Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Anaesthesia

• Full time Continuing employment, located on the Camperdown Campus at the School of Veterinary Science

• Opportunity to teach, research and engage with the school ranked #1 in Australia and #23 globally

• Base Salary Level C $145K - $167K p.a. + 17% superannuation + generous loading for registered specialist

It is an exciting time to join The University of Sydney Veterinary Teaching Hospital!  We are building a new future that we want you to be a part of. A program of redevelopment is underway to become a flagship veterinary teaching hospital. Be part of building the future of veterinary clinical education at the University of Sydney.  

As part of the School of Veterinary Science which is ranked #1 in the Southern Hemisphere, the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital Sydney (UVTHS) provides clinical learning experience for veterinary students with staff engaged in professional training programs through provision of veterinary services to the public.

About the opportunity

We are seeking to appoint teaching and research focused Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Anaesthesia position, working under the broad direction of the Head of School and Dean. This role plays an important part of a veterinary anaesthesia team in the Sydney School of Veterinary Science. The team has responsibilities in clinical teaching of DVM4 students, practical and didactic teaching of DVM3 students and other minor responsibilities across the remainder of the DVM curriculum.

This teaching and research focus role is a standard clinical academic role with responsibilities more evenly spread across research, teaching and clinical activity.  In this role, the appointee will actively engage and collaborate in the development and delivery of teaching and assessment resources for students (including undergraduates, postgraduates and residents), conduct discipline specific research of national and international quality, and deliver clinical services in veterinary anaesthesia.

This position will be primarily located at Camperdown campus with some travel expected to the Camden campus. The school provides a range of postgraduate degree programs in veterinary and associated disciplines. The appointee will be actively engaged in the development and delivery of anaesthesia services at the University Veterinary Teaching Hospitals. The appointee will teach in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program and advance knowledge in veterinary anaesthesia through research and scholarly activities.

The key benefits:

• be inspired everyday

• be part of developing the next generation of veterinarians

• be stimulated by an academic environment focused on teaching and research

• opportunity to learn and enhance your skills and experience in the unique teaching and research environment of a Veterinary Teaching hospital

• opportunity for a different professional pathway where you can leverage your clinical expertise, enhance work life balance, and find purpose in academic opportunities

• salary packaging available

• 15% veterinary clinical specialist loading is available once registered as specialist by NSW Veterinary Practitioners Board

• Industry-leading leave provisions including generous paid parental leave entitlements (pending eligibility up to 36 weeks after 2 years’ service), personal leave including sick and carer’s leave (up to 10 weeks pa), annual leave (4 weeks pa)

• generous relocation allowance and access to research and publication support

• gain the recognition of working in a leading Veterinary School in an outstanding University.

We support and encourage excellence in all aspects of the role, from patient care, teaching and learning, and research. The School values highly the tenants of mutual support, respect, empathy, collegiality and integrity.

Join an organization that has over a hundred years of experience in clinical training and innovation. Be part of the transformational process supporting students as they transition to become veterinarians. A privileged role for someone who wants more than a job- come and do work with a purpose.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• build and maintain reputation of academic excellence

• provide high quality veterinary clinical service in veterinary anesthesia services for clients of UVTHS during business hours and after hours (on call by negotiation)

• make original and innovative contribution to research and education which expand knowledge or practice

• maintain a research profile which meets University expectations and standards

• lead the development in research which enhance the reputation of the School, such as leading participation in internationally-funded research projects or partner-engaged research projects

• contribute to outstanding in teaching and learning outcomes

• actively contribute to research, education and administrative activities

• provide anaesthesia services to Camden clinic as required.

Since its founding in 1910, the mission of the Sydney School of Veterinary Science (SSVS) has been to provide the nation’s best training in the health, welfare, and conservation of animals. The Sydney School of Veterinary Science is internationally accredited with the American Veterinary Medical Association, Canadian Veterinary Medical Association, the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council and Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (UK) by reciprocal agreement. Veterinary Science at Sydney is ranked 1st in Australia, within a world-class university.

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About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Anaesthesia who has:

• a veterinary degree that permits full registration within the Veterinary Practitioners Board of NSW

• a specialist level qualification in Veterinary Anaesthesia allowing registration in NSW as a Specialist Veterinary Anaesthetist

• a postgraduate qualification in veterinary anaesthesia or significant progression towards this

• is experienced in provision of clinical training and enhancing the students learning experience

• exceptional experience in teaching and learning, as evidenced by leading team teaching within an established program

• demonstrated success in supporting the academic endeavour in providing a student enabling environment.

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Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

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Sunday 21 April 2024 11:59 PM