Named Veterinary Surgeon

Stirling, SCOTLAND Part Time

Job Details

The University of Stirling is seeking to appoint a Named Veterinary Surgeon (NVS). The post offers an attractive alternative to other veterinary career options, such as general practice or work with industry. The postholder will be based at our Stirling Campus where they will have the opportunity to contribute to specialist teaching and training in agreement with or aligned with NVS responsibilities. The NVS role will support optimal health and welfare in groundbreaking national and international research projects and the development of the flagship National Aquaculture Technology and Innovation Hub. The NVS position will operate primarily in the world-leading Institute of Aquaculture, which ranked first (1st ) in the UK for research with impact in field of agriculture, veterinary and food science (REF2021).

The NVS is a key role in supporting our animal research, training, and engagement with the 3Rs. This role would suit an NVS who is keen to work independently and develop their own skills and interests whilst part of a team who are responsible for animal health and welfare and supporting staff.


Description of Duties

In addition to fulfilling the responsibilities of an NVS, Named Veterinary Surgeons the person appointed will:

  • Work with an experienced team of Named Persons under ASPA (NACWOs, PPLh, PILh etc.) as well as professional services, academics, and senior management
  • Oversee health monitoring and strategy including Veterinary Health and Welfare plans, clinical diagnosis and treatment
  • Act as NVS for facilities in Stirling and perform routine visits field stations at Buckieburn and on the Kintyre peninsula
  • Support the Establishment Licence Holder (ELH) to ensure Home Office compliance responsibilities are fulfilled
  • Meet regularly with the Establishment License Holder and Deputy to discuss health, welfare and treatment of animals
  • Advise on research ethics applications and be a member of the University’s Animal Welfare and Ethical Review Body (AWERB)
  • Stay informed of all activities, developments, and challenges related to our aquatic animal facilities and provide regular updates to the PELh and other management and staff
  • Work alongside academic researchers and a team of animal care technical specialists with high levels of expertise in aquatic animal production and research
  • Deliver specialist training on clinical aquatic practice and contribute to specialist teaching on undergraduate and post graduate courses, relevant to their role

Requirements


  • Veterinary degree with professional registration with the RCVS

Knowledge & Experience 

  • Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
  • Working knowledge of Home Office ASPA legislation and practices
  • Extensive experience of diagnostic and therapeutic practice in aquatic systems
  • Experience of developing and maintaining aquatic Veterinary Health and Welfare Plans
  • Demonstration on a day-to-day basis of involvement in safeguarding the welfare of protected animals in an establishment
  • Ability to ensure that adequate veterinary cover and services are available at all times
  • Be familiar with relevant methods listed on ASPA Schedule 1
  • Experience of working and communicating with specialist, non-specialist and senior level audiences
  • Full Driving licence


Desirable Criteria

Knowledge & Experience

  • Experience of participation in AWERB or equivalent
  • Knowledge of the husbandry, housing and welfare needs of aquatic species
  • Experience of working with commercial aquatic animal production facilities
  • Experience of training and teaching across a range of levels
  • Completion of Home Office approved NVS course
  • Completion of accredited ASPA relevant courses for NVS e.g. (E1, L, K theory and E2 and PILA for the species), PIL, L, E1, A, B and K

Skills & Attributes

  • Excellent interpersonal, organisation and communication skills
  • A high degree of computer literacy and experience with databases
  • Ability to work individually and as part of a team
  • A high level of self-motivation

Contact Information

University of Stirling Faculty of Natural Sciences (FNS)



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Post Date: 7/3/2025 10:28:51 AM
Closing Date: 8/3/2025 12:00:00 AM