What We Offer

The Small Animal Clinic in Bern offers specialist services in internal medicine, oncology, cardiology, surgery, neurology, dermatology, radiology, emergency and critical care medicine. The clinic includes an intensive care unit that operates 24/7. We are committed to providing the best possible multidisciplinary care for our patients, provide training to the next generation of veterinarians and to advance veterinary medicine. A friendly and collaborative environment with flat hierarchies ensures a positive workplace.

The successful applicant will work with a team of dedicated nurses and a specialty intern and will be expected to develop a residency programme. At the Vetsuisse Faculty, two academic tracks are currently available: the educator track (80% clinical work) and the habilitation track (50% clinical work). Both are designed to lead to a tenured position (Dozentur). Part-time or job-sharing arrangements can be discussed if desired.

Current cardiology equipment includes:

• Ultrasound (Philips Affinity 70C)
• ECG/Holter
• Siemens Vida 3T MRI
• Siemens Naeotom Alpha photon-counting scanner with Cardio software (the first of its kind in veterinary medicine)
• O-Arm: CBCT mobile for 2D fluoroscopy (intraoperative) and volume 3D scans CBCT

For interventional cardiology and related research, our faculty has access to the Experimental Animal Center at Inselspital, located just 10 minutes from the animal hospital. This center is equipped with a Siemens ARTIS icono floor fluoroscope, state-of-the-art anesthesia and recovery facilities, and dedicated veterinary staff.
The Small Animal Clinic in Bern is located in the heart of the city, close to the Alpine mountains and several beautiful lakes, providing easy access to numerous outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, skiing, and cycling.

The successful applicant will be responsible for managing the small animal cardiology service at the hospital and will have dedicated time for research, teaching, and professional development. Candidates should have a good knowledge of English. Basic knowledge of German or French is useful for communication with pet owners but is not mandatory.

Applications should include a current CV, copies of relevant diplomas, names of three referees willing to provide letters of reference, and a description of your career goals. Please submit your application by 15th October 2024 to: dkv.personal.vetsuisse@unibe.ch
For further information please contact: simone.schuller@unibe.ch