We are inviting applications for a Neurology Residency (ECVN). The position is a 3-year, full-time program (75% clinical), aiming to prepare the candidate for the ECVN diploma examination.
Start date: September 2025
Location: Clinic for Small Animals, University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Hannover (Germany)
Contract: Fixed-term, salary according to EG 14 TV-L (public sector)
Requirements:
Veterinary degree and license to practice veterinary medicine
Strong interest in neurology
Completed rotating internship or ≥2 years clinical experience in small animal medicine
Neurology experience is desirable but not essential
Proficiency in German is required
What we offer:
Full ECVN residency training
Structured surgical and clinical training
Involvement in teaching and research
Competitive public sector benefits (e.g. pension, 30 days vacation, professional development, sports, family support)
Motivated and committed applicants are warmly encouraged to apply!
For further details or to apply: https://karriere.tiho-hannover.de/jobposting/5e7794bad84ffbd005054b2dc8d0b09d9a880200
For further questions, please contact: PD Dr Jasmin Nessler, DECVN
jasmin.nessler@tiho-hannover.de
Dept. for Small Animals, Leipzig University, Leipzig, Germany
The Dept. for Small Animal of Leipzig University is seeking an additional trained neurologist to join our vibrant service for neurology and neurosurgery
Start date: August 2025
Salary: based on German wage agreement for public sector employments
Language: German language skills of at least level B1 is required
Send application to: flegel@kleintierklinik.uni-leipzig.de
The Service for Neurology and Neurosurgery is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible neurologist of the ECVN or ACVIM (Neurology) to join our team in Leipzig. Leipzig is the second largest city in Saxony. It is a fast-growing and it was ranked number 11 out 40 German cities on a happiness index in 2024.
Wie offer a full-time position in clinical neurology. The successful candidate will join a group of 2 board-certified neurologist and one resident and additional 5 young neurologists in training.
The successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to work in a fully equipped neurology service with regular access to an inhouse 3T MRI, a dual core CT and several electrodiagnostic units. A dedicated neurosurgery suite is equipped with a C-arm fluoroscopy unit, ultrasonic aspirator, a surgical microscope as well as an optical navigation device to facilitate open brain surgeries and to perform minimally invasive brain biopsy procedures.
Key roles of the successful applicant include:
• Providing high quality patient care (including neurosurgeries) and contributing to the growth of the service
• Providing training and supervision to our resident and young neurologist in training
• Teaching rotating students in clinical neurology
• Providing neurology lectures to students
• Establishing an own research focus
• Supervising research projects of young neurologists and students
The successful candidate should enjoy teaching, because training students and young neurologist is an essential part of the position to be filled.
To apply, please submit a letter of intent and your CV to the following email: flegel@kleintierklinik.uni-leipzig.de
The residency will be for a period of 3 years starting at the latest on 01 september 2025. The Alfort residency is an accredited conforming program in neurology. The unit consults a mix of medical and surgical cases (caseload is around 1000 cases a year), has access to on site large and exotic animal clinics. The hospital offers onsite radiography, ultrasound, a 64‐slices helical CT and a 1,5 T MRI. Scintigraphic modalities and radiotherapy are available in the close vicinity. Other facilities include electrophysiology (EMG, NCV, EP and EEG) and an onsite pathology service. A neuromuscular research laboratory linked to the neurology unit offers histological diagnosis on nerve and muscle biopsies. The rotations include general internal medicine (first year) and specialized activities in neurology and neurosurgery (from first to third year) in addition to on duty emergency periods.
The successful applicant will join a team composed by one senior neurologist, a third year
neurology resident and an intern. The resident will have daily contact with other clinical disciplines including anesthesia, behavior, cardiology, diagnostic imaging, dermatology, exotic animals, internal medicine, intensive care, ophthalmology, pathology, reproduction, and surgery.
The residency program, structured according to guidelines of the ECVN, will focus on
neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neuropathology, neuroimaging, clinical neurology and
neurosurgery. The resident will be required to take a major responsibility for animals with
neurological and neurosurgical disease, be involved in clinical research, participate to
rounds/journal clubs/congresses, and be involved in clinical teaching (interns, 5th and 6th year students). The residency is aimed at providing advanced training for the European board certification in Neurology.
