FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE
DEPARTMENT OF COMPANION ANIMAL CLINICAL STUDIES
SENIOR LECTURER/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/ PROFESSOR: EQUINE MEDICINE (ONE POST)
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above-mentioned 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:
- Teaching and practical training of undergraduate and postgraduate veterinary and veterinary nursing students in Equine Medicine;
- Clinical service in the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital, surrounding community and satellite clinics, including participation in a 24-hour service;
- Postgraduate training and supervision where appropriate;
- Research and publication in scientific journals;
- Networking with relevant industry stakeholders;
- Community engagement;
- Administrative and other duties as delegated by the Head of Department; and
- Academic self-development.
Senior Lecturer:
- A BVSc- or BVMCh-degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
- For specialists: A MMedVet-degree in Equine Medicine and/or equivalent specialty board certification; and registration with the SAVC as a specialist in Equine Medicine or eligibility for registration within a reasonable period; at least one full peer-reviewed paper in an ISI accredited scientific journal as first or senior author;
- For non-specialists: A PhD degree in Equine Medicine with relevant experience; at least five full peer reviewed papers in ISI accredited scientific journals as first or senior author; and
- Four years veterinary experience with three years experience in predominantly Equine Medicine.
- A BVSc- or BVMCh-degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
- For specialists: A MMedVet-degree in Equine Medicine and/or equivalent specialty board certification; be in the process of completion of a PhD; and registration with the SAVC as a specialist in Equine Medicine or eligibility for registration within a reasonable period; and at least five full peer-reviewed papers in ISI accredited scientific journals as senior author or co-author;
- For non-specialists: A PhD degree in Equine Medicine; and at least ten full peer-reviewed papers in ISI accredited scientific journals as senior author or co-author in Equine Medicine;
- Five years relevant veterinary experience in Equine Medicine;
- Evidence of participation in research and discipline forums; and
- Postgraduate supervision.
- A BVSc- or BVMCh-degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
- A MMedVet-degree in Equine Medicine and/or equivalent specialty board certification;
- PhD in a relevant area;
- Registration with the SAVC as a specialist in Equine Medicine or eligibility for registration within a reasonable period;
- Eight years veterinary experience of practicing as a Specialist in Equine Medicine;
- Proven track record of excellence in research through evidence of full peer reviewed papers in ISI accredited scientific journals as senior author or co-author;
- Participation in research and discipline forums;
- Evidence of research excellence and international standing as a researcher; and
- Postgraduate supervision up to doctorate level.
- Proven knowledge and competence in Equine Medicine;
- Research interest appropriate to the position;
- Commitment to develop a teaching and learning portfolio required at the relevant teaching level.
- Candidates without a PhD: Commitment to obtain a PhD in a reasonable period of time
- Good language and communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; and
- Generic teaching competence including proficiency with presentation, word-processing and spreadsheet software.
- Experience with relevant specialised procedures, techniques and tools, e.g. software;
- Tertiary teaching and mentoring experience; and
- Exposure to research in an appropriate field.
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.
In Applying For This Post, Please Attach
- A comprehensive CV;
- Certified copies of qualifications and SAVC registation;
- Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
- Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research); and
- Self-evaluation which must address each of the minimum requirements and required competencies above. Applications that do not include these in the evaluation may be rejected.
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES: Prof Amelia Goddard, Tel: (012) 529 8260; amelia.goddard@up.ac.za
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 13 December 2023, 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 positions.
