Job Description

UP Posting - Academic

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FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE
DEPARTMENT OF COMPANION ANIMAL CLINICAL STUDIES
SENIOR LECTURER/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.



RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will actively participate in the following areas:

Teaching and practical training of undergraduate and postgraduate veterinary and veterinary nursing students in Clinical Pathology; Clinical service in the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital, the surrounding community, and satellite clinics, including participation in a 24-hour service; Postgraduate training and supervision where appropriate; Research and publication in scientific journals; Networking with relevant industry stakeholders; Community engagement; Administrative and other duties as delegated by the Head of Department; and Academic self-development.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Senior Lecturer:

BVSc- or BVMCh-degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification; MMedVet-degree in Veterinary Clinical Pathology and/or equivalent specialty board certification; Registration with the SAVC as a specialist in Veterinary Clinical Pathology or eligibility for registration within a reasonable period; Four years' veterinary experience with three years' experience in predominantly Veterinary Clinical Pathology; and At least two full peer-reviewed papers in ISI-accredited scientific journals as first or senior author.

Associate Professor:

BVSc- or BVMCh-degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification; MMedVet-degree in Veterinary Clinical Pathology and/or equivalent specialty board certification; PhD in a relevant area or in the process of completion of a PhD; Registration with the SAVC as a specialist in Veterinary Clinical Pathology or eligibility for immediate registration; Five years' veterinary experience of practicing as a Specialist in Clinical Pathology; At least five full peer-reviewed papers in ISI-accredited scientific journals as senior author or co-author; Evidence of participation in research and discipline forums; and Postgraduate supervision.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

Proven knowledge and competence in Clinical Pathology; Research interest appropriate to the position; Commitment to develop a teaching and learning portfolio required at the relevant teaching level. Commitment to obtain a PhD in reasonable time (Senior Lecturer & Associate Professor); 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. software; 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.


Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za


In applying for this post, please attach:A comprehensive CV; Certified copies of qualifications; Names, e-mail addresses, and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact; Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research); and Self-evaluation, which must address each of the minimum requirements and required competencies above. Applications that do not include these in the evaluation may be rejected.

CLOSING DATE: 29 October 2025

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES: MB Nyathela, Tel: (012) 529 - 8541 (bernice.nyathela@up.ac.za)


Job-related content: Prof Amelia Goddard, Tel: (012) 529 8293 (amelia.goddard@up.ac.za)


Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 06 January 2026, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference will be given, but is not limited to, candidates from under-represented designated groups.All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information, including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings, as part of the selection process.The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to fill the advertised positions.