The candidates, who received their veterinary qualification from an EAEVE‐approved establishment, must be allowed to practice in France, have at least successfully completed a one year rotating internship program or have equivalent experience in small animal private practice.
The candidates must be fluent in French (oral and written).
For applications, please contact Pr. Stephane Blot (stephane.blot@vet‐alfort.fr, Ecole nationale vétérinaire d’Alfort, 7 avenue Général de Gaulle, 94700 Maisons‐Alfort, France, tel 33 1 43 96 71 71). Applications should include an updated CV and a letter of motivation.
Closing date for applications is 15 june 2025 or until position is filled.
The Ralph is the UK’s largest independent (non-corporate) multidisciplinary specialist referral centre in southeast England with ~250 Ralphers. We are looking for a Senior Neurology and Neurosurgery clinician to join our friendly, collaborative team as one of our existing team members from abroad is moving back home with their family.
We are open to full-time and part-time applicants and to discussing different part-time working patterns. We will consider Diplomates and Residency-trained board-eligible candidates. Significant experience in neurosurgery is not mandatory, as we are happy to provide all the necessary training.
Our large team currently consists of five ECVN Diplomates, three ECVN Residents, three Vet Interns and our four fabulous Neurology nurses!
At The Ralph, you will have access to advanced neurodiagnostic equipment, including 1.5T MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, electrodiagnostic unit (with capability for EMG, sensory and motor nerve conduction studies, BAER and video EEG) and a vast array of neurosurgical equipment including a pedicle screws and rods stabilisation system. We have a highly varied caseload of medical and surgical neurological cases with exposure to various advanced neurosurgical procedures.
In our specialist-led multidisciplinary environment, you will also receive full support from Diplomates in many disciplines. These include Anaesthesia and Analgesia, Cardiology, Dentistry, Diagnostic Imaging, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Ophthalmology, and Orthopaedic and Soft Tissue Surgery. Our Neurology service works very closely with our excellent Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation team. Our hospital also has a 24-7-365 Diplomate-led Emergency and Critical Care service. This allows us to provide specialist care, including mechanical ventilation, to acute and critical patients at any time.
Our ideal candidate's winning traits include dedication to patients, a positive attitude toward teamwork, a willingness to teach, and a cheerful, friendly character.
We offer a competitive package of salary and other benefits, including generous holiday and CPD allowance, employee share options, and private medical insurance.
Full-time is four days per week. Our current clinician team works with a shared on-call rota covering weekends and Bank Holidays. The weekend on-call rota is one weekend in five, either as primary or backup for the residents, with support from our interns and service-specific nurses. During the week, our Emergency and Critical Care team are responsible for admitting neuroemergencies Out of Hours.
Marlow is located on the River Thames between Henley and Windsor. This is a beautiful area with lovely walks, water-based activities and more. Our hospital is just off the A404, with easy access from the M4 and M40 motorways, and close to London. Marlow is conveniently located only 25 minutes from Heathrow Airport, 45 minutes from Luton Airport and one hour from Gatwick or Stansted Airport. This location makes it very convenient for weekend getaways or for our European colleagues to ‘pop back’ to their home countries to visit friends and family.
The Ralph workplace focuses on core values, culture, vision and mission. We emphasise kindness, compassion and empathy for all our communities. As an independent hospital, we have the freedom and flexibility to chart our course. We would love to hear from you if you want to know more.
For more information on the position, please contact Lorenzo Mari (Head of Neurology & Neurosurgery) at lorenzo.mari@theralph.vet. You are welcome to get in touch for an informal and confidential chat.
*To Apply*
To apply, please email Shailen Jasani (Founder, CEO and Clinical Director) at shailen@theralph.vet.
Applications should include an up-to-date CV and a cover letter.
Visiting The Ralph for a day is highly encouraged if you wish to apply.
You must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom. We can provide visa sponsorship if required.
Interviews will take place soon after, based on the availability of candidates and our team members.
The start date is flexible. We are happy to wait for the right candidate.
We would love to hear from you if you want to be part of a team delivering exceptional, compassionate, ethical veterinary care in a large independent hospital.
