Veterinary Disease Investigator

1 week ago


Thirsk, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom Animal and Plant Health Agency Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Veterinary Investigation Officer to join our team at the Animal and Plant Health Agency. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in safeguarding animal health and welfare, protecting Great Britain from exotic notifiable diseases.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting disease investigations in farm animals and wildlife, including post-mortems and diagnostic sampling. You will also be required to obtain relevant history from vets and farmers, use laboratory testing for diagnosis, and collate and report findings to veterinary clients, farmers, and APHA colleagues.

In addition, you will provide advice on diseases and make recommendations on disease control and prevention, conduct farm visits to investigate for possible new diseases, and participate in knowledge exchange and influence standards of animal health and welfare.

Person Specification

We are looking for candidates who have a strong understanding of the UK farming industry and diseases of farmed animals, as well as an interest or further experience in diagnostic pathology. You will also need to be able to engage with customers and stakeholders confidentially and professionally, produce reports to communicate veterinary knowledge, and demonstrate an ability to maintain and assure appropriate levels of quality assurance for scientific evidence and advice.

Requirements

Candidates must have a degree in Veterinary Medicine that is recognised in the UK, be registered with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, and have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English. You will also need to have a valid UK driving licence and be able to work effectively in a customer-facing role.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of £39,439, as well as contributions towards your membership of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. You will also have access to generous annual leave, flexible working, and a range of other benefits, including staff bonuses and recognition, salary sacrifice benefit options, and an employee discount scheme.



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