Description
City University of Hong Kong is a dynamic, fast-growing university that is pursuing excellence in research and professional education. As a publicly funded institution, the University is committed to nurturing and developing students’ talents and creating applicable knowledge to support social and economic advancement.
Applications are invited for:
Poultry Veterinarian/Junior Poultry Veterinarian in the Centre for Applied One Health Research and Policy Advice (Appointment for 4 months with possibility of extension)
Project
Provision of veterinary services to ensure and support the health and productivity of the chicken farms in Hong Kong.
The overall aim of this project is to support sampling and laboratory diagnostics to ensure the desired impacts in terms of improved poultry health and production in individual poultry farms, while enhancing the economic and environmental sustainability of poultry farming in Hong Kong, for the benefit of individual farmers as well as society in general.
Duties
1. Develop production and health management programme for poultry farm clients in Hong Kong;
2. Provide production and health management service to poultry farm clients in Hong Kong (including visits to local poultry farms, assessment of production and health condition of poultry farms, performing disease diagnoses, and providing recommendations for disease prevention and control);
3. Provide training and supervise Veterinary Assistants;
4. Maintain poultry veterinary practice records, and work with farmers to produce farm level electronic records on poultry health and production; and
5. Perform any other duties as assigned.
Requirements
A DVM or equivalent from a HKVSB recognized institution with at least 5 years of experience in poultry medicine. Excellent interpersonal skills and willingness to communicate directly with Veterinarians, farmers and students; ability to work with individuals from different disciplines; and excellent supervisory, multi-tasking, organisational and problem-solving skills, with ability to evaluate new processes, implement plans, and develop preventive/corrective action are required. Experience in commercial clinic set-up (including in-house lab and pharmacy, and electronic record systems); and proficiency in Cantonese and Putonghua are desirable. Holder of a valid Hong Kong driving license (Class 1 and 2) would be an advantage.
Candidates with less experience may be considered for appointment as Junior Poultry Veterinarian.
Salary and Conditions of Service
Salary offered will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include leave, medical and dental consultations at the campus clinic.
Information and Application
Further information on the post and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong [Email : hrojob@cityu.edu.hk/Fax : 2788 1154 or 3442 0311].
To apply, please submit an online application with (1) curriculum vitae and (2) a motivation statement highlighting hands-on experience, and references details in a single pdf. Review of applicants will start from 2 July 2026, and will continue until the posts are filled. Applicants will receive full consideration and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The University’s privacy policy is available on the homepage.
City University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the principle of diversity. Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes.
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