About The Team
Murdoch University is home to the only Veterinary School in Western Australia and through The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University provides both a state-of-the art specialist-referral hospital that is home to leaders within the field of Veterinary Medicine as well as offering exceptional clinical hands-on experience for its students and education of the next generation of Veterinarians.
At The Animal Hospital At Murdoch University (TAHMU) we practice the highest professional and clinical standards of care in an environment founded in genuine care and compassion. The ECC service includes 2 specialists, 2 registrars, 4 residents, 1 specialty trainee and 7 permanent ECC vets who collaborate with a wonderful nursing team. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to join a truly unique team who love what they do. Our Assistant Veterinarian opportunity aims to develop your clinical and non-clinical competencies through a structured 12-month program that offers un unparalleled advantage to any Recent Graduate wishing to pursue a career in ECC.
Your New Role
To provide high quality veterinary services to animals in The Animal Hospital At Murdoch University under the guidance of senior clinicians.
The Oncology section within TAHMU is a team of exceptional veterinary professionals dedicated to being the benchmark for patient and client standards of care in the field of Oncology in Perth, Western Australia, and Australia. Our Graduate Veterinarian position offers a new and industry-leading program to provide foundational knowledge and competencies including consultation, diagnostic investigation, treatment and basic surgical skills specific to the field of Oncology. Your progression and development of these competencies will be supervised and supported by our Oncology senior lecturer and experienced veterinarians over a 12-month duration with increasing case responsibility. To complement your clinical training, you will also undertake, internal CPD, and Fear Free accreditation as well as having access to Journal Club and Multidisciplinary rounds to augment your learning opportunities.
We are committed to helping you develop a sustainable and rewarding career pathway within the field of Oncology. This position would be ideal for someone new or recently graduated who wants to practice the highest standards of care in oncology medicine or as preparation for a specialty trainee or residency program.
Please refer to the Position Description for further details.
What We Offer You
This Fixed Term (12 Months) | Part time (28.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $89,396.00– $96, pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.
You'll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.
As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:
* Periodic salary increases between 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling an 6% increase
* Flexible work arrangements
* Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
* Indigenous Language Allowance
* Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
* Employee Assistance Program
* On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic
For further information, check out our benefits and services page
Join us
Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -
* A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
* Your most recent resume (CV)
What you'll bring to the role:
* A passion for providing high quality veterinary care in an oncology setting.
* Demonstrated ability to use initiative, work proactively and approach problems with a 'can do' attitude
* Excellent organisation, time and workload management skills including the ability to prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills and a love for working in a team.
Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.
Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.
Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
Contact Us
For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Dee Marchesi, Associate Clinical Director and Clinical Operations Manager,, and quote JR104606 as the reference.
Applications Close on 16 December :59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Please note that the University will be operating under a Limited-Service-Period from 19 December 2025 to 5 January 2026. During this time, recruitment activity will pause, and candidates may experience delays in communication. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.