Tenure Track Assistant Professorship in Small Animal Surgery 100 %

Effective January 1, 2026
The Department of Clinical Veterinary Science at the Vetsuisse Faculty, University of Bern, invites applications for a Tenure Track Assistant Professorship in Small Animal Surgery (100%).

• Clinical Service: Provide clinical care for small animals and actively contribute to the day-to-day operations of the small animal surgery unit; active participation in the emergency service system for small animal surgery (back-up)
• Undergraduate Teaching: Deliver lectures, practical courses, and seminars in small animal surgery
• Resident Supervision: Guide and mentor ECVS residents
• Research: Lead and implement own research projects in Small Animal Surgery
• Supervision: Oversee PhD, Dr.med.vet., and master's students in their research projects
• Leadership: This position includes the role of Small Animal Surgery section Deputy Head

• Master Degree in Veterinary Medicine
• Diploma from the European College of Veterinary Surgeonss (ECVS) or the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS)
• PhD or equivalent scientific qualification, demonstrating internationally recognized research activity in the field of Small Animal Surgery
• Significant clinical experience, preferably with a focus on orthopedic surgery
• Fluency in English, preferably also German and/or French, or commitment to learn them for teaching and client communication

• Clinical experience
• Experience in academic teaching
• Quality of research output
• Amount of acquired external funding
• Contributions to academic committees and professional activities

• Initial term: 4 years
• Extension: Possible for 2 years following a positive evaluation
• Promotion: Eligible for promotion to a permanent professorship within 4–6 years, dependent on meeting the qualification criteria, determined by the regulations of the Vetsuisse Faculty Bern

• Motivation Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Relevant Certificates and Diplomas
• List of Publications (highlighting the three most relevant publications)
• Teaching Experience and External Funding Acquired
• Details of Previous Professional Activities and participation in Academic Committees
• Any other supporting documents