Clinical Assistant: Equine Medicine or Surgery - Faculty of Veterinary Science

DEPARTMENT OF COMPANION ANIMAL CLINICAL STUDIES

CLINICAL ASSISTANT

EQUINE MEDICINE OR SURGERY (ONE POST)

(THREE-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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will actively participate in the following areas:

• An advanced training programme in Equine Medicine or Surgery as part of a MMedVet(Med) degree
• Clinical/practical training of undergraduate and postgraduate students in Equine Medicine or Surgery
• Departmental research and publications including completion of a mini dissertation
• Clinical service in the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital and surrounding community, including a 24-hour service
• Community engagement activities
• Departmental and faculty administrative activities and other duties as delegated by the Head of Department.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• BVSc-degree or BVMCh or equivalent professional veterinary qualification
• Registration as a Veterinarian with the SAVC or eligibility for registration within one year of appointment
• Two years' general veterinary clinical experience completed upon commencement of appointment @1 January 2019 or a one year internship.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES)

• Commitment to further academic development
• Subject knowledge: Equine Medicine
• Appropriate language and communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good computer skills (Windows, MS Office, internet).

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Two years' experience in Equine Medicine or Surgery
• Teaching experience
• Exposure to research in an appropriate field of  Equine Medicine or Surgery
• Publications in the areas of veterinary science or Equine Medicine and/or related field.

In applying for this post, please attach: A comprehensive CV; Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.

CLOSING DATE: 31 October 2018, No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Dr Y Smit, Tel: (012) 529 8141, or e-mail: yolandi.smit@up.ac.za

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 December 2018, 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. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials. The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.