should be confident in procedures in elective surgical neutering and have a good knowledge of veterinary anaesthesia in cats and dogs. Candidates will have enthusiasm for sharing their clinical experience and knowledge, giving students the confidence to perform surgical procedures and manage surgical cases. A teaching qualification is not essential but prior experience of teaching veterinary undergraduates would be an advantage. Those with extensive experience of supporting new graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Enthusiasm and a willingness to work flexibly and to adapt to teaching creatively in a range of different contexts are essential, alongside excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.

This 0.5FTE post is 2.5 days a week and specifically requires availability on a Tuesday and Wednesday in term time. The other time can be agreed.

About You

All candidates must hold a veterinary degree and be registered with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (MRCVS). Candidates will have demonstrable clinical experience and practical competencies in small animal practice.

For informal enquiries please contact Rebecca Lewis via [e-mail].

The University of Surrey reserves the right to close this vacancy early or extend based on Volume and Caliber of applications.