Practicing Veterinarian/Senior Practicing Veterinarian in Wildlife Pathology

Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

Palmerston North

On-site

NZD 86,000 - 133,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Massey University’s Manawatu campus invites applications for a Practicing Veterinarian/Senior Practicing Veterinarian in Wildlife Pathology. This full-time fixed-term role runs from September 2026 to June 2027, based in Palmerston North.

The role includes diagnostic pathology leadership, postgraduate teaching and supervision, and engagement with conservation partners and industry stakeholders. You will contribute to teaching, postgraduate research, and professional service, with a supportive

Qualifications

Veterinary degree registerable in New Zealand.
Membership in ANZCVS (pathology) or specialist qualifications in pathology preferred.
Demonstrated experience in wildlife pathology preferred.
Experience in timely diagnostic pathology service delivery desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead the provision of diagnostic pathology services for conservation organisations and stakeholder groups.
Contribute to postgraduate training, including specialist supervision in wildlife pathology.
Contribute to postgraduate teaching in wildlife pathology.
Contribute to postgraduate student research.
Engage with community and professional service, strengthening relationships with iwi and stakeholder communities.

Job description

The School of Veterinary Science - Wildbase is seeking a Practicing Veterinarian/Senior Practicing Veterinarian in Wildlife Pathology to join our team at Wildbase, Massey University's Manawatu campus in Palmerston North. This position is a full-time, fixed term opportunity from September 2026 to June 2027.

Mo tenei turanga mahi | About the role

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to conservation and wildlife management within a collaborative and forward-thinking academic environment. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality pathology services to the New Zealand Department of Conservation and contribute to postgraduate education, advancing research and scholarship, supporting student success, and engaging with professional and community stakeholders. The position also contributes to the University's commitment to excellence, collegiality, and its responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Lead the provision of diagnostic pathology services for conservation organisations and stakeholder groups.
Contribute to postgraduate training, including specialist supervision in areas such as wildlife pathology.
Contribute to the postgraduate teaching in wildlife pathology
Contribute to postgraduate student research.
Engage in community and professional service, strengthening relationships with industry, iwi, and stakeholder communities.

Mou | About you

You will have a relevant Veterinary degree registerable in New Zealand, with a minimum qualification of memberships in the ANZCVS (pathology) or specialist qualifications in pathology being preferred.

Demonstrated experience in wildlife pathology preferred.
A minimum of experience in the provision of timely diagnostic pathology service.
Teaching and research experience in a university or other tertiary teaching environment is desirable.

Ko nga hua o te turanga? | What's in it for you?

You'll join a collaborative, future-focused team who support world-class teaching and research across the University. Based on our beautiful Manawatu campus, you'll enjoy a supportive work environment with a healthy work-life balance and access to campus cafes, gym facilities, and green spaces.

You will also receive up to 6.75% employer contribution to the UniSaver Superannuation Scheme, five university holidays each year in addition to annual leave and a subsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your whanau.

The salary will depend on experience but will be in the range of Practicing Veterinarian/Senior Practicing Veterinarian ($86,113 - $132,892).

Further enquiries should be directed to: Professor Brett Gartrell at B.Gartrell@massey.ac.nz or by phone on 06 951 8203.

Desired Skills and Experience