Clinical Assistant: Clinical Pathology - Department of Companion Animal Clinical Studies

UP Posting - Academic

FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF COMPANION ANIMAL CLINICAL STUDIES

CLINICAL ASSISTANTS: VETERINARY CLINICAL PATHOLOGY ( FOUR-YEAR CONTRACT APPOINTMENT)

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 10

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

Applications are invited for a position as Clinical Assistants (Resident) with effect from 1 February 2025. The post is targeted at a veterinarian who wishes to become a clinical specialist in Clinical Pathology by completing a MMedVet-degree. Please refer to the relevant yearbook for the programme information at: https://www.up.ac.za/yearbooks/2025.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will actively participate in the following areas:

• An advanced training programme in Clinical Pathology with the view of obtaining the MMedVet (Clinical Laboratory Diagnostics) degree with speciality in Clinical Pathology;
• Didactic teaching and practical training of undergraduate veterinary and veterinary nursing students;
• Participate in Departmental research and publications;
• Participate in providing a clinical service in the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital and surrounding community, including a 24-hour service; and
• Perform community engagement activities.

Minimum Requirements

• BVSc-degree or BVMCh or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
• Registration with the SAVC or eligibility for registration within one year of appointment; and
• Two years veterinary clinical experience completed upon commencement of appointment or one-year rotating clinical internship in small- or large animal medicine and surgery. The CCS year may be considered as a year of clinical experience provided that evidence, such as a case log, can be provided to this effect.

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)

• Commitment to further academic development;
• Subject knowledge: Clinical Pathology;
• Good computer skills (Windows, MS Office).
• Appropriate language and communication skills;
• Conscientiousness and attention to detail;
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team; and
• Ability to work under pressure and multitask.

Added Advantages And Preferences

• Two years experience in Clinical Pathology;
• Teaching experience;
• Exposure to research in an appropriate field of Clinical Pathology; and
• Publications in the areas of veterinary science or Clinical Pathology and/or related field.

The all-inclusive remuneration package for this contract position will be commensurate with the incumbents level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za , and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In Applying For This Post, Please Attach

• Cover letter indicating that you comply with the above-mentioned requirements;
• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications and SAVC registration where applicable;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.

CLOSING DATE: 16 February 2025

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Ms MB Nyathela: bernice.nyathela@up.ac.za (HR).

Job content enquiries: Prof A Goddard ( amelia.goddard@up.ac.za ).

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 March 2025, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised position.