Residency Position in Small Animal Diagnostic Imaging - University of Edinburgh, Scotland
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Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies
Professional Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (Residency) in Diagnostic Imaging (Small Animal Track)
Applications are invited from veterinary graduates for a Professional Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (Residency) in Diagnostic Imaging (Small Animal Track). The role is based in the Hospital for Small Animals at the School.
The successful candidate will be enrolled with the University of Edinburgh on the Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVetMed) postgraduate programme for four years. During the DVetMed programme, you will also enrol with the European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging (ECVDI) on a residency training programme for three years. Prior completion of a one-year internship or equivalent experience in clinical practice is required and experience in diagnostic imaging would be preferred. Applicants must be eligible for membership of the RCVS and have fully registered with the RCVS at the time of appointment. Applicants should also hold appropriate English language qualifications where applicable.
The DVetMed residency is available from 1st March 2027 and will run for a four-year fixed-term, renewable annually subject to an annual review of progress and completion of required DVetMed components.
The scholarship attracts an annual tax-free stipend of £30,488 and an additional allowance of £1,500 per annum available for approved travel, examination fees and CPD. Postgraduate fees will be paid by the University of Edinburgh at UK level.
Informal enquiries are encouraged and may be made to Dr Tobias Schwarz, Head of the Diagnostic Imaging Service (email: Tobias.Schwarz@ed.ac.uk).
Applications should be made via the following online form:
Please remember to indicate for which specialty you are making the application.
For any application related queries, please contact DVetMed@ed.ac.uk.
Closing date for applications: 30th September 2026
Please note that the online form will close automatically after the above date and no applications can be made beyond this date.
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