Residency ECPHM
Publication date:
27 February 2025Workload:
100%- Place of work:Bern
Job summary
Join the University of Bern as a Residency ECPHM in swine health! This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your veterinary career in a dynamic environment.
Tasks
- Conduct clinical work and farm visits for swine health.
- Engage in teaching activities for veterinary students.
- Participate in research projects on swine health management.
Skills
- Must have a DVM or equivalent and one year of veterinary experience.
- Strong interest in swine health management.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
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Residency ECPHM
Published 26 February 2025 Workplace Bern, Bern region, Switzerland CategoryVeterinary
Residency ECPHM
100%
The Swine Clinic at the Vetsuisse Faculty, University of Bern, as an accredited training centre of the European College of Porcine Health Management (ECPHM) is offering a Residency position in Porcine Health Management.
The residency program provides advanced training in porcine health management, with a strong focus on clinical practice, herd health management, applied research, and teaching. The program prepares the candidate for the specialist examination of the ECPHM and offers an excellent opportunity to develop a career in swine medicine and research.
Key Responsibilities- Clinical work in swine health and production, including farm visits and diagnostic procedures.
- Involvement in teaching activities for veterinary students.
- Participation in research projects related to swine health.
- Contribution to the continuous development of the Swine Clinic and collaboration with national and international stakeholders.
Candidate Profile - A degree in veterinary medicine (DVM or equivalent).
- At least one year of experience in veterinary practice or a rotating internship, preferably in swine medicine.
- Strong interest in swine health management and willingness to pursue ECPHM specialization.
- Good command of English; knowledge of German or willingness to learn is an advantage.
- Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
What We Offer - Structured three-year residency training under the supervision of experienced ECPHM Diplomates.
- Access to state-of-the-art diagnostic and research facilities.
- Opportunity to collaborate with leading experts in the field.
- A dynamic and international working environment at one of Europe’s leading veterinary faculties.
For further information please contact PD Dr. Alexander Grahofer ( alexander.grahofer@ unibe.ch ), telephone +41 (0) 31 684 26 89. Please send your application with the usual documents by 31 March 2025 to: Prof. Dr. Heiko Nathues, Schweineklinik, Vetsuisse Fakultät, Universität Bern, Bremgartenstrasse 109a, 3012 Bern heiko.nathues@ unibe.ch
