Job Description

This residency position provides an exciting opportunity for a veterinarian interested in a career in veterinary clinical microbiology and wishing to further develop their skills whilst studying for diploma level qualification. This clinical training position is based in the Veterinary Microbiology Diagnostic Laboratory (VMDL), within the Department of Veterinary Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology within the Institute of Infection, Veterinary and Ecological Sciences (IIVES) at the University of Liverpools Leahurst Campus on The Wirral.



The VMDL is an Approved Training Centre of the European College of Veterinary Microbiology (ECVM) and you will receive a broad practical and theoretical training in veterinary clinical microbiology, hospital infection control, clinical teaching and research. Residents are expected to apply to register with the ECVM; after 36 months of continuous attendance, they will become eligible to take the qualifying examination (Dipl.ECVM).



Please note that applicants must hold a veterinary qualification from the European Association of Establishments for Veterinary Education (EAEVE) and hold or be eligible for membership of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.



Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the skilled worker route, therefore this position is open to candidates from the UK or who already have a visa to work in the UK for the full period of the appointment.



This post is fixed term until 14th August 2028.



Commitment to Diversity

The University of Liverpool is committed to enhancing workforce diversity. We actively seek to attract, develop, and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all genders/gender identities, Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, individuals living with a disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.