"Lecturer in Small Animal Surgery"

Job Requisition ID:

R-37223

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• School of Veterinary Science
• Permanent full-time (100%) Teaching Focused position
• Base salary will be in the range $110,365.29 - $130,765.78 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level B)
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About This Opportunity 

The position involves teaching and clinical service in Veterinary Science with a focus on the field of Small Animal Surgery within The School of Veterinary Science. The appointee will be responsible for teaching into the undergraduate and postgraduate programs in veterinary science, veterinary technology and science. The appointee will be primarily focused on teaching but may negotiate clinical service roster in areas related to the discipline of small animal surgery and or other veterinary disciplines and, to supervise research students and maintain partnerships.

The successful applicant will be primarily focused on the teaching and coordination of surgical clinical skills at UQ SVS Gatton campus. The applicant will work closely with other academics and technical staff across the school, including with the small animal clinical surgery service in the VTH, Clinical Skills Centre, Student Clinical Skills Hub and other off site training facilities which partner with UQ to deliver surgical training of undergraduate students.

Key responsibilities will include: 

Teaching

• Contribute to formal and informal teaching activities across different settings particularly in small animal surgery, general veterinary practice, and related disciplines as required.
• Carry out clinical teaching for undergraduate, postgraduate and/or professional entry level students, including coordinating courses, preparing and delivering lectures and tutorials, and undertaking assessment and marking.
• Review and innovate the curriculum in the field of small animal surgery for veterinary science and veterinary technology programs to ensure currency of knowledge, technical skills and experience at ‘Day One’ competency level.
• Coordinate courses, prepare and teach lectures and tutorials, design effective assessment and undertake marking for offerings including undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Coordinate the operation of the professional staff team and tutors, with respect to teaching practicals and other didactic modes, in veterinary surgery and general practice on the Gatton campus.
• May contribute to the small animal surgery and veterinary general practice at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital Gatton campus.
• Undertake other activities which contribute to maintaining currency within the discipline and professional learning in teaching.
• Assist in managing surgical cases at locations where SVS undertakes work integrated learning in surgery and general practice skills.

Research

• Option to develop a research program in small animal surgery, general practice or related fields. This may be clinically-based research and as part of a research team.
• Undertake activities that bring together high levels of discipline related expertise and pedagogical content to contribute towards a developing profile in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning/pedagogical research.
• Publish and present the results of research, through peer reviewed journal papers, invited conference presentations or similar formats.
• Work with colleagues in the development of joint clinical research projects and applications for competitive research funding support.
• Contribute to progressing towards transfer of knowledge, technology and practices to research end users through translation, including commercialisation of UQ intellectual property.

Supervision and Researcher Development

• Participate in the supervision and training of postgraduate students in higher degree research and advanced clinical training programs.
• Demonstrate active engagement in the responsible conduct of research.
• Facilitate the development of supervisee capabilities and skills.

Citizenship and Service

• Demonstrate behaviours that align to the UQ values.
• Shows leadership of self and others through mentoring, collaboration and active participation in priority activities for the unit
• Provide support to other academic positions and unit operations as needed during other team members absences.
• Effectively and efficiently manage internal service roles and administrative processes as required, including participation in decision-making and service on relevant committees.
• Liaise with outside animal industries and the veterinary profession on issues pertinent to veterinary surgery and general practice.

This is a Teaching focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

About UQ’s Gatton Campus

Established over 125 years ago, UQ’s Gatton Campus has a long history – from starting out as a dedicated agricultural institution, to being a field hospital during WWII, and to joining the UQ community in 1990. With this history in mind, we’re proud to have made the Queensland Commitment, to break down personal, financial, and geographical barriers facing students to make education opportunities available for all Queenslanders.

These days, our Gatton Campus houses innovative research and teaching facilities in agriculture, animal science, veterinary science and the environment. We’ve partnered with government, industry and donors to invest in major research infrastructure, facilities and technologies, including: the largest solar research facility in the Southern Hemisphere, the state of the art Queensland Animal Sciences Precinct, and over 1000 hectares of farms.

Additional benefits of joining UQ, as well the Gatton campus specifically, include:

• Genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process
• Access to greater research funding opportunities, including grant writing support and post-fellowship contracts via our UQ Amplify initiative
• Recognition of prior service with other Australian universities
• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 25% discount on eligible UQ Vets services
• Access to our $4.1 million UQ Sports facility
• On campus childcare, medical clinic, post office, and community garden
• Free parking and intercampus bus

About You

• A degree in Veterinary Science, registrable in Queensland. Equivalent foreign qualifications may be considered in conjunction with other relevant qualifications.
• Recognition of advanced clinical or research training, and experience in small animal surgery or general practice disciplines (e.g. Membership of the Australian New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists) is desirable.
• Demonstrated expertise in the area of small animal surgery, general veterinary practice, and or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to develop innovative teaching programs in veterinary surgery and general practice at ‘Day One’ competency level, and related disciplines.
• Previous teaching experience in the area of small animal surgery, general veterinary practice or related disciplines. Teaching experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels is desirable.
• Experience in the provision of a high-quality surgical services in a specialist or general practice setting.
• Evidence of a contribution to research that may include applications for competitive external grants, and publishing in peer-reviewed journals and other veterinary publications.
• Capacity to provide an excellent clinical role model for colleagues and students.
• Demonstrated ability to work flexibly with use of initiative and autonomy.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, AHPRA registration, mandatory immunisations, first aid and/or CPR certification, blue card check, etc. 

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Wendy Goodwin at w.goodwin@uq.edu.au. For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.  

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Responses to the ‘About You’ section

About The Selection Process

Applicants invited for interview will be asked to present a shortened undergraduate-level mock lecture as part of the selection process. Please note that mock lectures, and interviews have been scheduled for the week commencing 16 September 2024. 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/ or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who may not meet all of the selection criteria are strongly encouraged to apply for and demonstrate their potential in the role, even if certain selection criteria can’t be met. Candidates may also wish to proactively outline any barriers or challenges which have impacted their career. The selection panel will consider both your potential and any performance relative to opportunity considerations when assessing your suitability for this role. 

The University of Queensland is committed to ensuring all candidates are provided with the opportunity to attend the panel interviews, however, for those candidates who are unable to attend in person, video interview options will be available.

Other Information 

At UQ we know that our greatest strengths come from our diverse mix of colleagues, this is reflected in our ongoing commitment to creating an environment focused on equity, diversity and inclusion.  We ensure that we are always attracting, retaining and promoting colleagues who are representative of the diversity in our broader community, whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to talent@uq.edu.au

Applications close August 22nd 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-37223).