"Lecturer in Veterinary Clinical Skills"

•  494580
•  Townsville
•  Academic
•  Full time
•  Closing on: Mar 5 2026
• Full time continuing
• Based at the Townsville Bebegu-Yumba campus 
• Academic Level B - $112,810 - $133,110 per annum + super and other employee benefits  

As a teaching-specialist academic role within JCU Veterinary Sciences (Townsville), you would be providing hands-on clinical instruction to undergraduate veterinary students across a broad range of clinical skills, with a particular emphasis on anaesthesia and analgesia and equine medicine.

About the role 

The Lecturer in Veterinary Clinical Skills will be a key member of the veterinary clinical team, providing instruction to undergraduate veterinary students in a range of clinical skills including anaesthesia and analgesia, and core competencies relevant to production animals, companion animals and equine practice.

This role combines teaching and clinical practice, engagement with our contracted practices and various stakeholders and supports the delivery of safe and effective anaesthesia protocols in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and in student practical classes.

The role will involve educating students, mentoring junior staff, and advancing the clinical and educational aspects of veterinary clinical skills. The position holder will contribute to the development of innovative teaching practices.

Why join our team? 

• Work in a modern Veterinary Teaching Hospital with a supportive, skilled clinical team
• Teach highly engaged students in an authentic clinical environment 
• Enjoy a welcoming campus community in beautiful Townsville

Why JCU? 

JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth. Employee wellbeing is at the core of our values, and we support our people through the provision of flexible working conditions and many other benefits including;

• A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
• 5 weeks of annual recreation leave and 15 days of paid sick/personal/carers leave per year
• Cultural leave and Flexible working options
• Attractive options for salary packaging
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development support
• Well-equipped campus facilities including medical, cafes, gym and childcare.

What matters to us at JCU? 

Our People – Our staff, students, and the communities we serve

Our Education – Knowledge has the power to change lives

Our Place – the Tropics and beyond

Our Research – a catalyst for innovation and knowledge generation

How to Apply

Click the ‘apply’ button where you will be asked to complete an application form and follow the below steps:

• Complete the application form
• Upload your current resume
• Upload a cover letter outlining your experience and how your skills align with the role

For further information, please contact Professor John Cavalieri at john.cavalieri@jcu.edu.au.