Clinician in Small Animal Medicine

About the Role

This is a 6-month fixed-term position within the School of Biodiversity, One Health and Veterinary Medicine at the University of Glasgow. You'll work part-time (35 hours per week) in a dynamic clinical environment alongside a friendly, collegial team committed to exceptional patient care and continuous professional development. The role offers a significant balance: clinical work combined with dedicated 'off clinics' time for research and scholarship, plus the opportunity to deliver clinical teaching to undergraduates, interns and residents.

Based on the beautiful Garscube estate, just 10 minutes' drive from Glasgow's vibrant West End and less than an hour from Loch Lomond, you'll work in one of the UK's leading veterinary schools. The Small Animal Hospital is internationally recognised and equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including a 1.5T MRI, CT scanner, C-arm fluoroscopy, endoscopy suites, linear accelerator, radio-iodine unit, and a dedicated ICU with excellent in-house laboratory.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-standard small animal clinical care within a multidisciplinary "One Hospital" team environment
• Conduct clinical consultations and case management across the Small Animal Hospital
• Undertake research and scholarly activity during protected off-clinics time
• Provide clinical teaching and mentorship to undergraduate students, interns and residents
• Contribute to the development and professional growth of veterinary staff and support teams
• Work collaboratively within a team-based model that prioritises both animal welfare and staff wellbeing

Requirements

• ECVIM (European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine) or ACVIM (American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine) diploma, or completion of an approved residency training programme
• Full RCVS registration as a veterinary surgeon
• Ability to work effectively within a collegial team environment
• Commitment to both clinical excellence and academic development

Benefits

• Salary: Grade 7/8, £41,064 to £46,049 or £50,253 to £58,225 per annum (pro rata), depending on qualification level and experience
• Generous market and out-of-hours supplement in addition to base salary
• Employer pension contribution
• Part-time hours (35 hours per week) with protected research and scholarship time
• Teaching and mentorship opportunities with recognised training programmes
• Access to world-class clinical facilities and equipment
• Professional development in a leading research and teaching institution
• Support from a multidisciplinary team with a strong focus on professional development

About the Practice

The University of Glasgow's School of Biodiversity, One Health and Veterinary Medicine is one of the UK's pre-eminent veterinary institutions, renowned for teaching, research and clinical provision. The Small Animal Hospital is an internationally accredited expert referral centre serving animal owners and referring practitioners throughout the UK. The school holds full accreditation from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Education.

The School is part of the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences and operates a "One Hospital" philosophy that integrates clinical care, teaching and research. The team comprises experienced vets, nurses and support staff all committed to exceptional patient outcomes and continuous learning. The institution is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, holding bronze, silver and gold Athena Swan awards.