Veterinary Technician for Small Animal Department, UDS

Sveriges Lantbruksuniversitet · Vollzeit

Uppsala, Schweden

Department of Clinical Sciences Are you an experienced veterinary technician interested in working at Sweden's only university animal hospital? Welcome to submit your application to our small animal department! About the Job You will work as a veterinary technician in the small animal department's various units (emergency, outpatient clinic, surgery, and ward) based on the department's needs and your background, skills, and areas of interest. At UDS, education is an important and enjoyable part of our daily work. You will participate in training the next generation of veterinarians and veterinary technicians. When you start your position with us, you will receive substantial support from experienced and generous colleagues. With us, you will work based on evidence and have access to modern equipment. We offer you the opportunity to work and develop in a stimulating environment where we work as a team toward established goals aligned with UDS's mission. Your professional development is our future. There are good opportunities for further education and you will collaborate with knowledgeable colleagues. We encourage all employees to develop within their areas of interest through both internal and external training initiatives. Duty is scheduled for all times of day, including evenings and weekends according to a schedule. Night shifts may also occur. Your Background You have at least three years of work experience as a licensed veterinary technician. Experience in small animal intensive care is an asset, as is experience with anesthesia. You express yourself well in both speech and writing in Swedish. You enjoy meeting animal owners in various situations and understand the importance of maintaining good customer relations. You are communicative with a strong ability to create and maintain good relationships with colleagues. You are interested in teaching and participating in creating good conditions for research. You recognize that an event-driven operation with irregular working hours is something you can manage. Your approach is scientific with an interest in evidence-based care. As a person, you are organized, able to handle occasionally stressful situations, have good self-awareness, and a willingness to contribute to the department. In this recruitment, we will place significant emphasis on your personal qualities. About Us The Department of Clinical Sciences is responsible for education, research, and research education in anesthesiology, diagnostic imaging, animal welfare, epidemiology, laboratory animal science, surgery, clinical chemistry, medicine, and reproduction. Our operations span all animal species in all subject areas. At SLU University Animal Hospital (UDS), education, research, and advanced animal care go hand in hand. We train tomorrow's veterinarians and veterinary technicians and provide first-class care to companion animals, competition animals, and production animals. We also disseminate knowledge to the public. By combining established knowledge with the latest research results, we develop the future of animal care. Under one roof, we offer medical care for horses, dogs, cats, and other small animals. In addition to modern activity-adapted facilities, we have access to advanced diagnostic imaging and a veterinary medical specialist laboratory. Read more about our benefits and what it's like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/ Placement: Uppsala Type of Employment: Permanent position. We apply a 6-month probationary period. Scope: 100% Start Date: By agreement. Application: Welcome to submit your application via the application button below by October 30, 2026. Your application should include CV, cover letter, diploma, and any other certificates relevant to the position. Interviews may be conducted on a rolling basis during the application period. Trade Union Contact Persons: https://internt.slu.se/min-anstallning/facket/kontaktpersoner/ Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) plays a key role in developing sustainable living, grounded in science and education. Through our focus on the interactions between humans, animals, and ecosystems and responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Main campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå, and Uppsala, but operations are also conducted at research stations, experimental farms, and educational sites throughout the country. SLU has over 4,000 employees, 6,000 students and doctoral students, and an annual turnover exceeding 4.5 billion SEK. The university is investing in attractive environments on its campus areas. We work for an equal and inclusive work environment where open dialogue between people with different experiences forms the foundation for scientific excellence, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome people with different backgrounds and perspectives to apply for this position.