Small Animal Veterinarian with Focus on Anaesthesiology
Sveriges LantbruksuniversitetSammanfattning
The University Animal Hospital (UDS) at the Department of Clinical Sciences is seeking a clinically active veterinarian with experience in small animal practice and anaesthesiology. This permanent position in Uppsala, Sweden, involves patient care, supervising students, and participating in clinical teaching and research. The role emphasizes collaboration with other veterinarians and offers opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.Jobbet i korthet
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Wellness allowance.Standard 39-hour work week.Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
Ansök senast: 2026-11-03
Publicerad: 2026-09-23
Beskrivning
Department of Clinical Sciences
The University Animal Hospital (UDS) at the Department of Clinical Sciences (KV), serves as SLU's centre for clinical research and education. At UDS, veterinary students, veterinarians, and veterinary nurses receive hands-on training, while clinical research is actively conducted. The management team promotes a forward-thinking and supportive environment, encouraging employees to develop their skills and pursue their interests through ongoing professional development. Benefits include a wellness allowance and a standard 39-hour work week.
We are now seeking a clinically active veterinarian with broad experience in small animal practise and anaesthesiology. Welcome with your application!
About the position
Your primary responsibilities will include responsibility for patients and patient safety in the daily clinical work and supervising students in anaesthesia and analgesia within the university clinics. Participation in the out-of-hours service is also expected.
In your day-to-day role, you will be actively involved in the clinical teaching of veterinary students, interns, and residents. You will also provide guidance and support to veterinary nurses.
Opportunities to engage in ongoing clinical research are available, and you may also contribute to lecturing, small group teaching, and assessing veterinary students. A crucial aspect of your work will involve advising and collaborating with veterinarians in other disciplines, such as intensive care and in patient care. Regular consultations with veterinarians, including referral veterinarians, are an integral part of this role.
Your profile
You have veterinary credentials from a university in Sweden or another EU/EEA country or in Switzerland and is eligible to practise veterinary medicine in Sweden.
It is a merit, but not a requirement, if you hold credentials as an EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia (or ACVAA board-certified specialist). Teaching and/or research experience in the field is considered merits.
Proficiency in English is required, and you either speak a Scandinavian language or are committed to learning Swedish within a time-period of ca 2-3 years.
Significant emphasis will be placed on personal qualities. We value a professional approach and expect you to be flexible, appreciate teamwork, and contribute to the smooth operation of the surgical department.
About us
The Department of Clinical Sciences is responsible for undergraduate education, research and postgraduate education in anaesthesiology, diagnostic imaging, veterinary nursing, epidemiology, laboratory animal science, surgery, clinical chemistry, medicine and reproduction. Our activities within all these fields encompass all animal species.
At the SLU University Animal Hospital (UDS), education, research and advanced veterinary care go hand in hand. We educate tomorrow's veterinarians and veterinary nurses and provide first-class care for companion animals, competition animals and production animals. We also share knowledge with the general public. By combining established knowledge with the latest research findings, we are developing the veterinary care of the future.
Under one roof, we provide veterinary care for horses, dogs, cats and other small animals. In addition to modern, purpose-built facilities, we have access to advanced diagnostic imaging and a specialist veterinary laboratory.
Read more about our benefits and working at SLU by visiting: https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/
Location:
Uppsala, Sweden
Form of employment:
Permanent employment. SLU may use probationary employment.
Scope:
100%
Start date:
As soon as possible according to the agreement.
Application:
Please submit your application before deadline 3 November 2026. You can submit your application by clicking the button below.
Please include in your application:
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Letter of intent
Copies of appropriate degree certificates
Union representatives:
https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/
The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in the development for sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interaction between humans, animals and ecosystems and the responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Our main campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala, however, the university also operates at research stations, experimental forests and teaching sites throughout Sweden. SLU has around 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 4,5 billion. We are investing in attractive environments on all of our campuses. We strive to provide a work environment characterised by inclusivity and gender equality, where different experiences generate conversations between people and pave the way for science, creativity and development. Therefore, we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
The University Animal Hospital (UDS) at the Department of Clinical Sciences (KV), serves as SLU's centre for clinical research and education. At UDS, veterinary students, veterinarians, and veterinary nurses receive hands-on training, while clinical research is actively conducted. The management team promotes a forward-thinking and supportive environment, encouraging employees to develop their skills and pursue their interests through ongoing professional development. Benefits include a wellness allowance and a standard 39-hour work week.
We are now seeking a clinically active veterinarian with broad experience in small animal practise and anaesthesiology. Welcome with your application!
About the position
Your primary responsibilities will include responsibility for patients and patient safety in the daily clinical work and supervising students in anaesthesia and analgesia within the university clinics. Participation in the out-of-hours service is also expected.
In your day-to-day role, you will be actively involved in the clinical teaching of veterinary students, interns, and residents. You will also provide guidance and support to veterinary nurses.
Opportunities to engage in ongoing clinical research are available, and you may also contribute to lecturing, small group teaching, and assessing veterinary students. A crucial aspect of your work will involve advising and collaborating with veterinarians in other disciplines, such as intensive care and in patient care. Regular consultations with veterinarians, including referral veterinarians, are an integral part of this role.
Your profile
You have veterinary credentials from a university in Sweden or another EU/EEA country or in Switzerland and is eligible to practise veterinary medicine in Sweden.
It is a merit, but not a requirement, if you hold credentials as an EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia (or ACVAA board-certified specialist). Teaching and/or research experience in the field is considered merits.
Proficiency in English is required, and you either speak a Scandinavian language or are committed to learning Swedish within a time-period of ca 2-3 years.
Significant emphasis will be placed on personal qualities. We value a professional approach and expect you to be flexible, appreciate teamwork, and contribute to the smooth operation of the surgical department.
About us
The Department of Clinical Sciences is responsible for undergraduate education, research and postgraduate education in anaesthesiology, diagnostic imaging, veterinary nursing, epidemiology, laboratory animal science, surgery, clinical chemistry, medicine and reproduction. Our activities within all these fields encompass all animal species.
At the SLU University Animal Hospital (UDS), education, research and advanced veterinary care go hand in hand. We educate tomorrow's veterinarians and veterinary nurses and provide first-class care for companion animals, competition animals and production animals. We also share knowledge with the general public. By combining established knowledge with the latest research findings, we are developing the veterinary care of the future.
Under one roof, we provide veterinary care for horses, dogs, cats and other small animals. In addition to modern, purpose-built facilities, we have access to advanced diagnostic imaging and a specialist veterinary laboratory.
Read more about our benefits and working at SLU by visiting: https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/
Location:
Uppsala, Sweden
Form of employment:
Permanent employment. SLU may use probationary employment.
Scope:
100%
Start date:
As soon as possible according to the agreement.
Application:
Please submit your application before deadline 3 November 2026. You can submit your application by clicking the button below.
Please include in your application:
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Letter of intent
Copies of appropriate degree certificates
Union representatives:
https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/
The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in the development for sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interaction between humans, animals and ecosystems and the responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Our main campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala, however, the university also operates at research stations, experimental forests and teaching sites throughout Sweden. SLU has around 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 4,5 billion. We are investing in attractive environments on all of our campuses. We strive to provide a work environment characterised by inclusivity and gender equality, where different experiences generate conversations between people and pave the way for science, creativity and development. Therefore, we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
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