FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF COMPANION ANIMAL CLINICAL STUDIES

SENIOR LECTURER/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/ PROFESSOR: SMALL ANIMAL MEDICINE (ONE POST)

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will actively participate in the following areas:

• Teaching and practical training of undergraduate and postgraduate veterinary and veterinary nursing students in Small Animal Medicine;
• Clinical service in the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital, surrounding community and satellite clinics, including participation in a 24-hour service;
• Postgraduate training and supervision where appropriate;
• Research and publication in scientific journals;
• Networking with relevant industry stakeholders;
• Community engagement;
• Administrative and other duties as delegated by the Head of Department; and
• Academic self-development.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Senior Lecturer:

• A BVSc- or BVMCh-degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
• A MMedVet-degree in Small Animal Medicine and/or equivalent specialty board certification;
• Registration with the SAVC as a specialist in Small Animal Medicine or eligibility for registration within a reasonable period;
• At least two full peer reviewed papers in ISI accredited scientific journals as first or senior author; and
• Four years’ veterinary experience with three years’ experience in predominantly Small Animal Medicine.

Associate Professor:

• A BVSc- or BVMCh-degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
• A MMedVet-degree in Small Animal Medicine and/or equivalent specialty board certification;
• In the process of completion of a PhD;
• Registration with the SAVC as a specialist in Small Animal Medicine or eligibility for registration within a reasonable period;
• At least five full peer reviewed papers in ISI accredited scientific journals as senior author or co-author;
• Five years’ relevant veterinary experience in Small Animal Medicine;
• Evidence of participation in research and discipline forums; and
• Evidence of postgraduate supervision.

Professor:

• A BVSc- or BVMCh-degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
• A MMedVet-degree in Small Animal Medicine and/or equivalent specialty board certification;
• PhD in a relevant area;
• Registration with the SAVC as a specialist in Small Animal Medicine or eligibility for registration within a reasonable period;
• Eight years’ veterinary experience of practicing as a Specialist in Small Animal Medicine;
• Proven track record of excellence in research through evidence of full peer reviewed papers in ISI accredited scientific journals as senior author or co-author;
• Participation in research and discipline forums;
• Evidence of research excellence and international standing as a researcher; and
• Postgraduate supervision up to doctorate level.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Proven knowledge and competence in Small Animal Medicine;
• High degree of efficiency in clinical related matters;
• Research interest appropriate to the position;
• Commitment to develop a teaching and learning portfolio required at the relevant teaching level.
• Candidates without a PhD: Commitment to obtain a PhD in a reasonable period of time
• Good language and communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; and
• Generic teaching competence including proficiency with presentation, word-processing and spreadsheet software.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Experience with relevant specialised procedures, techniques and tools, e.g. software;
• Tertiary teaching and mentoring experience; and
• Exposure to research in an appropriate field.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In applying for this post, please attach:

• A comprehensive CV, using the format of the University;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
• Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);
• Self-evaluation which must address each of the minimum requirements and required competencies above. Applications that do not include these in the evaluation may be rejected; and
• Applicants complying with the requirements for Associate Professor/ Professor should submit a research and teaching portfolio as well.

CLOSING DATE: 18 May 2022

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Prof Paolo Pazzi, Tel: (012) 529 8128

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 13 August 2022, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference will be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.

 

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