Job Purpose
To support the teaching of clinical skills to undergraduate and postgraduate students in the areas of production animal health (PAH). To contribute to the School/College objectives to achieve national/ international excellence in veterinary education.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching:
1. To support academic and clinical staff in the delivery of skills-based training in PAH through the clinical teaching undertaken in the Galloway Building (Veterinary School), on-farm and through tutorials and seminars.
2. To participate in the development of new:
a. On-line resources for undergraduate veterinary education.
b. Modules for the clinical phase of the BVMS curriculum.
c. Resources for assessment (formative and summative).
d. Linkages with veterinary practices and food business operators that will lead to innovative partnerships for improved veterinary education.
e. Components in the contribution of delivery of CPD.
3. To participate in the planning, organisation and implementation of teaching and assessment exercises for undergraduate veterinary students.
4. To support the development of creative and innovative approaches to teaching and learning, in accordance with the University's Quality Enhancement Strategy, so that the educational opportunities available to students are maintained or improved.
5. To contribute to the ongoing development and design of the undergraduate curriculum.
6. To assist students with difficulties.
Clinical:
7. To participate in the clinics rota and after hours service for clinical cases, routine herd visits and problem investigation herd visits held in the SCPAHFS and the first opinion services to the University farm and a small number of commercial farms.
8. To contribute to clinical and/or clinical research activities of the School of Veterinary Medicine:
•by taking responsibilities for patients in conjunction with others in a way that ensures a high-level clinical service is delivered.
•by supervising other staff, including support staff, as required.
•by maintaining and developing clinical skills that are appropriate to generate personal credibility in the teaching of “day one” clinical skills.
Administration:
9. To participate in promotional activities and events relating to SCPAHFS.
10. To undertake administrative duties as requested by the Head of School, Head of Division or delegate.
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential
A1 Veterinary degree recognised by the RCVS.
Desirable
B1 Certificate or Diploma in a relevant discipline (RCVS, European or American) or eligibility to take qualifying examination.
B2 A track record of development and delivery of teaching.
Skills
Essential
C1 Excellent communication skills, both orally and written.
C2 Must have held a full, valid UK driving licence for 2 years. Special rules apply for drivers from outside the UK, please seek advice before applying.
C3 Enthusiasm for teaching and learning.
C4 Excellent interpersonal skills and presentation skills.
C5 Time, project and people management skills.
C6 Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
C7 Ability to work with little supervision.
C8 Self-motivated, able to plan for contingencies and think strategically.
C9 Ability to accept collegiate responsibilities and act accordingly.
Desirable
D1 Understanding and experience of databases and other IT applications/packages.
Experience
Essential
E1 Substantial experience of working in either:
a) production animal veterinary practice, or
b) livestock farms, or
c) veterinary or agricultural institute of further or higher education
Desirable
F1 A track record of development and delivery of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
F2 Experience of research and record of research publication.
F3 Experience of work in a veterinary educational institution.
Terms and Conditions
Salary will be Grade 8, £49,250 - £56,921 per annum.
This post is full time and to cover maternity leave for up to 12 months or until the substantive postholder returns.
As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.
2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https: // www. gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.
3 A flexible approach to working.
4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University https: // www. gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.
We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https: // www. gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.
We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https: // www. gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.
We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website https: // www. gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ for more information.
Informal Enquiries should be directed to Mr George King, [email protected] or telephone 07867380219.
Vacancy Ref: 155791, Closing Date: 06 November 2024.
Vacancy Ref : 155791 Close Date : 06-Nov-2024 23:45