• Advert number: 248225-1
• Posted Date: 29/07/10
• Closing Date: 06/08/10

PFIZER

Deputy Named Veterinary Surgeon
(temporary - maternity cover)
Comparative Medicine

Salary circa £32,000 - £35,000 per annum

Our products improve the lives of 40 million people every day, and we are confident that investing £10 million a week on research  in the UK alone is making an impressive drugs pipeline even  better. Worldwide Comparative Medicine plays an important role in facilitating the drug discovery and development process  for human health. The team focus on flawless animal care  and welfare, in support of excellence in research projects and  constantly seek to underpin welfare practices with science.

The role involves working as a Deputy Named Veterinary Surgeon under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act for a period of  7-8 months to cover maternity leave, starting in late August  or early September. You will be part of an established team  providing a clinical veterinary service and advice to colleagues from multi-disciplinary scientific teams. The ideal candidate will have a veterinary degree and clinical experience, and be eligible for membership of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. Experience in laboratory animal medicine would be an advantage, although training will be given.

To thrive in our environment you will be self-motivated, an  excellent communicator with a flexible and innovative approach and an enthusiastic team worker. Our research facilities are based in Sandwich, Kent, a location allowing easy access to London  and continental Europe. Additionally an active social club with extensive sports facilities is provided.

To find out more, and to apply, please send a covering letter and CV to: allen.frew@srg.co.uk

Closing date: Friday, 6th August 2010.