Are you a future Professor?
Your clinical background can lead to an academic future.
A Full time, continuing employment opportunity appointment in Veterinary Small Animal Surgery (Education-Focused).
Located on the Camperdown and Camden Campus at the Sydney School of Veterinary Science
Opportunity for a different professional pathway where you can leverage your clinical expertise, enhance work-life balance, and find purpose and opportunity for career progression in the academic opportunities
A generous Base Salary Level B/C $132,533 - $187,198 p.a + 15% Loading for a Registered Specialist + 17% Superannuation (a total package up to $251,874 p.a).
About the opportunity
Your clinical skills are an asset that can help build an academic career.
You have the chance to make a marked impact on the future of the veterinary profession and the lives of animals.
We are seeking to make an appointment at Lecturer and/or Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Small Animal Surgery (Education-Focused), with the primary focus to support the teaching of small animal surgery within the DVM program.
You will play an integral part in the oversight of the Small Animal Surgery curriculum and have an active teaching role of DVM veterinary students in liaison with the Heads of Specialist and Primary Care Services.
An academic background is not essential for this role – candidates with strong clinical experience will be considered.
Lecturer is expected to engage in teaching and research independently or as part of a team and support the DVM program predominantly through clinical supervision of surgery practical and didactic classes.
A lecturer would have advanced training in a specific discipline (eg membership or similar).
The Base Salary for a Lecturer at Level B is between $132,533 - $157,381 p.a) + 15% Loading for a Registered Specialist + 17% Superannuation (a total package up to $211,756 p.a).
Senior Lecturer is expected to engage in teaching and research independently or as part of a team and support the DVM program predominantly through clinical supervision of surgery practical and didactic classes.
A Senior lecturer would have advanced training in a specific discipline (eg membership or similar).
The Base Salary for a Senior Lecturer at Level B is between $162,347 - $187,198 p.a) + 15% Loading for a Registered Specialist + 17% Superannuation (a total package up to $251,874 p.a).
Key responsibilities
Maintain and contribute to the long-standing reputation of the School for academic excellence




Collaborate with other staff to coordinate and develop curricula and programmes within the School ensuring outstanding teaching and learning outcomes
Coordinate and engage in a high-quality teaching and learning experience that meets the University's expectations and standards for education
Make original and innovative contributions to the advancement of research and education within the discipline that are recognised as outstanding, nationally or internationally
Maintain a research profile that meets University expectations and standards and enhances the reputation of the School, including success in competitive research grants, other research income generation and publications in peer‐reviewed international journals
Collaborate cooperatively and constructively with colleagues in teaching and research teams
About you
Lecturer in Veterinary Small Animal (Education‐Focused)
Registration or eligibility for registration with the NSW Veterinary Practitioners Board
Advanced training in Small Animal Surgery (ANZCVS Membership in Small Animal Surgery or similar)
Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with colleagues and veterinarians in all referral services of the UVTHS in a collegiate manner
Experience in teaching desirable
Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Small Animal (Education‐Focused)
A Veterinary Science degree registered to practice in New South Wales
High level of Veterinary surgical skills and capacity to communicate and instruct practical surgery as well as perform didactic teaching activities
A track record of publication in the field of veterinary surgery
An in‐depth knowledge and understanding of key strategic issues in the higher education sector
An understanding of and ability to lead and support an academic endeavour from curriculum design to producing leading research and providing a student‐enabling environment
Sustained record of excellence in teaching and learning design and practice, evidenced through successful student outcomes, demonstrated impact on student learning, recognition through awards/prizes and innovation
Benefits
Be part of developing the next generation of veterinarians
Be stimulated by an academic environment focused on teaching and research




Have the opportunity to expand and strengthen your skills in teaching and research in an environment that strongly supports these key aspects of the position
Industry leading leave provisions including generous paid parental leave entitlements (up to 36 weeks pending eligibility), personal leave including sick and carer's leave (up to 10 weeks pa), annual leave (4 weeks pa)
Possibility for compressed working week
Access to employee assistance programs at no cost
Salary packaging options available
Generous relocation allowance and access to research and publication support
Opportunity to inspire and train the next generation of veterinary leaders, undertake impactful research to enhance the lives of animals, engage with the school ranked #1 in Australia within a world class University
Access to fitness passport, as well as discounted rates on university sports and fitness centres
Located on the Camperdown campus, 4 km from the city centre, in a convenient central location with ample public transport options.
Discounted staff parking is also available on site.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Visa sponsorship is provided for this appointment.
Pre‐employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon completion of all required pre‐employment or background checks in accordance with University policy.
Ongoing employment is conditional upon maintaining all relevant clearances and background checks.
Failure to meet these conditions may result in termination of employment.
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Application closing date
Applications Close - Sunday 09 August *******:59 PM
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📌 Educator In Veterinary Small Animal Surgery (New South Wales)
🏢 University Of Sydney
📍 New South Wales