Dept. for Small Animals, Leipzig University, Leipzig, Germany
The Dept. for Small Animal of Leipzig University is seeking an additional trained neurologist to join our vibrant service for neurology and neurosurgery
Start date: August 2025
Salary: based on German wage agreement for public sector employments
Language: German language skills of at least level B1 is required
Send application to: flegel@kleintierklinik.uni-leipzig.de
The Service for Neurology and Neurosurgery is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible neurologist of the ECVN or ACVIM (Neurology) to join our team in Leipzig. Leipzig is the second largest city in Saxony. It is a fast-growing and it was ranked number 11 out 40 German cities on a happiness index in 2024.
Wie offer a full-time position in clinical neurology. The successful candidate will join a group of 2 board-certified neurologist and one resident and additional 5 young neurologists in training.
The successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to work in a fully equipped neurology service with regular access to an inhouse 3T MRI, a dual core CT and several electrodiagnostic units. A dedicated neurosurgery suite is equipped with a C-arm fluoroscopy unit, ultrasonic aspirator, a surgical microscope as well as an optical navigation device to facilitate open brain surgeries and to perform minimally invasive brain biopsy procedures.
Key roles of the successful applicant include:
• Providing high quality patient care (including neurosurgeries) and contributing to the growth of the service
• Providing training and supervision to our resident and young neurologist in training
• Teaching rotating students in clinical neurology
• Providing neurology lectures to students
• Establishing an own research focus
• Supervising research projects of young neurologists and students
The successful candidate should enjoy teaching, because training students and young neurologist is an essential part of the position to be filled.
To apply, please submit a letter of intent and your CV to the following email: flegel@kleintierklinik.uni-leipzig.de
Ghent University's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a board-certified specialist (ECVN Diplomate) in small animal neurology to join our dynamic Neurology Service.
We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic Diplomate of the ECVN (or ACVIM-neurology) to join our team. The ideal candidate takes pride in delivering outstanding patient care and is eager to build a long-term career in an academic environment. You will have the opportunity to contribute to high-quality clinical service, train the next generation of
veterinary specialists, and engage in meaningful research within a collaborative and supportive academic setting. Other qualities we are looking for include:
• Performing neurosurgical procedures (e.g., ventral slot, hemilaminectomy) is recommended
• Supervising ECVN residents and rotating interns
• Teaching clinical skills to veterinary students
• Participating in collaborative case discussions with other disciplines
• Supervising clinical master’s theses
• Contributing to continuing education programs
• Participating in after-hours (evening and weekend) duties on a rotational basis
As Ghent is located in the Dutch/Flemish speaking part of Belgium, being able to communicate fluently in Dutch (initially or after following Dutch courses) is important and strongly encouraged.
What’s in it for you?
You will be joining a dedicated and supportive team of professionals, committed to providing the best care to our patients. We offer a permanent position (minimal 80%, preferable full-time) in our Neurology team. A full-time schedule of 40 hours over 5 days/week with a fixed day off-clinic. Every staff member of Ghent University can count on several benefits, such as a wide range of training and development opportunities, 36 vacation days per year for a full-time position, a bicycle allowance, eco vouchers, etc.
We look forward to welcoming a motivated, collaborative, and skilled neurologist to our team. Ghent University offers you an annual gross salary between €65,000 and €70,000 (depending on your seniority) for a full time position.
For more information or to apply, please sent your CV, cover letter and a reference letter to Dr. Sofie Bhatti sofie.bhatti@ugent.be
For more information on the Small Animal Department and the services we provide, please visit our website: https://www.ugent.be/di/
Moorview Referrals, Cramlington, Cramlington, North East
Northumberland Business Park West, Cramlington, NE23 7RH, United Kingdom
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced referral neurology clinician to join our brilliant team at Moorview Referrals.
Applicants should have experience of managing and developing their caseload, and be keen to work as part of an experienced, progressive team. You will benefit from working in a multi-disciplinary hospital amongst a highly skilled team of clinicians, RVNs and Animal Care Assistants as we continue to provide an excellent standard of patient care to animals and owners across the North East.
What sets us apart
Our neurology department benefits from a permanent on-site 1.5T MRI scanner, 160 slice Canon CT, electrodiagnostics , fluoroscopy, laparoscopy/thoracoscopy, arthroscopy, flexible and rigid endoscopy, digital radiography and in house laboratory.
