General Practice Veterinary Clinician

Full Time: 35 hours per week, plus maximum 1 in 6 Saturday mornings 

Fixed Term: 1 x 5 month Maternity Cover, 1 x 8 month Maternity Cover

2 Posts 

The Opportunity:

From local roots to global impact. Be part of something bigger.

Join the University of Edinburgh and you’ll be making a difference to everything around you. Be part of something bigger — where you’ll do meaningful work, grow and progress, be rewarded and recognised, and benefit from our strong commitment to your wellbeing. There are so many reasons to join us. 

The University of Edinburgh is a world-class organisation. We look for the best in the field across all disciplines and provide a working environment where academics can develop their careers and passion for their chosen subject area. We offer the full range of academic roles and have a genuine focus on our students performance and wellbeing.

We are looking for two enthusiastic and motivated individuals with significant experience in all aspects of primary care small animal practice to be part of a vibrant and exciting veterinary team.

Based at the Easter Bush Campus, Edinburgh, you will be responsible for a share of our first opinion feline and canine caseload, clinical undergraduate teaching and supporting core clinical research activities. 

We are situated within the Hospital for Small Animals, Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies and have access to state-of-the-art facilities including an on-site MRI facility, CT scanner and a wealth of other diagnostic modalities. 

The role offers the post holder an outstanding opportunity to develop an exciting career in the primary care sector with ample scope to develop novel interests and clinical skills. The post holder will join a dynamic team who are committed to delivering gold standard patient and client care whilst also training the next generation of primary care veterinarians. 

The academic environment provides many opportunities for CPD and career progression.

People have always been at the heart of our work. As part of the University, you are a part of our community. We are looking for people with drive, determination, and a passion for what they do. We are a place where everyone is welcome and offer a range of policies and benefits designed to support you in building the right meaningful/personalised flexibility for you.

A career with us has a range of other benefits that can be tailored to your lifestyle: 

• Working within one of the world’s leading universities
• Professional development and subject matter expertise
• Variety every day
• Excellent benefits and support

Apply Before: 10/04/2026, 23:59

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