Veterinary Officer – Necropsy (Wildlife Programme)
Exclusive Role – Not Advertised Elsewhere
We are working exclusively on behalf of a government-backed programme to recruit a Veterinary Officer for a unique position in County Kerry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform post-mortem examinations on badgers and foxes
- Conduct visual investigationsy
- Collect and prepare samples for laboratory testing,
- Follow established protocols related to disease surveillance and animal health
- Maintain clear and accurate records of all findings and procedures
- Comply with biosecurity and health & safety guidelines
- Communicate effectively with field staff and relevant authorities
The Ideal Candidate:
- This is a focused, structured role suited to a veterinary professional with an interest in wildlife, public health, or pathology.
- This role is open to both newly qualified and experienced clinical vets, provided you have some prior exposure to post-mortem or necropsy work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carrying out necropsies on wildlife specimens (badgers and foxes)
- Collecting and handling tissue samples for further diagnostic testing
- Producing detailed post-mortem reports in line with official protocols
- Ensuring strict biosecurity and carcass disposal measures are followed
- Liaising with field collection teams and government departments as needed
- Contributing to the wider understanding of disease patterns in wildlife, particularly in relation to TB control
More Details:
- Monday to Friday only (no weekends or on-call)
- Based fully on-site in Co. Kerry
- Training and support provided
- Long-term government contract (initial 3-year term)
- Meaningful, structured work with national impact
Candidate Profile:
- VCI registered
- Experience with necropsy or pathology preferred but not essential
- Comfortable working independently and in a highly regulated environment
- High level of attention to detail and record-keeping
- Interest in public health, wildlife, or epidemiology a plus
- Salary €50k- €65k+ DOE
- Mon-Friday position
- One site based
- Health insurance cover
- Company Laptop
- Company Phone
- Annual Leave
For a confidential discussion or to express interest, contact Sophie on sophie@lloydandcowan.com
Closing Date is Monday 14th of July 2025