We have support from 24-hour ECC provision, and a team of experienced surgeons performing neurosurgery (including complex neurosurgery such as spinal fractures/luxations and atlantoaxial stabilisation)
We are further supported by a full time radiographer, ultrasonographer, and a fantastic team of dedicated neurology/surgery nurses, including several certificate and diploma holders. We are a friendly, sociable team with a good work ethic and great teamwork. In addition to neurology, we offer referrals in orthopaedics and soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, oncology, and cardiology.
Our ECC department provides a 24-hour service, taking ECC referrals and providing care to inpatients in need of critical care, and emergency OOH cover for other local practices, ensuring that our patients receive the highest level of care regardless of the time of day or night.
Our hospital is located just outside Newcastle-upon-Tyne, within easy reach of the city as well as being close to the stunning Northumberland coastline and the Northumberland National Park, making it an ideal location for those of us with a love of the outdoors.
Hours aimed to achieve a work-life balance.
A full-time position involves an average 40-hour week over 4 days with a regular day off each week. We are also open to discussion towards Part-time hours.
Applicant Requirements
We encourage applications from candidates who are RCVS, American, or European Boarded Diplomates or those who are residency trained, as well as individuals with Cert AVP status. You will have prior experience working in a multi-disciplinary referral hospital.
Because our employees matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -
Work life balance
- 6.6 weeks annual leave pro rata
- Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Development
- £2000 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro rata
- Support for further qualifications
- All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
- All our Vets gets £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
- Infection Prevention and Control Programme
- Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
- BVA membership
- VDS cover
- RCVS fees
Additional
- Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway offering discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
- Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer
- Discounted staff pet care
- Relocation allowance
Any questions before applying?
Speak to Ciaran Connolly from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
ciaran.connolly@ivcevidensia.com
AniCura Veterinary Clinic Thun is a center for small animal medicine and is one of the largest clinics in Switzerland. In addition to general veterinary services, our customers also benefit from specialists in the fields of surgery/orthopedics, internal medicine, dermatology, cardiology, exotic animals, rehabilitation, etc. A motivated team of over 85 employees is committed to the needs of our customers and their pets every day. We are shaping the future of veterinary care together through collaboration and knowledge sharing in a value-oriented company. AniCura offers modern, high-quality veterinary care for pets at 400 European locations.
To strengthen our team in Thun Switzerland, we are looking for a Specialist veterinarian/ Diplomate ECVN for Neurology 50-80 % (f/m/d)
This position is available as a part-time (50-80%) permanent role or as a locum engagement.
Your expertise for the well-being of our animal patients!
We are looking for a specialist veterinarian in Neurology, preferably a Diplomate or board eligible resident ECVN or ACVIM-Neurology, for our modern and well-equipped veterinary clinic with immediate effect. You are keen to deliver high quality neurology services to our patients and have the ambition to work in a clinic with other Diplomates and residents. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team, contributing your expertise to provide the highest standard of care for our patients. We are looking for someone with the desire to share knowledge and help train other veterinarians such as interns and emergency veterinarians.
Your tasks:
• You will provide veterinary care through consultations, diagnostics and treatment of referred and in-house
neurological patients for small animals
• Performance and interpretation of imaging procedures (e.g. CT, MRI).
• Collaboration with other specialist departments in the clinic for optimal patient care
• Building on a good relationship with our referring veterinarians, sharing knowledge and connecting by
phone and email in order to develop the neurology referral service.
• Advice and support for patient owners and referral veterinarians
• Participation in the further training of colleagues and the expansion of the neurology department
We offer:
• Modern, technically well-equipped veterinary clinic with its own MRI and CT scanner
• Individual training and further education measures to promote your professional, organizational and
personal skills
• Modern workplace in beautiful Thun, surrounded by lakes and mountains
• A friendly and well-organized team
• International exchange with different practices/contact persons
• Feedback culture with regular employee appraisals
• Good public transport connections
We wish:
• Completed studies in veterinary medicine and residency trained board eligible veterinarian (m/f/d) in
neurology or Diplomate (ECVN/ACVIM).
• Confident handling of diagnostic procedures such as MRI and CT (or willingness to learn this).
• Passion for veterinary medicine and empathy in dealing with patients and their owners.
• Team player, strong communicator and service-oriented
We offer you a challenging job in a lively, progressive company where you will have the opportunity to help shape the future of Tierklinik Thun. If you want to treat animals with your knowledge and care at the highest level and enjoy working in a committed, collegial team, then you've come to the right place. Would you like to find out more? Then click here to apply