Casual Academic - School of Veterinary Science
As one of the largest veterinary science groups in the Southern Hemisphere, the School's diverse group of academic and clinical staff contribute to animal science, health and welfare through innovative, practical research, advanced veterinary services and successful industry partnerships.
The five-year Bachelor of Veterinary Science degree is globally accredited by three major accrediting bodies in Australia/NZ (AVBC), UK (RCVS) and North America (AVMA).
UQ is also a leader both nationally and internationally in the emerging profession of veterinary technology, offering a 3-year Bachelor of Veterinary Technology degree, which combines theory, practical instruction and hands‑on experience.
With more than $140 million invested in purpose‑built teaching and research facilities at UQ's Gatton campus, students and research staff access an integrated site for animal production, health and welfare teaching and research activities set on 1,000 hectares of rural land.
About This Expression of Interest
The School of Veterinary Science has casual positions available for tutoring and teaching undergraduate veterinary science and veterinary technology students.
The practical and teaching skills we are looking for are:
* Husbandry procedures all species
* Clinical examination of large animals
* Clinical examination of small animals
* Small animal anaesthesia and general anaesthesia skills
* Animal reproduction and theriogenology
* Surgical procedures
* Preclinical teaching in foundational disciplines including anatomy and physiology
* Radiology
Our Ideal Candidate
The successful applicants will be veterinarians, or veterinary nurses/technicians. Postgraduate students in the veterinary fields or experienced tutors in preclinical disciplines are also encouraged to apply.
You must have ongoing unrestricted work rights in Australia to apply for this opportunity.
We value diversity and inclusion, and actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Our Diversity and Inclusion webpage contains further information if you require additional support. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to ***********@uq.edu.au.
What We Can Offer
We invest in the development of our Casual Academics through training sessions, plus a host of other University wide development initiatives.
Questions?
If you have any questions regarding this expression of interest, please contact Claire Girvin at ********@uq.edu.au
Want to Submit an Expression of Interest?
Please hit the APPLY button and follow the prompts.
All applicants will be asked to nominate their course and/or general subject area preference/s in the application form. In addition, all applicants must upload the following document for an application to be considered:
* A copy of your current CV/resume
Expressions of interest must be submitted by Monday 19 January 2026 at 11:59pm (AEST) for consideration for semester 1 in 2026. If you submit an expression of interest after this date, you may be considered for vacancies that arise throughout the year or the year following.
Internal Applicants
If you are a current UQ Employee, unpaid staff member or scholar, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity via our Internal Job Board.
To satisfy pre‑requisite questions and ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must apply via the UQ Workday portal. Applications received via other channels including direct email will not be accepted.
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