Head of the Large Ophthalmology Clinic

Ghent University is one of the top 100 universities in the Dutch language area, with more than 44,000 students and 15,000 staff members.

ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY

Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, as well as technical and social service provision on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With its 11 faculties and more than 80 departments offering state-of-the-art study programs grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its staff and students.

YOUR TASKS

• You are responsible for providing specialized care in equine ophthalmology. This includes the examination, medical, and surgical treatment of horses with (peri)ocular problems, as well as communicating with the owners about these issues.
• In close consultation with colleagues in the large animal surgery department, you may also perform other surgical procedures on large animals (horses and ruminants) as needed, at a specialist level.
• You will teach first-, second-, and third-year veterinary medicine master’s students and contribute to practical exercises, including those in the skills lab.
• You will supervise master’s theses for veterinary medicine students.
• You will help oversee the training of equine interns and residents of the European Colleges.
• You will contribute to training programs organized within the Academy of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.
• You will contribute to the department’s research, with an emphasis on clinically relevant research.
• You will actively participate in night and weekend shifts on a rotating basis.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• You hold a Master’s degree in veterinary medicine, or an equivalent degree issued by an EAEVE-recognized institution, allowing you to practice veterinary medicine in Belgium.
• You are a Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists and possess the necessary knowledge and experience to independently participate in general emergency surgery for large animals (horses and ruminants) or you are a Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (Large Animals) and have a strong interest and commitment to furthering your education in equine ophthalmology.
• Experience in mentoring students is preferred.
• You are interested in conducting clinically applied scientific research.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• We offer you a contract of indefinite duration.
• Your contract will start on1/10/2026at the earliest.
• All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, a bicycle allowance and eco vouchers. Click here for a complete overview of all the staff benefits .

As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Ann Martens ( Ann.Martens@ugent.be , +32 (0)9 264 76 18). Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.

Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the FAQ or contact us via selecties@ugent.be.