Lecturer in Veterinary Epidemiology and Production Animal Health

Education & Research

Salary Range:

7a - £40,247 - £46,485

8 - £47,874 - £56,921

(Incremental progression)

Full-time 1.0 FTE, Indefinite

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join the academic staff team at Harper & Keele Veterinary School as a Lecturer in Veterinary Epidemiology and Production Animal Health on a full-time basis. With this exciting opportunity, the post holder will lead the Veterinary Epidemiology and Population Medicine module in the BVetMS curriculum and will also contribute to production animal health teaching across the curriculum. The successful candidate must be a veterinarian with a production animal focus in their scientific research and will have previous experience in Higher Education.

In addition to teaching and research, you will be required to undertake other academic duties such as assessment and student support, and work as part of a team as well as independently. You will also be expected to be active in scholarship and research in line with the School’s strategic themes. 

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)

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

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the start of the pay scale for the grade.

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.

Staff and students at the Vet School uniquely benefit from being part of 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.

Please note this appointment is subject to medical clearance by the University’s Occupational Health provider.

To apply online for this vacancy and for full post details and copies of job descriptions, please click on the 'Apply' button above. 

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Philip Robinson, Deputy Head of School, at p.robinson3@hkvets.ac.uk. Applications to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing date: 8^th January 2025

Interviews will be held on: 22^nd January 2025

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