Veterinary Council of Ireland Newman Fellowship in Veterinary Ethics

As part of its programme to provide post-doctoral research opportunities for scholars of proven academic excellence, University College Dublin invites applications for the prestigious Veterinary Council of Ireland’s Educational Trust Newman Fellowship in Veterinary Ethics.  The Fellowship is established with the generous support of the Veterinary Council of Ireland’s Educational Trust.

Applications are invited from candidates who hold a PhD in veterinary ethics, bioethics, animal welfare science or similar. A sound knowledge of veterinary practice is also desirable demonstrated either by academic qualifications or over 2 years work experience.  Ideally, demonstrable skills in qualitative research methodology and thematic analysis are desirable.  Relevant scientific publications in international peer reviewed journals should demonstrate a portfolio of high quality research output along with conference publications and evidence of clinical experience.

The Veterinary Council of Ireland’s Educational Trust Newman Fellowship is tenable for two years.  The successful applicant will be based in the UCD School of Veterinary Medicine, Dublin, Ireland.

Informal enquiries regarding this Fellowship may be directed to Professor Stephen Gordon, UCD School of Veterinary Medicine (Stephen.Gordon@ucd.ie).

To apply please submit the following forms:

Newman Fellowship Application Form

Newman Fellowship Referee Form

plus a CV and cover letter to: 

Amy Smith

UCD Graduate Studies

Research Building 

Belfield

Dublin 4

Ireland

Closing Date for applications is Friday 26^th July 2013