The Successful candidate will contribute to teaching associated with Veterinary Physiotherapy programmes particularly focusing on, but not limited to the following modules:

• Behaviour, Ethics and Welfare of the Veterinary Physiotherapy Patient

• Introduction to Veterinary Physiotherapy

• Personal and Professional Development

• Locomotor Biomechanics 

• Rehabilitative and conditioning exercises 

• Physiotherapeutic Techniques 

• Large Animal Clinical Practice

• Clinical Practice

Key qualifications, skills and experience required

Essential:

For further information about the University or to see full job description, please visit our website at www.harper-adams.ac.uk

If you have any queries or questions or for an informal discussion please contact Jane Thomas, Head of Department via email at jathomas@harper-adams.ac.uk 

Application Procedure: All applications should be completed and submitted using the Harper Adams e-Recruitment programme at http://jobs.harper-adams.ac.uk to be completed no later than midnight on 9 August 2026 

Should you require any adjustments to complete your application for this role then please contact vacancies@harper-adams.ac.uk

Closing Date: 09 Aug 2026

Department: Academic Staff

Salary: £39,906 to £44,746 per annum
The point of entry will depend upon relevant qualifications and experience.

The successful candidate will be a creative and forward-thinking member of the BVetMS programme team who can bring their collective experience and expertise to ensure that veterinary students develop comprehensive, holistic, transferable, relevant, and informed capabilities and attributes, optimising their preparedness for entering the veterinary profession.

Together, Keele and Harper Adams universities have 186 years of heritage in the animal and human health areas. Both institutions are recognised for their strengths in employability, student satisfaction and first-class teaching, and have a shared commitment to sustainability. The joint Veterinary School provides students with the opportunity to take advantage of both institutions, with a common commitment to excellence and complementary skills.

The Harper & Keele Veterinary School is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible. 

Agile working (blend of home and office based)/ Arrangements for job share would be considered

The Harper & Keele Veterinary School values equality and diversity across the workforce and ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments, we welcome applications from individuals of Black, Asian, and ethnic minority backgrounds.

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above

Both Harper Adams University and Keele University are committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible. 

Harper & Keele Veterinary School launched in 2020 with our first cohort of students. Combining the extensive resources and excellence at Harper Adams and Keele universities has created a rich and authentic environment for veterinary education and research, with both institutions recognised for their excellent student experience, strong community spirit, and high-quality teaching. 

Combining a strong pedigree in animal sciences, veterinary nursing, veterinary physiotherapy, and agricultural sustainability at Harper Adams University with the established reputation that Keele University proudly boasts in life sciences and human medicine, the School's model of veterinary education has strategic partnership at its very core. 

Staff and students at the Vet School uniquely benefit from two highly successful institutions, drawing on the resources at each campus and a network of partner veterinary practices and industry partners. 

Further information can be found at harperkeelevetschool.ac.uk.

Both universities value equality and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles. 

OH Please note this appointment may be subject to medical clearance by the University’s Occupational Health provider.

For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies

For informal enquiries may be addressed to Vicki Waring V.waring@hkvets.ac.uk. Applications to this address will not be accepted. 

Closing Date 12 August 2026

Interviews will be held on: 26 August 2026

Post reference: KU000005239

Closing Date: 12 Aug 2026

Department: Academic Staff

Salary: £48,822 to £58,225 Grade 8 (Incremental progression)

In addition to teaching, you will be required to undertake other academic duties such as assessment and student support, and work as part of a team as well as independently. You will also be expected to contribute toward scholarship and to support the School’s wider strategic themes.

The School recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. This support available within the existing academic team and the nature of this role would make it suitable for a suitably experienced clinician wishing to gain experience within higher education. Opportunities for personal development in Higher Education are available through both institutions. 

Both Harper Adams University and Keele University are committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scales shown above.

Harper & Keele Veterinary School launched in 2020 with our first cohort of students. Combining the extensive resources and excellence at Harper Adams and Keele universities has created a rich and authentic environment for veterinary education and research, with both institutions recognised for their excellent student experience, strong community spirit and high-quality teaching. 

Combining a strong pedigree in animal sciences, veterinary nursing, veterinary physiotherapy and agricultural sustainability at Harper Adams University with the established reputation that Keele University proudly boasts in life sciences and human medicine, the School's model of veterinary education has strategic partnership at its very core. 

Staff and students at the Vet School uniquely benefit from two highly successful institutions, drawing on the resources at each campus and a network of partner veterinary practices and industry partners. 

Both universities value equality and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

Further information can be found at harperkeelevetschool.ac.uk.

Please note this appointment is subject to medical clearance by the University’s Occupational Health provider.

For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Jenny Williams, Clinical Phase lead, at j.e.williams@hkvets.ac.uk.  Applications to this address will not be accepted.

Closing date: 5 August 2026

Interviews will be held: 18 August 2026

Post reference: KU00005185

Closing Date: 05 Aug 2026

Department: Academic Staff

Salary: Grade 8 Salary Range: £48,822-£58,225 pro rata

Harper & Keele Veterinary School is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced person with experience of veterinary pathology and public health who can be integrally involved in the delivery of a contemporary programme of teaching and learning. The role will involve a range of teaching and learning modalities including gross post-mortem examinations, lectures, interactive tutorials and lab practicals. The School has an explicit ambition to integrate the teaching of veterinary pathology, production animal medicine, veterinary public health and state veterinary medicine.

The successful candidate will be a creative and forward-thinking member of the BVetMS programme team who can bring their collective experience and expertise to ensure that veterinary students develop comprehensive, holistic, transferable, relevant, and informed capabilities and attributes, optimising their preparedness for entering the veterinary profession.

Keele and Harper Adams are recognised for their strengths in employability, student satisfaction and first-class teaching, and have a shared commitment to research in food security and sustainability. 

To be successful, the successful candidate will require a degree in Veterinary Medicine, be a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, ideally have a broad range of experience and understanding of veterinary general practice in production animals, and evidence of a subject or discipline focus via postgraduate work or education in veterinary pathology. 

The Harper & Keele Veterinary School is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible. The Harper & Keele Veterinary School values equality and diversity across the workforce and ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments, we welcome applications from individuals of Black, Asian, and ethnic minority backgrounds.

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above

Both Harper Adams University and Keele University are committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible. 

Staff and students at the Vet School uniquely benefit from two highly successful institutions, drawing on the resources at each campus and a network of partner veterinary practices and industry partners. 

Both universities value equality and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies

For informal enquiries may be addressed to Vicki Waring v.waring@hkvets.ac.uk

Closing Date: 27 July 2026

Interviews will be held on: 11 August 2026

Post reference: KU00005240

Closing Date: 27 Jul 2026

Department: Academic Staff

Salary: 0.6FTE Indefinite
Grade 8 Salary Range £ 48,822-£58,225 pro rata (Incremental progression)