University of Edinburgh
Lecturer in Farm Animal Practice
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Lecturer in Farm Animal Practice Grade UE08: £50,253 – £61,759 per annum Full-time, 35 hours per week (Open-ended contract, including 1 in 6 on-call rota)
About the Role
At the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, we are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced farm clinician to join our f Farm Animal Practice team as a Lecturer in Farm Animal Practice. This role is based at a world-class veterinary institution focused on teaching, clinical practice, and research.
The Farm Animal Practice offers:
- First-opinion care for farms (primarily beef, sheep, dairy, camelids, pigs, and smallholdings)
- Consultancy and referral work, with access to advanced diagnostic tools and surgical facilities
- A dedicated Farm Animal Hospital for undergraduate teaching, including:
- Isolated hospitalisation for referral cases
- Mobile hydraulic foot-trimming crush
- Transportation equipment: 3 Easiscans, 1 Sector scanner, and portable digital X-ray
- In-house post-mortem services and clinical/biochemical laboratories
- Bull/ram testing facilities
As an approved institution for ECBHM (European College of Bovine Health & Management) and ECSRHM (European College of Small Ruminant Health & Management) residency programmes, we provide opportunities for fellowship and training.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing and developing the Farm Animal Practice and Hospital
- Delivering vet services to clients while ensuring top-notch clinical care
- Teaching undergraduate students in farm animal medicine, husbandry, and disease management
- Collaborating on consultancy, referral cases, and clinical research in farm animal practice
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Key Responsibilities
- Provide clinical veterinary services to local farms and clients
- Teach and supervise undergraduate veterinary students in farm animal topics
- Help plan and deliver farm animal clinical services and educational programs
- Engage in consultancy and referral cases, ensuring high-quality care
- Support the clinical research program within the section, helping to generate scholarly output
- Ensure satisfactory animal welfare standards in all clinical operations
- Assist with post-mortems and laboratory-based diagnostics
- Contribute to workplace safety and Official Veterinary obligations
Skills & Attributes Required
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Essential:
- Registered Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (MRCVS)
- Significant farm animal clinical experience (practice, fieldwork, or industry)
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, clients, and students
- Full unrestricted UK driving licence (Due to frequent travel in adverse weather)
- Satisfactory Level 2 DBS Check (required before commencing employment)
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Advantageous but not mandatory:
- Postgraduate qualifications (e.g., MSc, PhD, or residency training) in relevant fields
- Recognition as an Official Veterinarian (or eligibility upon confirmation)
- Personal client-facing experience in farm settings
The University of Edinburgh: Your Workplace
We foster a world-class working environment where academics thrive in mission-driven teaching and research.
As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy: ✅ Competitive salary range (£50,253 – £61,759), with potential for annual Market Force Supplement reviews ✅ An engaging, diverse, and supportive community with rich benefits:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Defined benefits pension plan
- Discounted staff deals (e.g., travel, fitness, shopping)
- Family-friendly policies and flexible working options ✅ A thriving campus community with access to facilities like:
- Allotments, fitness trails, restaurants, and a gym
- A unique veterinary campus by the Pentland Hills Regional Park
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Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies is committed to: 🏳️🌈 Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champion (supporting LGBTQ+ equality) 👩🏫 Silver Athena SWAN Award (advancing gender equity in academia) 🌍 Affirmative Action and Age-positive Policies
Prior to commencement, you must satisfy your legal right to work in the UK. Currently, the University cannot sponsor visa applications for this role. Applicants should demonstrate pre-existing eligibility.
Current application date: Closing date: 30th July 2026.
How to Apply
Submit the following documents:
- CV
- Cover letter
(For full application guidelines, visit job application page)
🔹 Campus location: Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies (Satellite Campus: Roslin, UK) 🔹 Website: www.ed.ac.uk/vet
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