Lecturer in Bioveterinary Sciences at University of Reading

Permanent, part time contract

Closing date: 4th September 2025

Candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

This position provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of the newly launched BSc Bioveterinary Sciences degree programme (involving teaching, administration and outreach), and to develop internationally competitive research in the area of animal science with an emphasis on animal health, welfare and/or behaviour. You will work as part of a dynamic team to develop and deliver lectures, seminars and practical sessions in subjects such as physiology, veterinary microbiology and animal nutrition within the undergraduate programme. You will also be the Academic Tutor for some undergraduate students and may co-supervise postgraduate research students. You may also contribute to the research agenda of the Department of Animal Sciences, and establish your own research portfolio. We would particularly welcome applicants with an interest within the broad area of animal welfare, behaviour and/or veterinary science (particularly of livestock), or in the area of sustainable production of animal-derived foods. The Department of Animal Sciences sits within the School of Agriculture, Policy and Development (SAPD), which has a global outlook and an international reputation for both education and research and was recently ranked 20th in the World QS subject rankings for Agriculture and Forestry. Within the University of Reading, SAPD has strong research links with the Schools of Chemistry, Food and Pharmacy, Biological Sciences, and Geography & Environmental Science, and has an established reputation for inter-disciplinary research. SAPD provides a welcoming, supportive, and progressive environment for career development and consists of a learning and research community from over 40 different nations. SAPD prides itself on its multidisciplinary research and education.

You will have:

• A PhD in a relevant discipline (animal or veterinary science) AND/OR be a qualified veterinarian, AND/OR have equivalent education and professional experience.
• The ability to conduct high quality teaching, including excellent presentation and communication skills.
• The ability and desire to undertake high quality research in animal health/welfare/behaviour, in collaboration with others at Reading, augmenting existing research strengths in sustainable animal production.
• A broad grounding in animal science (particularly health or welfare or behaviour).
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
• An enthusiastic, collaborative and positive attitude, and be co-operative when working with colleagues to deliver effective teaching and research

Interviews will be held: 25th September, 2025

Contact Name: Dr Caroline Rymer
Contact Job Title: Associate Professor of Animal Science; Co-Head of Department of Animal Sciences and Joint Programme Director, BSc Bioveterinary Science.
Contact Email address c.rymer@reading.ac.uk

Alternative Contact Name: Dr Kirsty Kliem
Alternative Contact Job Title: Associate Professor of Animal Science; Co-Head of Department of Animal Sciences
Alternative Contact Email address: k.e.kliem@reading.ac.uk

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.