Veterinary Disease Investigator

2 months ago


Bury St, Suffolk, United Kingdom Animal and Plant Health Agency Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Veterinary Disease Investigator 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
  • Conduct thorough disease investigations in farm animals and wildlife, including post-mortems and diagnostic sampling.
  • Obtain relevant history from veterinarians and farmers to inform disease investigations and provide data for disease surveillance.
  • Utilize laboratory testing to diagnose or rule out diseases, and collate, report, and discuss findings with veterinary clients, farmers, and APHA colleagues.
  • Provide expert advice on diseases and make recommendations on disease control and prevention.
  • Conduct farm visits to investigate potential new diseases, zoonoses, or threats to the food chain.
  • Collaborate with other veterinary and industry stakeholders, participate in knowledge exchange, and influence standards of animal health and welfare.
  • Conduct surveillance for notifiable diseases through sampling and gross diagnostic pathology.
Requirements
  • Strong knowledge of the UK farming industry and diseases of farmed animals.
  • Interest or further experience in diagnostic pathology.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to produce clear and concise reports to communicate veterinary knowledge.
  • Capacity to maintain and assure appropriate levels of quality assurance for scientific evidence and advice.
  • Strategic thinking, diagnostic, analytical, and creative problem-solving abilities.
What We Offer

As a Veterinary Disease Investigator with the Animal and Plant Health Agency, you will enjoy a competitive salary of £39,439, plus a contributory pension scheme and a range of benefits, including generous annual leave, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development.



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