Vacant job

Department of Clinical Sciences

We are seeking a clinically active veterinarian with broad experience in small animal practice and a particular interest in anesthesiology.

About the position

Your primary responsibilities will include responsibility for patients and patient safety in daily clinical work, as well as supervising students in anesthesia and analgesia at the university clinics. Participation in the out-of-hours service is also expected. In your day-to-day role, you will be actively involved in the clinical teaching of veterinary students, interns, and residents. You will also provide guidance and support to veterinary nurses. Opportunities to engage in ongoing clinical research are available, and you may also 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 inpatient care. Regular consultations with veterinarians, including referral veterinarians, are an integral part of this role.

Your profile

You hold veterinary credentials from a university in Sweden or another EU/EEA country or in Switzerland and are eligible to practice veterinary medicine in Sweden. It is a merit, but not a requirement, if you hold credentials as an EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia (or ACVAA board-certified specialist).

Proficiency in English is required, and you either speak a Scandinavian language or are committed to learning Swedish within a period of approximately 2–3 years.

Significant emphasis will be placed on personal qualities. We value a professional approach and expect you to be flexible, appreciate teamwork, and contribute to the smooth operation of the surgical department.

About us

The Department of Clinical Sciences (KV), including the University Animal Hospital (UDS), serves as the center for clinical research and education at SLU, the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. Swedish veterinary education recently celebrated its 250th anniversary. 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.

At SLU University Animal Hospital (UDS), education, research, and advanced veterinary care go hand in hand. We train the veterinarians and veterinary nurses of tomorrow and provide first-class care to pets, competition animals, and livestock. We also share knowledge with the public. By combining established knowledge with the latest research results, we are developing the veterinary care of the future.

Under one roof, we offer healthcare for horses, dogs, cats, and other small animals. In addition to modern, purpose-built facilities, we have access to advanced imaging diagnostics and a veterinary specialist laboratory. UDS operations also include an outpatient clinic that travels to stables and farms to examine and treat horses and farm animals.

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

Location:

Uppsala, Sweden

Form of employment:

Permanent employment. SLU may use a 6-month probationary employment period.

Scope:

100%

Start date:

As soon as possible according to the agreement.

Application:

Please submit your application before the deadline of 28 July 2026. 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/ (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 of 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 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral students, and a turnover of over SEK 4.5 billion. We are investing in attractive environments on all of our campuses. We strive to provide a work environment characterized 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.

Open to all We focus on your competence, not your other prerequisites. We are open to adapting the role or workplace to your needs.