Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor Small Animal Surgery
James Cook University
Posted 17 days ago
The Opportunity
James Cook University is seeking a dedicated and experienced veterinary professional to join our team as a Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Small Animal Surgery. Based in our purpose-built Veterinary Teaching Hospital in Townsville, this full-time continuing role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to clinical teaching, service delivery, and veterinary research.
You’ll work alongside a dynamic and supportive team to educate the next generation of veterinarians, contribute to curriculum innovation, and support the delivery of high-quality clinical care in small animal surgery.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching in small animal surgery to undergraduate and postgraduate students
Supervise students, interns, and residents in clinical settings
Contribute to research, scholarly activity, and curriculum development
Collaborate with industry partners and contribute to professional engagement
Support the development of a world-class veterinary program focused on tropical, rural, and regional veterinary practice
About You
Veterinary degree registrable in Queensland (or eligibility for registration)
Postgraduate qualifications in small animal surgery (e.g. MANZCVS, FANZCVS, Dipl. ECVS or ACVS)
Experience in clinical teaching and supervision within a veterinary hospital
Strong communication skills and a team-focused, collaborative approach
Passion for student learning and innovation in veterinary education
What We Offer
Academic Level C: $125,576 – $144,453 + 17% superannuation
Academic Level D: $150,615 – $165,959 + 17% superannuation
Relocation and visa support (subject to eligibility)
5 weeks annual leave + 15 days personal leave
Flexible work options, professional development, salary packaging, and more
Access to a cutting-edge Veterinary Teaching Hospital and diverse caseload
Why Townsville?
Located in North Queensland, Townsville offers more than 300 days of sunshine a year, with easy access to the Great Barrier Reef, rainforests, and national parks. With a strong sense of community, affordable housing, and excellent amenities, it’s a fantastic place to live, work, and thrive.
Apply Now
If you're ready to shape the future of veterinary education and contribute to clinical excellence, we encourage you to apply.
📄 Submit your CV and a cover letter via the ‘apply’ button where you will be asked to complete an application form or alternatively, please apply directly via the via the JCU careers page
📅 Applications close: Sunday 1 June 2025
📞 For enquiries, contact A/Prof. John Cavalieri at [email protected] or +61 7 4781 4438.
About James Cook University
One of the world's leading institutions focusing on the tropics, Australia's James Cook University is surrounded by the spectacular ecosystems of the rainforests of the Wet tropics, the dry savannahs, and the iconic Great Barrier Reef. The organisation's unique location enables students from Australia and overseas to study in a diverse physical environment unparalleled by any university in the world. Ranked in the top four percent of the world's tertiary institutions by the respected Academic Ranking of World Universities produced by the Shanghai Jiao Tong University, James Cook University is dedicated to creating a brighter future for life in the tropics world-wide, through graduates and discoveries that make a difference. Source: this is an extract from the company's own website
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