Specialist in Veterinary Small Animal Surgery, SLU

Department of Clinical Sciences

We are seeking a board-certified International specialist (European or American College of Veterinary Surgery (ECVS or ACVS Diplomate) in small animal surgery; alternatively, you hold a recognised national specialist title in small animal surgery.

About the position

Your primary responsibilities will be to provide clinical services in a broad range of surgery cases; orthopaedics, soft tissue, and neurosurgery cases.

You will support and develop the surgery team, supervise and teach students as well as residents and junior veterinarians. You aim to get involved in strategic development and management of the clinic.

Participation in the out-of-hours service is also expected. You will also provide guidance and support to veterinary nurses. Collaboration with colleagues within your discipline and across the faculty is a part of the role. Opportunities to engage in ongoing clinical research are available, and you may contribute to lecturing, small group teaching, and assessing veterinary students. A crucial aspect of your work will involve advising and collaborating with veterinarians in other disciplines, such as intensive care and in-patient care. Regular consultations with veterinarians, including referral veterinarians, is an integral part of this role.

Your profile

We are seeking a board-certified International specialist (European or American College of Veterinary Surgery (ECVS or ACVS Diplomate) in small animal surgery; alternatively, you hold a recognised national specialist title in small animal surgery. You have veterinary credentials from a university in Sweden or another EU/EEA country or from Switzerland or other teaching institution with credentials that are accredited by the European Association of Establishments for Veterinary Education (EAEVE) or the American Veterinary Association (AVMA). You are eligible to practise veterinary medicine in Sweden. You hold credentials as an ECVS or ACVS international specialist in small animal surgery. Alternatively, you hold a recognised national specialist title in small animal surgery. Proficiency in English is required, and you either speak a Scandinavian language or are committed to learning Swedish within a time-period of ca 2-3 years.

About us

The Department of Clinical Sciences (KV), including the University Animal Hospital (UDS), serves as the centre for clinical research and education at SLU, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. At UDS, veterinary students, veterinarians, and veterinary nurses receive hands-on training, while clinical research is actively conducted. The management team promotes a forward-thinking and supportive environment, encouraging employees to develop their skills and pursue their interests through ongoing professional development. 

Read more about our benefits and working at SLU by visiting: https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/

Location:

Uppsala, Sweden

Form of employment:

Permanent employment. SLU may use probationary employment.

Scope:

100%

Start date:

As soon as possible according to the agreement.

Application:

Please submit your application before deadline 14 November 2025. You can submit your application by clicking the button below.

Please include in your application: a letter of intent, a CV and copies of appropriate degree certificates.

Union representatives:

https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/

 

The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in the development for sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interaction between humans, animals and ecosystems and the responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Our main campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala, however, the university also operates at research stations, experimental forests and teaching sites throughout Sweden. SLU has around 3,000 employees, 5,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 3 billion. We are investing in attractive environments on all of our campuses. We strive to provide a work environment characterised by inclusivity and gender equality, where different experiences generate conversations between people and pave the way for science, creativity and development. Therefore, we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.