Lecturer in Animal Health and Production

Grade 7a Salary Range £39,347-45,585 (Incremental progression)

Agile working (blend of home and office based)/ Arrangements for job share would be considered 

This post represents an exciting opportunity to join a team of staff at Harper & Keele Veterinary School, teaching into the foundation phase of the curriculum on topics related to animal health and production. You will work with the curriculum team to ensure continuity across the full BVetMS programme. Collaboration with external stakeholders to enhance teaching and learning will be essential. You will be required to undertake other academic duties such as assessment and student support. You will be expected to work as part of a team as well as independently at times. 

You will have a degree in a relevant biological, animal or veterinary field. You will have experience of working with other professional or academic disciplines. Ideally, you will have experience and qualifications relating to teaching in higher education, although support for development in this area can be provided. You will need excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills. 

The Benefits

The School recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:  

• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave  
• Excellent staff pension scheme   
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development   
• On site ‘outstanding’ nursery (Keele campus only)
• Health & fitness facilities on site
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above

Both Harper Adams University and Keele University are committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible. 

Harper & Keele Veterinary School launched in 2020 with our first cohort of students. Combining the extensive resources and excellence at Harper Adams and Keele universities has created a rich and authentic environment for veterinary education and research, with both institutions recognised for their excellent student experience, strong community spirit, and high-quality teaching.

Combining a strong pedigree in animal sciences, veterinary nursing, veterinary physiotherapy, and agricultural sustainability at Harper Adams University with the established reputation that Keele University proudly boasts in life sciences and human medicine, the School's model of veterinary education has strategic partnership at its very core. 

Staff and students at the Vet School uniquely benefit from two highly successful institutions, drawing on the resources at each campus and a network of partner veterinary practices and industry partners.

Further information can be found at harperkeelevetschool.ac.uk.

Both universities value equality and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

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For informal enquiries may be addressed to Vicki Waring at v.waring@hkvets.ac.uk. Applications to this address will not be accepted. 

Closing Date: 3^rd July 2024

Interviews will be held on: 15^th July 2024

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