UP Posting - Academic
FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE
DEPARTMENT OF PRODUCTION ANIMAL STUDIES
SENIOR LECTURER: WILDLIFE CLINICIAN (ONE POST)
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above-mentioned vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
The Department seeks an experienced veterinarian to join our dynamic team tasked with enhancing wildlife productivity and welfare, community and environmental health. This person will focus on clinical services, teaching and research in fields related to wildlife health.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will actively participate in the following areas:
- Teaching and practical training of undergraduate and postgraduate veterinary and veterinary nursing students in medicine, surgery and management of wildlife;
- Clinical service in the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital, the surrounding community and satellite clinics, including participation in a 24-hour service;
- Postgraduate training and supervision;
- Research and publication in scientific journals;
- Networking with relevant industry stakeholders;
- Community engagement;
- Administrative and other duties as delegated by the Head of Department; and
- Academic self-development.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A BVSc or BVMCh degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
- An appropriate MMedVet degree and/or equivalent speciality board certification in Zoo/Wildlife medicine;
- Registration as a Wildlife Specialist with the SAVC, or eligibility for immediate registration;
- At least two full research peer-reviewed papers in ISI-accredited scientific journals as first or senior author;
- At least 4 years' full-time experience in wildlife medicine and health;
- Demonstrate the potential to become a competent lecturer at undergraduate and postgraduate level;
- Evidence of continued professional development or continued education development; and
- Demonstrate strong potential to become an established researcher.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Willingness to participate in extracurricular academic activities or events;
- Skills in wildlife population-level problem investigation, management interventions and related consultations;
- Research interest appropriate to the position;
- Candidates without a PhD: Commitment to obtain further postgraduate qualification in reasonable time;
- Good language and communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; and
- Generic teaching competence, including proficiency with presentation, word-processing and spreadsheet software.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- Experience with relevant specialised procedures, techniques and tools, e.g. software;
- Tertiary teaching and mentoring experience; and
- Exposure to research in an appropriate field.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online, quoting the applicable reference number.
In applying for this post, please attach:
- A comprehensive CV;
- Certified copies of qualifications and SAVC registration;
- Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
- Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research); and
- Self-evaluation, which must address each of the numbered minimum requirements and required competencies above. Applications that do not include these in the evaluation may be rejected.
CLOSING DATE: 24 May 2026
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
For application-related enquiries: Ms Granny Maseko (
granny.maseko@up.ac.za), Tel: (012) 529 8495
For enquiries relating to the post content: Prof Katja Koeppel (
katja.koeppel@up.ac.za), Tel: (012) 529 8213
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 August 2026, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to, candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.
By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information, including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, and current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to fill the advertised positions