Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Pathology

Salary Range:  Grade 8: £48,822 - £58,225 per annum

                          Grade 9: £59,966 - £69,488 per annum 

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join the faculty team at Harper & Keele Veterinary School as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Pathology. With this exciting opportunity, the post holder will have an important role in the practical and theoretical teaching and assessment of Veterinary Pathology content across the Harper & Keele BVetMS curriculum. 

The successful candidate must be a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (MRCVS) (or be eligible for registration without the requirement to sit the statutory membership examination) and must have higher level qualifications and depth of experience across animal species in Veterinary Pathology (anatomic or clinical). 

In addition to teaching, you will be expected to undertake other academic duties such as assessment, student support and student recruitment, working as part of the team as well as independently. You will be active in scholarship and professional development, and research is also strongly encouraged. 

The School recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:  

• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave  
• Excellent staff pension scheme   
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development   
• On site ‘outstanding’ nursery (Keele campus only)
• Health and fitness facilities on site
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility) 

The Harper & Keele Veterinary School is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.

The Harper & Keele Veterinary School values equality and diversity across the workforce and ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments, we welcome applications from individuals of Black, Asian, and ethnic minority backgrounds.

Please note this appointment is subject to medical clearance by the University’s Occupational Health provider.

The starting salary will typically be at the beginning of the pay scale for the grade.

To apply online for this vacancy and for full post details and copies of job descriptions, please click on the 'Apply' button above. 

For informal enquiries: Contact Prof. Philip Robinson, Deputy Head of School. 

Email: p.robinson3@hkvets.ac.uk

Closing date for applications: 5 July 2026

Interviews will be held on: 20 July 2026

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