Clinical Veterinarian

• Ensure the principles of best practice in animal care are applied across the University community.
• Develop training and education programs to ensure stakeholder understanding of animal ethics and welfare obligations
• Flexible working arrangements with excellent benefits

Your new role

To ensure that the welfare of the animals is paramount in the design and conduct of research and teaching, we are seeking to appoint a University Veterinarian (Clinical) in our Research Ethics Unit. Closely collaborating with the Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) and the academic and technical community, you will provide veterinary, competency and welfare advice to stakeholdersThe University Veterinarian will support all approved animal research or teaching protocols in accordance with all relevant State & Commonwealth legislation, animal handling and welfare guidelines (or standards) & procedures. In particular, the adherence to the requirements of the Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes (NHMRC,2013) and the Animal Welfare Act 1993 (Tas)

About the University

The University of Tasmania is building a vision of a place-based University with a mission to enhance the intellectual, economic, social and culture future of Tasmania, and from Tasmania, contribute to the world in areas of distinctive advantage. The University recognises that achieving this vision is dependent on the people we employ as well as creating a people-centred University that is values-based, relational, diverse, and development-focused. We are an inclusive workplace committed to ‘working from the strength that diversity brings’ reflected in our Statement of Values. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people and are committed to inclusive principles. We celebrate the range of diverse assets that gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and life course bring. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. Tell us how we can make this job work for you.

What you’ll need to succeed  

A degree in veterinary medicine and registration as a veterinarian in a State or Territory of Australia coupled with post-registration work experience will see you succeed in this role.

Effective written and verbal communication skills including the ability to design and deliver training seminars to diverse stakeholder groups will enable you to meet the desired objectives of the role. The ability to proactively identify and interpret emerging issues or trends in the animal ethics and animal welfare sectors and to develop and implement improvements or innovations in policy or practice will ensure we stay abreast of emerging trends.

What’s on offer

The University of Tasmania is one of the largest employers in the State and people are at the heart of everything we do. We strive to create nurturing, inclusive, and collaborative working environments enabling us to nurture a vital & sustainable community.

On offer is a competitive remuneration package including 17% superannuation and assistance with relocation. This is a career defining role with the addition of staff benefits and discounts for health, fitness, accommodation, and banking to name a few.

How to apply

If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you. Please provide your up-to-date resume and a cover letter outlining your motivation for the role and how your skills and experience align.

For further information about this position, please contact Nigel Blundell, Executive Director (Research)

Applications close 11:55pm Wednesday 11th May 2022

 University Vet Position Description April 2022 .pdf

COVID-19 Update:

The University of Tasmania recognises that this is critical for the workforce at the University to protect the safety of our workforce and vulnerable Tasmanians.

Applicants for this role must be prepared to provide evidence of Covid-19 vaccination as a condition of employment.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfill the requirements of this role.