"Casual Academic - School of Veterinary Science"

About the School of Veterinary Science

The UQ School of Veterinary Science is one of the largest and most comprehensive veterinary science groups in the Southern Hemisphere. Our academic and clinical teams contribute to animal health, welfare and production through innovative research, advanced veterinary services, and strong partnerships with industry.

The School delivers:

• A five-year Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) degree, globally accredited by the AVBC (Australia/NZ), RCVS (UK), and AVMA (North America).
• A three-year Bachelor of Veterinary Technology program, recognised nationally and internationally as a leader in the emerging veterinary technology profession.

With over $140 million invested in purpose-built teaching and research facilities at UQ’s Gatton campus, students and researchers benefit from an integrated environment for animal production, health and welfare teaching—set across 1,000 hectares of rural land.

About This Expression of Interest

The School of Veterinary Science is seeking Casual Academics to support the tutoring and teaching of undergraduate students in Veterinary Science and Veterinary Technology.

We welcome EOIs from individuals with practical or teaching capabilities in one or more of the following areas:

• Animal husbandry (across species)
• Clinical examination of large animals
• Clinical examination of small animals
• Small animal anaesthesia and general anaesthesia
• Animal reproduction and theriogenology
• Surgical procedures
• Preclinical teaching (anatomy, physiology, foundational disciplines)
• Radiology

Our Ideal Candidate

We welcome applications from:

• Veterinarians
• Veterinary nurses/technicians
• Postgraduate students in veterinary fields
• Experienced tutors in preclinical or foundational disciplines

Eligibility

You must have ongoing, unrestricted work rights in Australia to be eligible for this role.

UQ values diversity and inclusion. Candidates who bring diversity to the University are strongly encouraged to apply.
Accessibility enquiries or adjustment requests can be directed to recruitment@uq.edu.au.

What We Can Offer

• Casual employment with no guaranteed ongoing workload
• Pay rates in accordance with the UQ Enterprise Agreement 2021–2026
• Access to the University’s casual academic salaries schedule
• Commitment to professional development, including School-based training and University-wide development programs

Questions?

For further information, please contact:
Claire Girvin
Email: c.girvin@uq.edu.au

How to Submit an Expression of Interest

Please click APPLY on the UQ Workday portal and follow the prompts.

All applicants must:

1. Nominate their course and/or general subject area preferences within the application form
2. Upload a current CV/resume

Important:
Applications must be submitted via the UQ Workday portal.
Applications emailed directly will not be accepted.

If you are a current UQ employee, unpaid staff member or scholar, please log into your Workday staff account and apply via the Internal Job Board.

Application Deadline

Monday, 19 January 2026 at 11:59pm AEST

EOIs submitted after this date may be considered for future vacancies throughout 2026 or the following year.