About The Team
The School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) is responsible for the training of veterinary science graduates and the degree program has received international accreditation. A central part of the training is development of core clinical competencies and as part of this process veterinary science students undertake training in our hospital, clinics and clinical services. In addition to the training of undergraduate veterinarians, SVM also trains a number of postgraduate specialists in Residency programs.
The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University is an ASAVA accredited facility with a robust referral, emergency and primary care caseload across a breadth of companion animal and food animal species. The Animal Hospital provides clinical experience for fifth year veterinary students enrolled in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program and provides caseload for the training of residents and discipline-specific postgraduate trainees.
Your New Role
An Associate Lecturer in Veterinary Medicine is expected to carry out activities to develop scholarly research and professional expertise relevant to their veterinary specialist discipline. This position contributes to the teaching effort of the school, particularly at the undergraduate level, and is also expected to perform clinical service and a limited range of administrative functions.
Your Key responsibilities will include –
* Contribute to teaching within the discipline, with an emphasis on clinical patient-side teaching, and contribution to tutorials, seminars, practical classes, marking and assessments.
* Contribute to the application of innovative teaching and learning methods and professional practice in teaching to support learning across the clinical and academic environment.
* Undertake additional advanced training within a field of veterinary specialisation (within an approved Australian, European or American residency training program) to develop future clinical activities within the discipline.
* Participate in the discipline's clinical service at The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University.
* Apply the approved SVM teaching and learning strategy for training and assessing veterinary students, including provision of feedback to students.
* Participate in high quality research within the specialism.
* Consult with, and provide advice to, undergraduate students.
Please refer to the Position Description for further details.
What We Offer You
This Continuous, Full Time attracts a remuneration of $79,915 – $107,770 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 degree in Veterinary Science registrable with the Veterinary Surgeon's Board of Western Australia
* Two or more years of professional experience, preferably with demonstrated experience teaching veterinary professional practice or in a relevant clinical discipline.
* Demonstrated ability to work under general guidance, exercise initiative in undertaking responsibilities and work effectively as a team member.
* Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary and collegial team.
* Demonstrated high levels of written and oral communication skills in English.
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 Henry Annandale, Dean of Veterinary Medicine and quote JR104714 as the reference.
Applications Close on 4th January :59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
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.