Veterinary Clinical and Research Officer
- Employer
- The Moredun Group
- Location
- Penicuik, Midlothian
- Salary
- £40,000 - £52,000 dependent on experience
- Closing date
- 11 Jun 2021
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- Category
- Farm / Large animal
- Sector
- Research Institute
- Role
- Veterinary Surgeon, Research, Clinical
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full-time, Out of hours
Closing date: 11 June 2021
The role
We seek an enthusiastic and experienced veterinary surgeon to join our team to provide Clinical Veterinary medical and surgical care for Moredun livestock, and advice to the Moredun Group.
You will also undertake some industry-relevant livestock research activities within Moredun Research Institute and provide on-call, out-
of-hours, and weekend veterinary cover for our animals on a rota basis.
You will train for a Home Office Personal Licence and as a Named Veteri-nary Surgeon, be able to recognise and assess welfare and disease in animal species while ensuring that the requirements of the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act are correctly applied.
Essential requirements
You will be:
- A Qualified Veterinary Surgeon
- A member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (MRCVS).
- Compliant with current RCVS continuous professional development requirements
You will have:
- Clinical veterinary medical and surgical experience of farmed and laboratory species
- Knowledge and practical experience of Animal Euthanasia
- An interest in and some experience of veterinary research
- Management skills
- Previously worked in a veterinary-led team
- Competence in using IT packages
Full details of this role including the job description and person specification can be located on our website via the apply button.
How to apply
Please click 'apply' which will take you to our website where you will find an application form.
Staff benefits
In addition to access to training and development opportunities, you will access to:
- Competitive pension scheme – a minimum contribution of 5% and Moredun contributing a maximum of 15%.
- Group Life Assurance Scheme and an Income Protection Scheme
- Flexi-time system
- 6 weeks annual leave plus 7 days public holidays and a privilege day
- Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Benefits platform offering discounts at various retailers
- On site café.
The Moredun Group operates a number of policies including access to a family healthcare scheme and flexible working arrangements. We are also proud to have a Gold Award for Healthy Working Lives and work hard to promote a healthy lifestyle.
We are committed to creating a positive and inclusive environment, respecting equality, diversity, and encouraging good relations. We welcome applications from people irrespective of their age, sex, religion or belief, race, disability, or sexual orientation.
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