Rotating Intern in Equine Medicine and Surgery

The University of Edinburgh - Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies - Equine Hospital

Location:	Edinburgh
Salary:	£34,610 to £39,906 per annum (Grade 6)
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On:	1st April 2026
Closes:	29th April 2026
Job Ref:	13964

Full-time: 35 hours per week / fixed term

Fixed-term: for 18 months, start date Feb 2027 and March 2027

Posts available: 2

Your next step starts here. Be part of something bigger.

Make a meaningful impact

Join the University of Edinburgh and you’ll be making a difference to everything around you. Be part of something bigger — where you’ll do meaningful work, grow and progress, be rewarded and recognised, and benefit from our strong commitment to your wellbeing. There are so many reasons to join us.

The University of Edinburgh is a world-class organisation. We look for the best in the field across all disciplines and provide a working environment where academics can develop their careers and passion for their chosen subject area. We offer the full range of academic roles and have a genuine focus on our student’s performance and wellbeing.

The Opportunity:

This 18-month rotating equine internship position provides the opportunity to work at the R(D)SVS, develop your career and live in one of the best cities in the world. The hospital has an impressive range of equipment and facilities where you will work with an experienced and friendly team of Board specialised clinicians and residents. You will gain experience in equine medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostic imaging, anaesthesia and sports medicine. The starting salary for this role is £34,610 (with accommodation provided).

Opportunities are available for research and publication with access to a wide range of university courses.

This post will provide significant clinical exposure and ideal preparation for those seeking to enter a residency program, as well as those wishing to return to practice with a broad range of skills.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• Member of RCVS (or eligible to become a member).
• Appropriate English language qualification.
• Right to work in the UK or ability to apply with sponsorship.
• Prior relevant veterinary working experience.

Please direct informal enquiries to Oliver James, Senior Lecturer in Equine Surgery, email: o.james@ed.ac.uk