Description of Post

The successful candidate will deliver teaching in veterinary pharmacology, clinical pharmacology and therapeutics, linking pharmacological principles to clinical decision-making, safe prescribing and evidence-based veterinary practice.

The role will also contribute to teaching in veterinary toxicology and medicines regulation, supporting the development of veterinary graduates capable of safe prescribing, responsible use of medicines and the management of toxicological emergencies.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a modern veterinary curriculum that integrates pharmacological science with clinical veterinary practice.

The role also offers opportunities for collaboration with veterinary practitioners, regulatory bodies and industry partners in areas including antimicrobial stewardship and responsible use of veterinary medicines.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring veterinary graduates develop the knowledge and skills required to:

• prescribe veterinary medicines safely and effectively
• understand pharmacological principles underpinning treatment decisions
• apply evidence-based therapeutics in clinical practice
• manage toxicological emergencies
• support responsible use of medicines including antimicrobial stewardship.

The role will contribute to embedding pharmacological knowledge across the veterinary curriculum and supporting the development of competent and responsible veterinary practitioners.

Essential Qualifications

• An honours degree in Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Science, Pharmacology or a closely related discipline from a recognised degree awarding body.
  • Registration, or eligibility for registration, with the Veterinary Council of Ireland as a Veterinary Practitioner where applicable.
  • A Master’s Degree in a relevant Level 9 programme (NFQ) or equivalent.
  • A minimum of three years relevant post-qualification clinical, academic or research experience.
  • Experience relevant to veterinary pharmacology, therapeutics or toxicology.

Applicants must have completed a suitable teaching and learning programme in line with the requirements of the Veterinary Council of Ireland. An applicant who has not completed such training will be deemed to have met the minimum requirements upon receipt of a commitment to commence appropriate training within one year of appointment.