Veterinary Lecturer in Animal Welfare, Ethics & Behaviour

By joining the University of Lancashire, you’ll become part of a thriving community of talent that’s united by a shared vision – to transform the lives of our students and create prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Every colleague has a vital role to play in helping us achieve this vision.

The School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Lancashire is an international, research-active institution, the first facility of its kind to open in the county. You will be joining a talented team who are leading the way in modern learning today, committed to widening access and participation in veterinary education. The School is developing further research activities and postgraduate teaching opportunities, along with bespoke teaching and research environments.

Collaboration with internal and external research networks is encouraged.

You will contribute to the course development, delivery and management of undergraduate and postgraduate education for students enrolled in the School of Veterinary medicine with a focus on the topic of animal behaviour, welfare & ethics. You will work closely with the School of Veterinary Medicine’s academic and digital development team to create innovative and accessible learning provision to UG and PG learners, supervise and support undergraduate and postgraduate research, and contribute to the wider School and University activities.

The successful candidate will have knowledge and practical skills in Animal Sciences including behaviour, welfare and ethics. They must hold at least a 2:1 (Hons) degree or equivalent in veterinary medicine, animal science or another relevant discipline as well as a relevant Level 7 qualification or significant professional specialisation. You should be flexible and innovative in your teaching approach, prepared to teach across a variety of degrees within the school and be committed to widening participation in education and animal welfare in practice.

It would be beneficial to have teaching and assessment experience at Levels 4-7 and an ability to engage in research activity relevant to your field of expertise. Knowledge of research design, statistical analysis (particularly in R Studio) and practical experience of evidence-based companion animal handling is desirable.

We welcome any questions about the role, and these should be directed to Dr Carrie Ijichi.

We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience and the written elements of your application should accurately reflect your own communication style. Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need to assess your skills and experience.

We have a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform which includes a 24/7 online GP.

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

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Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.