Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science

Department of Clinical Sciences

One Health is an integrated, unifying approach aimed at sustainably balancing and optimizing the health of people, animals, and ecosystems, recognizing that the health of humans, domestic and wild animals, plants, and the broader environment are closely interconnected and interdependent. By linking people, animals, and the environment, One Health can help address the full spectrum of disease control – from prevention to detection, preparedness, response, and management – and contribute to global health. The VH Faculty hosts the platform SLU Future One Health, a strategic platform for promoting interdisciplinary research, education, and collaboration for the good health and welfare of animals and humans in sustainable ecosystems.

As a complement to the faculty-wide role of SLU Future One Health, the VH faculty is now establishing a One Health Hub from the perspective of animal husbandry. The hub has three core areas, each led by a One Health Professor: 1) Comparative Medicine: similarities and differences in biology between domestic animals and humans, 2) Antimicrobial Resistance: working against ineffective medications, and 3) Food-producing healthy animals in circular systems.

The Department of Clinical Sciences is responsible for undergraduate education, research, and postgraduate education in the fields of veterinary medicine, animal care, and animal science. The department's activities primarily concern our common Swedish domestic animal species (pets) with a focus on anesthesiology, imaging diagnostics, animal care, epidemiology, laboratory animal medicine, surgery, clinical chemistry, medicine, and pet reproduction. Additionally, the SLU University Animal Hospital (UDS) is an integral part of the department.

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Subject Description

The subject of the position is One Health with a focus on comparative medicine, that is, similarities and differences in biology among species including humans. The subject includes the development of new diagnostic tools, prophylaxis, and treatment methods for the benefit of both humans and domestic animals concerning dogs, cats, horses, cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs.

Responsibilities

The holder of the position shall within the subject of employment:

• develop and lead internationally successful research
• develop, lead, and participate in teaching at undergraduate, advanced, and doctoral levels
• primarily teach within the veterinary program, but also in other programs and courses at undergraduate, advanced, and doctoral levels where the subject is included
• develop and maintain national and international networks with academia, relevant authorities, industries, organizations, and the wider community
• collaborate with other research groups within SLU to strengthen the university's interdisciplinary activities in the area of One Health
• seek external research funding at both national and international levels
• supervise doctoral students and veterinarians in specialist training
• actively participate in clinical work and teaching
• contribute to the strategic development of the department, faculty, and SLU
• communicate research results and other relevant subject information to the surrounding community
• perform administrative tasks within the department, faculty, and university.

Eligibility, Assessment Criteria, and Other Information:

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Application Deadline:

2025-04-28

Location:

Uppsala

Extent:

100%

Employment Type:

Permanent

Start Date:

By agreement

Application:

It is desirable that the application be written in English, as applications will be assessed by experts both in Sweden and abroad.

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Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) plays a key role in the development of sustainable living, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interactions between humans, animals, and ecosystems and responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Main locations are Alnarp, Umeå, and Uppsala, but activities are also conducted at research stations, experimental parks, and educational sites throughout the country.

SLU has over 3000 employees, 5000 students and doctoral candidates, and a turnover of over three billion SEK. The university invests in attractive environments on its campuses. We strive for a gender-equal and inclusive work environment where open conversations between people with diverse experiences lay the foundation for scientific integrity, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to apply for the current position.