Clinic Head in Internal Medicine (50%) - Small Animal Department

About the role

Ghent University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Small Pets, is looking for a Clinic Head in Internal Medicine (50% occupancy) to support the operation of the internal medicine clinic. The position is a contract of unlimited duration, starting on 15 January 2027 at the earliest, with a wage scale of WM1 to WM4 (Master's) or PD1 to PD4 (doctorate).

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and organise the Internal Medicine Clinic and optimise treatment plans for companion animals (dogs and cats)
• Carry out specialist-level clinical activities, demonstrated by a Diplomate certificate
• Take part in night and weekend on-call duties on a rotating basis
• Teach clinical subjects to master's students and supervise their clinical master's theses
• Consult with other veterinarians and specialists on organisation and treatment plans
• Supervise students, interns and residents during consultations and diagnostic or therapeutic procedures
• Co-direct the training of interns and ECVIM-CA residents and help them prepare for the certifying exam
• Contribute to postgraduate training activities

Required profile

• Master's degree in veterinary medicine; for degrees outside the EU, a NARIC equivalence certificate is required by the date of appointment
• Further training in internal medicine, including a completed residency at the European or American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
• ECVIM-CA or ACVIM-CA diploma
• Teaching experience and participation in continuing education, conferences and pet surgery courses
• Interest in scientific service and/or project-based research
• Fluent communication in Dutch or English

Required skills

• Demonstrable experience contributing to the quality of practice-related education
• Teamwork, social and organisational skills, and the ability to communicate with owners and staff across disciplines and levels
• Flexibility and stress resistance to adapt to changing service needs

What we offer

• Indefinite-duration contract with salary scale WM1 to WM4 or PD1 to PD4
• Training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave per year plus fixed bridge days, a bicycle allowance and eco vouchers

Applications are made online through the university's e-recruitment system by 05 November 2026, with CV, cover letter, diploma transcript and other documents.