FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE DEPARTMENT OF PRODUCTION ANIMAL STUDIES LECTURER: REPRODUCTION (ONE POST) The successful candidate will actively participate in the following areas: Teaching and practical training of undergraduate and postgraduate veterinary and veterinary nursing students in reproductive health in the different species; Clinical service in the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital including participation in a 24-hour service; Postgraduate training and supervision where appropriate; Research and publication in scientific journals; Engagement with owners, breeders, farmers and relevant industry stakeholders; Community engagement; Administrative and other duties as delegated by the Head of Department; and Academic self-development. Closing date: 26 MAY 2024 No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: LECTURER: A BVSc or BVMCh degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification; Registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) or registrable within a reasonable time; Must be registered or willing to register in 2024 for Masters programme – MMedVet degree (Gyn) or MSc veterinary science (if the latter then with a relevant reproduction focus), and be able to graduate in reasonable time; A minimum of three years of veterinary clinical experience predominantly in reproduction aspects (case log required); and Evidence of continued professional development or continued education development. Or A Bachelor's degree (BVet Nursing or BSc) degree or equivalent professional veterinary nurse qualification; Registration as a Veterinary nurse with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC); MSc degree with particular focus on companion or production reproduction aspects; Minimum of five years of veterinary nursing clinical experience (case log required); and At least five full peer reviewed papers in accredited scientific journals as senior or co-author. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES): Proven knowledge and competence in veterinary clinical work with an emphasis on reproduction aspects; Research interest appropriate to the position; Candidates without a PhD: Commitment to obtain a PHD in reasonable time in a field relative to the discipline of veterinary reproduction; Good language and communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; and Generic teaching competence including proficiency with presentation, word-processing and spreadsheet software. ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES: Experience with relevant specialised procedures, techniques and tools, e.g. assisted reproduction technologies such as gamete cryopreservation; Prior experience of, or intention to develop a focus for supporting clinical and research aspects of an IVF program; Tertiary teaching and mentoring experience; and Exposure to research in an appropriate field. The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium. Apply Now

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