Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Veterinary General Practice (KU

We are looking for an ambitious individual to join the Harper & Keele Vet School team.  The postholder will use their clinical expertise primarily to feed into the fourth and fifth year of the BVetMS programme as well as informing the curriculum across the programme.

The post holder will work with other colleagues within the school and wider universities to ensure that their respective disciplines and areas of expertise are fully integrated into the programme, as part of the wider student development of professional competences and to foster the school strategic theme of excellence in primary care practice. The post holder will work will facilitate the integration of teaching from veterinary specialists, research active scientists to ensure content is current and evidence based. Engagement with strategic partners and other relevant stakeholders will be essential.  

Opportunities to develop institutional and national collaborations and scholarship in their area of interest will be available, informing individual academic career development and the potential to shape the future direction of the school’s research and engagement strategies across the veterinary sector.

The Successful applicant will have a degree in veterinary medicine, be a member (or eligible to become a member) of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, with experience and understanding of veterinary general practice in the UK context, with evidence of subject or discipline focus via post graduate work or education.  Previous educational experience will be required, and candidates will ideally hold fellowship (or above) with Advance HE.  Relevant post-graduate veterinary qualifications are desirable.  

The appointee will be primarily based at either the Keele University or Harper Adams University campus, however the role will require regular travel between Harper Adams and Keele University for delivery and collaborative working.

 

The Benefits 

The School recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:  

Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine) Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave  Excellent staff pension scheme  Access to continued personal, professional and career development  On site ‘outstanding’ nursery (Keele campus only) Health & fitness facilities on site  Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)  

 

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above

Both Harper Adams University and Keele University are committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.

Agile working (blend of home and office based) will be considered

Harper & Keele Veterinary School launched in 2020 with our first cohort of students. Combining the extensive resources and excellence at Harper Adams and Keele universities has created a rich and authentic environment for veterinary education and research, with both institutions recognised for their excellent student experience, strong community spirit and high-quality teaching. 

Combining a strong pedigree in animal sciences, veterinary nursing, veterinary physiotherapy and agricultural sustainability at Harper Adams University with the established reputation that Keele University proudly boasts in life sciences and human medicine, the School's model of veterinary education has strategic partnership at its very core.   

Staff and students at the Vet School uniquely benefit from two highly successful institutions, drawing on the resources at each campus and a network of partner veterinary practices and industry partners. Further information can be found at harperkeelevetschool.ac.uk.

Both universities value equality and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles. 

 

How to Apply

For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies 

For informal enquiries may be addressed to Vicki Waring, v.waring@hkvets.ac.uk Applications to this address will not be accepted.  

Closing Date 24 April 2025

Post reference: KU00004450

       

Closing Date: 24 Apr 2025

Department: Academic Staff & Research Degree Studentships

Salary: Grade 8 £48,149 - £57,422 - Grade 9 £59,139 - £68,529 (Incremental progression) Full Time / Part time 0.8 FTE or Job Share considered (Indefinite)