Registered Veterinary Nurse - Oncology

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Edinburgh is seeking a part-time oncology nurse to join the Riddell-Swan Veterinary Cancer Centre at the Hospital for Small Animals. The role supports patients throughout their journey and involves hands-on nursing, building relationships with owners, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will provide care across medical therapies, including chemotherapy and radiotherapy, while contributing to teaching the next generation of veterinary

Qualifications

• Being an RCVS registered veterinary nurse is essential.
• Excellent organisational and communications skills are essential.
• Keen dedication to teaching the next generation of veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to oncology patients.
• Develop strong relationships with pet owners and teams.
• Assist in diagnosis and treatment, including chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

Skills

RCVS nurse

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

UE06 £35,302 to £40,704 per annum pro rata (based on 35 hours per week)

CMVM / Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies / Hospital for Small Animals

Part Time - 23 hours per week / Monday to Wednesday

Fixed Term 14-month maternity cover

Be part of something bigger, there's a career for everyone at the University of Edinburgh.

The Opportunity:

We have an opportunity to join our dedicated oncology nurses at the Hospital for Small Animals. The successful candidate will work with our oncology patients throughout their journey with us. If you thrive on patient care, developing strong relationships with owners, are detail oriented, and enjoy hands on nursing, this is the role for you.

The Riddell-Swan Veterinary Cancer Centre is one of the largest oncology centres in Europe and has more than a decade’s experience in providing world-class care for pets diagnosed with cancer.

Our busy and highly motivated team comprises both of European and American board-certified Specialist clinicians and four dedicated oncology veterinary nurses. This is a great opportunity to use your nursing skills to help in the diagnosis and treatment (medical therapy including chemotherapy, and radiotherapy) of pets with cancer. The service strives for a high level of patient and client care. You will integrate into the oncology team, and work with disciplines across the hospital.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• Being an RCVS registered veterinary nurse is essential.
• Excellent organisational and communications skills are essential.
• Keen dedicationto teachingthe next generation of veterinary surgeons and veterinary nursesis essential.

Training & Support

We offer a focused training programme to help you get started in the role.

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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, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the value of your pay and benefits.

Championing 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 a Stonewall Proud Employer, actively promoting LGBTQ+ 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 (opens new browser tab)

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker visa. They will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 25 November 2026

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Interviews will be held TBA