Temporary Equine Veterinarian / Reproduction Specialist

Sport Society; Utrecht; Sur place; EUR 41 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Holiday bonus

Year-end bonus

Flexible leave arrangements

Growth opportunities

Résumé du poste

Utrecht University seeks an enthusiastic equine veterinarian with extensive reproduction experience to join the equine reproduction team at the Utrecht University Equine Clinic on a temporary basis.

The four-month maternity cover runs from February 15 to June 15, and the role includes diagnosing and treating reproductive conditions, performing embryo transfer and OPU, and contributing to a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in equine reproduction and obstetric management.
• Proficiency with embryo transfer and OPU techniques.
• EU-recognized veterinary degree; postgraduate equine reproduction preferred.
• Willingness to participate in weekend duties.

Responsabilités

• Provide diagnosis and treatment for reproductive conditions in mares and stallions.
• Offer assisted reproductive technologies, including embryo transfer and OPU.
• Perform inseminations, embryo flushes, and transfers; monitor breeding programs.
• Participate in out-of-hours duties and weekend work.

Connaissances

Equine reproduction

Embryo transfer

OPU procedures

Independent work

Team collaboration

Formation

Veterinary degree (EU-recognized)

Postgraduate qualification in equine reproduction (ECAR/ ACT) – desirable

Description du poste

Temporary Equine Veterinarian / Reproduction Specialist

We are looking for an enthusiastic equine veterinarian with extensive experience in equine reproduction to join our equine reproduction team at Utrecht University on a temporary basis. The position is available for four months, from February 15th till June 15th , as maternity leave cover for one of our colleagues.

As a veterinarian, you will join our dedicated equine reproduction team, which consists of five veterinarians (one ACT diplomate, three ECAR diplomates and one intern), three clinical assistants, three laboratory assistants, a secretary and a group of dedicated researchers.

Our team provides diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of reproductive conditions in mares and stallions. We offer a broad range of assisted reproductive technologies as clinical services, including embryo transfer and ovum pick‑up (OPU).

During the breeding season, we inseminate approximately 300 mares, perform around 150 embryo flushes, and transfer approximately 850 embryos, including embryos produced through ICSI and subsequent freezing and thawing.

You must be able to work independently and have solid experience with all of the below described clinical activities, including:

• routine reproductive management of donor and recipient mares;
• monitoring and breeding management of mares inseminated with frozen semen;
• embryo flushing and transfer procedures;

The position also includes participation in out‑of‑hours duties, including routine weekend work (approximately 1 in 3 weekends) and assisting with obstetrical emergencies.

We are looking for a veterinarian with solid clinical experience in equine reproduction, including assisted reproductive technologies. A postgraduate qualification in equine reproduction, such as a diploma from the European College of Animal Reproduction (ECAR) or the American College of Theriogenologists (ACT), is an advantage but is not essential. Your veterinary degree must be recognized by EU (European Union)-recognized institution.

The University Equine Clinic is committed to providing high‑quality, efficient care and excellent service to our clients. You share these values, enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team and have strong communication skills.

You are registered in the Dutch Register of Veterinary Medical Practitioners (Diergeneeskunderegister) and are legally authorized to practice veterinary medicine in the Netherlands. If you obtained your veterinary degree abroad, you must complete the applicable recognition and registration procedure. For more information about the requirements and registration process, please visit the Information in English | Diergeneeskunderegister .

We offer a full‑time position (1.0 FTE) for a period of 4 months. The gross salary – depending on previous qualifications and experience – ranges between € 3.706,- and € 6.682,- (scale 10/11 of the Collective Labour Agreement of the Dutch Universities) per month for full‑time employment. Salaries are supplemented with a holiday bonus of 8% and a year‑end bonus of 8.3% per year.

In addition to the terms of employment set out in our collectivelabouragreement, we offer attractiveadditionalbenefits, including opportunities for personal and professional growth , flexibleleavearrangements,and extravacationdays. Through the UU Terms of Employment Options Model, you can tailor your employment package to your needs. In this way, we encourage you to grow in what you do, both in your work and in your development.Read more about our terms of employment .

Over ons

A better future for everyone. This ambition motivates our scientists in executing their leading research and inspiring teaching. At Utrecht University , the various disciplines collaborate intensively towards major strategic themes . Our focus is on Dynamics of Youth, Institutions for Open Societies, Life Sciences and Pathways to Sustainability. Sharing science, shaping tomorrow .

At the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine we train the veterinarians and researchers of the future, provide care for animals and conduct leading and societal relevant research. That is what we are good at. We see that the health and welfare of animals, humans and the environment are interconnected. By sharing our knowledge and working together, we make positive impact, both nationally and internationally. Our 1,500 students and 950 staff members inspire and strengthen each other. Our engagement connects us. The drive to, from an integral perspective, make the world a better place.

Clinical Sciences

At the Department of Clinical Sciences , you will work alongside approximately 150 veterinarians and a similar number of support staff. Approximately two‑thirds of the veterinarians are specialists in various disciplines; the remaining one‑third consists of interns, residents and PhD students. Together we are responsible for the education of veterinary students, provision of clinical services to horses and companion animals, and both clinical and more fundamental research in the areas of regenerative medicine, locomotion, genetics and reproduction.

For further details and informal inquiries, pleasecontact Anthony Claes or Bart Leemans by e‑mail [e-mail] or [e-mail] (or phone [phone]).

At Utrecht University, we strive to be a place where everyone feels at home. We value colleagues with different backgrounds, perspectives and identities, including differences in culture, religion or ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, disability and age. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute. Read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

A valid Certificate of Conduct (VOG) is required for this position. This will be requested as part of the application process.

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