Residency Position in Diagnostic Imaging - University of Cambridge, UK

European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free stipend

CPD allowance

Dedicated research time

Academic opportunities

Assigned supervisor for professional growth

Access to university library and journals

Job summary

The European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging is offering a Residency Position in Diagnostic Imaging at the University of Cambridge. This one-year Senior Clinical Training Scholarship allows candidates to gain extensive training in veterinary diagnostic imaging, including radiology, ultrasonography, and more.

Successful applicants will also benefit from research opportunities, teaching Cambridge students, and a balanced work-life schedule. Applications are due by midnight on Tuesday, 2 June 2026, and interested candidates can arrange visits with the Principal Radiologist, Marie-Aude Genain.

Qualifications

• Must be a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons or hold a qualifying veterinary degree.
• Completion of a recognised internship or minimum two years’ experience in small animal practice is essential.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Department's clinical service and out-of-hours rota.
• Engage in small-group teaching of veterinary students.
• Participate in research projects as part of the training.

Skills

Veterinary diagnostic imaging

Radiology

Ultrasonography

Magnetic resonance imaging

Computed tomography

Teaching skills

Education

Veterinary degree

Completion of a recognised internship

Job description

Residency Position in Diagnostic Imaging – University of Cambridge, UK

AVAILABLE TO START MONDAY 2 NOVEMBER 2026, OR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE THEREAFTER

This Senior Clinical Training Scholarship in Diagnostic Imaging (Residency) provides an outstanding opportunity to study for a postgraduate qualification. You will be trained in all aspects of veterinary diagnostic imaging, including radiology, ultrasonography, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography. The training programme is approved by the European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging (ECVDI).

The Scholarship is for one year in the first instance, renewable for periods of one year up to a total of three years. It is subject to an initial monitoring period of six months and review on a bi-annual basis.

You will be required to register with the ECVDI for the Diploma in Diagnostic Imaging. The training programme requires participation in the Department’s clinical service, including the out-of-hours rota and first opinion clinic, in addition to small-group teaching of veterinary students. You will also be expected to participate in research projects as part of your training.

You must be a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, or hold a veterinary degree qualifying you for membership. Completion of a recognised internship or a minimum of two years’ experience in small animal practice is essential.

What we offer

• Competitive tax-free stipend
• CPD allowance and encouragement to attend and present at scientific meetings
• Good work-life balance with manageable out-of-hours duties on a shared rota
• Dedicated research time on top of holidays
• Academic opportunities, e.g. teaching Cambridge students during rotations and College supervision opportunities; weekly department research and clinical seminars; journal and book clubs
• Proven track-record with publications and research projects with guidance on presentation and scientific writing skills
• Assigned supervisor: regular progress meetings, interview practice, provision of professional references and CV/cover letter proof reading by experienced senior clinicians to aid residency applications
• University library and extensive journal access

Application details

We welcome candidates wishing to apply for the scholarship to come and visit the hospital and to meet the team. Please contact Marie-Aude Genain, Principal Radiologist, by email: [e-mail] to arrange a convenient date.

For more information about the Department and the role please visit: www.vet.cam.ac.uk.

Applicants should supply a completed SCTS Application Form (SCTS 1), Curriculum Vitae and Covering Letter giving reasons for wishing to undertake this SCTS in the Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Cambridge.

Applications should be submitted via e-mail to: [e-mail] with the above documents as one attachment, by the closing date stated.

Closing date for applications: Midnight on Tuesday 2 June 2026

Interviews will be held on Friday 19 June 2026

Important information

Please note: The ability to take up this Scholarship is contingent upon evidence of your right to work in the UK, or through gaining the right to work via the UK immigration system. Evidence will need to be provided before an offer can be made. Regrettably, this Scholarship is not suitable for sponsorship via the Skilled Worker or Temporary Worker visa routes as the minimum requirements cannot be met.