Vacant job

Department of Clinical Sciences

Ruminant medicine encompasses diagnostics, medical and surgical treatment, as well as the prophylaxis of diseases in ruminants (primarily cattle, sheep, and goats) at both the individual and herd level.

We are looking for an engaged clinical veterinarian specializing in ruminant medicine with a strong interest in teaching and clinical practice.

About the Job

The main content of the position is teaching in ruminant medicine within the Veterinary Program. The teaching is conducted primarily in Swedish and includes group discussions, seminars, demonstrations, and practical exercises. The role also involves coordination and administrative tasks related to the clinic, student matters, courses, teaching moments, and examinations. Teaching at other units within the department may occur depending on operational needs.

The teaching covers both theoretical and practical-clinical work, including medical and surgical treatments as well as preventive animal healthcare. Clinical activities are carried out at the SLU Ruminant Clinic, where referred cases are received, as well as in the dairy herd at the Lövsta Research Centre and in other herds. Duties include sampling and diagnostics, administration, treatment, surgical procedures, herd investigations, and careful record-keeping.

You will participate in dialogue with referring veterinarians and farmers, and organize students' work within the clinical operations to ensure a high-quality clinical education in ruminant medicine. The role also involves contributing to good service for veterinarians, animal owners, and organizations. Active participation in ward rounds is included and contributes to continuous competence development. The distribution between clinical work and theoretical teaching may vary over time. Evening and weekend work may occur.

Your Background

Qualifications:

The incumbent must:

• hold a Swedish veterinary license
• have a valid B-class driver's license
• be able to express themselves well, both orally and in writing, in Swedish and English.

Assessment Criteria:

The assessment will take into account:

• motivation and interest in the subject
• ability to work both independently and in a team
• administrative skills
• experience in clinical and theoretical teaching in ruminant medicine

The position will be offered to the candidate who, after a qualitative overall assessment, is deemed to have the best prerequisites for carrying out the duties. Great importance will be attached to personal qualities.

About Us

The Department of Clinical Sciences is responsible for undergraduate education, research, and doctoral education within the scientific fields of veterinary medicine, animal care, and animal science. The department's operations primarily concern our common Swedish domesticated animal species (livestock) with a focus on anesthesiology, imaging diagnostics, animal care, epidemiology, laboratory animal medicine, surgery, clinical chemistry, medicine, and animal reproduction.

Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/ (https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/)

Location:

Uppsala

Employment Type:

Permanent. SLU may apply a probationary period.

Scope:

100%

Start Date:

2026-10-01 or by agreement.

Application:

We welcome your application via the button below by 2026-07-31.

Union Representatives:

https://internt.slu.se/min-anstallning/facket/kontaktpersoner/ (https://internt.slu.se/min-anstallning/facket/kontaktpersoner/)

The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) plays a key role in the development of sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interactions 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. The main campuses are in Alnarp, Umeå, and Uppsala, but operations are also conducted at research stations, test parks, and educational sites throughout the country. SLU has over 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral students, and a turnover of over 4.5 billion SEK. The university invests in attractive environments on its campus areas. We work for an equal and inclusive working environment where open dialogue between people with different experiences lays the foundation for scientific rigor, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome people with different backgrounds and perspectives to apply for the current position.