À propos de ce poste Clinical Training Programs - School of Veterinary Medicine chez Murdoch University
Murdoch University School of Veterinary Medicine
Clinical Training Programs commencing January 2027
The School of Veterinary Medicine, Murdoch University has vacancies in the following programs commencing in January 2027.
12-month discipline-specific traineeships
Large Animal - Equine
Small Animal Surgery
Small Animal Rotating (Medicine, Oncology & Cardiology)
Emergency & Critical Care
Anaesthesia
The 12-month postgraduate trainee program is a year-long, advanced clinical training program in the School of Veterinary Medicine at Murdoch University in Western Australia. The training program offers clinical experience in specific disciplines and an opportunity to gain formal scholarly training through concurrent enrolment in a graduate program.
These positions would suit a recent graduate veterinarian interested in further university training and upskilling in areas relevant to general practice, or as a stepping stone to further clinical training, such as a residency. Exceptional new graduates will be considered.
An annual stipend of $40k is offered with concurrent enrolment in the graduate program which results in award of a Graduate Diploma in Veterinary Clinical Studies after completion of 2 semesters. After-hours payments for relevant disciplines average between $10-20k per 12 months. Course fees are paid by the School (value approximately $20k).
Residency training programs
Anaesthesia x 2
Emergency & Critical Care
Diagnostic Imaging
Further resident programs will be advertised within the next few weeks – keep an eye out !
The three-year, full-time residency programs allow a successful candidate to target credential requirements for speciality certification. The residencies are supervised by board-certified academic staff. Concurrent part-time enrolment in a research master’s degree is required.
Residents are employed as 0.8 FTE Associate Lecturer, with all of the benefits of a salaried staff member, including 17% employer superannuation contributions. Our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:
Salary packaging options – such as gym membership, car parking permits
Employee Assistance Program
On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic
Application process
Applicants must be able to start the program in late July for Semester 2, 2026 enrolment. Application for clinical training positions is restricted to veterinarians with a degree that can be registered in Western Australia. Australian and New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status is required.
All enquiries around the program can be forwarded to Jody Reeve by email: [email protected]
Applications close Sunday 20th September 2026. (Early applications/expressions of interest are encouraged)
A letter of intent, current CV, certified copy of academic transcripts, names of 3 referees, and a certified copy of passport/visa as proof of Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency, or of New Zealand citizenship, should be submitted to [email protected].
Candidates are chosen after a competitive selection process.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
