Veterinary Surgeon – Preclinical Research

Veterinary Surgeon – Preclinical Research

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established preclinical research organisation. Working alongside an experienced Named Veterinary Surgeon (NVS), you will play a key role in supporting animal welfare, veterinary care, and regulatory compliance across a range of research programmes.

This position offers a structured development pathway, including training and support towards becoming a Named Veterinary Surgeon (NVS), making it an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian looking to build a long-term career within the research environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care and clinical oversight for animals
• Support animal welfare, health monitoring, and preventative medicine programmes
• Work closely with scientific and animal care teams to ensure high standards of welfare and compliance
• Assist with the review of study protocols and provide veterinary input where required
• Contribute to regulatory compliance in line with the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act (ASPA) and associated guidelines.
• Participate in veterinary investigations, case management, and welfare assessments
• Support training and development initiatives relating to animal welfare and veterinary best practice

Requirements

• MRCVS-qualified Veterinary Surgeon
• Previous experience working with dogs is essential
• Strong understanding of animal welfare and clinical veterinary practice
• A proactive and collaborative approach to working within multidisciplinary teams

Desirable Experience

• Experience working within a Contract Research Organisation (CRO) or research environment
• Knowledge of laboratory animal science and the regulatory framework governing animal research
• Exposure to ASPA-regulated procedures
• Interest in progressing towards Named Veterinary Surgeon (NVS) responsibilities

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Structured training and mentoring towards NVS status
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative scientific environment
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package

If you are a veterinarian with experience working with dogs and an interest in advancing your career within preclinical research, we would be pleased to hear from you.