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Clinical scholar training programme - University of Glasgow - Lanarkshire

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16 Jan 2025 BEVA

Combined 3-year Residency and Masters Programme in Equine Theriogenology (Reproduction).

The University of Glasgow is pleased to offer a three-year Residency training programme combined with Masters in Veterinary Medicine (MVM) in equine theriogenology. This residency provides American College of Theriogenologists approved training to develop a future specialist in Equine Reproduction. Applicants must be a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, or hold a veterinary degree qualifying them for membership with at least two years of relevant clinical experience (for example, a suitable rotating internship and one year in practice). Candidates are expected to sit the qualifying examination of the American College of Theriogenologists (ACT) and undertake a Master`s degree by research. The successful applicant will be based in the Glasgow Equine Hospital and Practice at the Weipers Centre for Equine Welfare. This role will be both ambulatory and hospital based. The equine practice services several stud properties within the central belt of Scotland, offering mare reproductive services. The hospital has an onsite stallion semen collection centre and associated andrology lab which features advanced semen analysis equipment. The hospital is a state-of-the-art facility which has recently undergone significant upgrades. The studentship benefits from support in the associated disciplines of surgery, internal medicine, anaesthesia, and pathology. In addition to participation in the equine hospital’s clinical services, small-group teaching of veterinary students is required. The associated research project aims to investigate equine ejaculate health by means of exploring a variety of semen parameters including oxidative stress markers such as prostanoids, and validating the use of novel biosensors. Scholarships are renewed annually, subject to satisfactory progress. Initial stipend is £26,875 (PAYE exempt), rising to £27,717 by the third year. An additional £1,500 per annum is available for attendance at conference(s), examination fees and externship costs.

During this three-year residency programme, 8 weeks of training will be undertaken at Louisiana State University (USA) under the supervision of a second ACT diplomate and mentor. This is a requirement by the ACT to enable the candidate to meet the necessary credentials prior to sitting the board examination.

Further particulars are available on the web.

Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Kirsty Gallacher -  Kirsty.Gallacher@glasgow.ac.uk

Applications should be made here.

Please ensure you upload your CV and a covering letter as part of the application process.

Closing date for applications: 24 January 2025