Veterinary Surgeon

S3 Science Recruitment; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Veterinary Surgeon to join their team in Leicester. This role offers an exciting opportunity to impact animal health and welfare while expanding your veterinary expertise. You will collaborate with skilled professionals, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing animal care through innovative techniques. If you are committed to ongoing professional development and eager to tackle new challenges in a stimulating environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree with RCVS registration required.
• Experience in general practice or laboratory animal care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with veterinary surgeons to ensure compliance with standards.
• Provide veterinary cover for animal units and clinical services.

Skills

Surgical Skills

Communication Skills

Veterinary Ethics

Animal Welfare

Education

Veterinary Degree

Job description

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Our client is a global drug discovery and development research organisation, bringing therapies in both Animal and Human Health to the market effectively. We’re looking to recruit a Veterinary Surgeon, to join a team of passionate staff, where you can make a significant impact on animal health and welfare while expanding your veterinary expertise beyond traditional practice. The Veterinary Surgeon will provide crucial veterinary input across various areas of the client’s operations. If you're passionate about animal welfare and eager to take on new challenges in a stimulating environment, this opportunity is for you.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Named Veterinary Surgeon(s) to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines
• Develop and maintain expertise in laboratory animal science and related disciplines through ongoing education and training
• Provide veterinary cover for animal units and clinical services at the facilities
• Support the implementation of new techniques, procedures, and technologies to enhance animal care and welfare
• Engage with stakeholders to promote a culture of care and professionalism within the company
• Provide advice and assistance to staff on the implementation of the three Rs (Replacement, Reduction, Refinement) principles
• Deputise for senior veterinary staff as needed and support staff training and development
• Comply with regulatory, quality, and health and safety procedures, including maintaining records and obtaining necessary accreditations

Requirements:

• Veterinary degree with professional registration with the RCVS
• Experience in general practice or laboratory animal care, including surgical skills
• Auditing or inspection experience is advantageous
• Strong commitment to ongoing professional development
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with teams
• Proficiency in surgical procedures and anaesthesia
• Interest or experience in animal ethics, welfare science, genetics, or related disciplines is desirable
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment and adapt to evolving challenges

If you are a Veterinary Surgeon looking for similar roles in the UK, please reach out to [e-mail] as we would love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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