12-month Clinical Traineeship (Internship)

Murdoch University

School of Veterinary Medicine

12-month Clinical Traineeship (Internship)

The School of Veterinary Medicine, Murdoch University is pleased to offer the following 12-month Discipline-Specific Traineeships, starting in July 2026:

• Rotating (focus on Small Animal Internal Medicine and Cardiology)
• Oncology
• Anaesthesia

The 12-month postgraduate trainee program is an advanced clinical training program in the School of Veterinary Medicine at Murdoch University in Western Australia. The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University (TAHMU) is a busy, multidisciplinary clinic focused on both undergraduate and graduate training. Work alongside specialists and residents within these areas, to develop your clinical skills, while also gaining formal recognition of your training through concurrent enrolment in a graduate program. These positions would suit a recent graduate veterinarian interested in further university training and upskilling in these areas or seeking a steppingstone to further clinical training such as a residency. Opportunities for involvement in research are also provided. Exceptional new graduates will also be considered. For further information on TAHMU: https://youtu.be/FLXJvzarEIM.  

The Small Animal Internal Medicine and Cardiology sections at TAHMU offer specialist referral services for dogs and cats, utilising state-of-the-art diagnostic techniques and equipment, including video endoscopy, ultrasonography, digital radiography, CT, MRI, electrocardiography, and an on-site laboratory. Collaborating with specialist colleagues in oncology, dermatology, surgery, critical care, clinical pathology, imaging, and anaesthesia, we adopt a multidisciplinary approach for holistic and patient-centred care. As a trainee, you will form part of the medicine and cardiology teams, working alongside specialists and other graduate students. Responsibility for cases, including primary case management, is increased throughout the year, with the goal of providing a solid foundation for residency program applications.

The Oncology section at TAHMU predominantly manages small animal cases, with periodic involvement in the collaborative management of selected large animal cases. As a trainee, you will work closely with a specialist oncologist and a resident, gaining comprehensive exposure to a diverse caseload encompassing a wide range of neoplastic diseases. Training will include experience in contemporary diagnostic staging modalities and a broad spectrum of therapeutic interventions, including medical oncology, surgical oncology, electrochemotherapy, laser ablation, immunotherapies, and participation in clinical trials. Under direct supervision, you will progressively develop proficiency in the clinical management of oncology patients, including the safe preparation, administration, and monitoring of chemotherapy.

The Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia section delivers comprehensive anaesthesia care across a wide range of species, including cats, dogs, horses, ruminants, camelids, and pigs, supporting both large and small animal medicine and surgical disciplines. This allows trainees to receive exceptional, hands-on training within a busy teaching hospital environment. As a trainee, you will work alongside a dynamic and supportive team of specialist veterinarians, residents, and highly experienced veterinary nurses. All clinical cases are closely supervised by senior anaesthetists, ensuring a safe learning environment that encourages active participation, case-based discussion, and reflective practice. This position offers an outstanding opportunity to develop strong clinical skills and confidence in veterinary anaesthesia and analgesia across diverse species.

An annual stipend of $40k is offered with concurrent enrolment in the graduate program, which results in award of a Graduate Diploma in Veterinary Clinical Studies after completion of two semesters. Course fees are paid by the School. The role may involve after‑hours responsibilities as part of a rotating roster. Additional remuneration will be provided for any after‑hours duties.

Application process

Application for clinical training positions is restricted to veterinarians with a degree that can be registered in Western Australia.  Australian and New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status is required.  

A letter of intent, current CV, certified copy of academic transcripts, names of 3 referees, and a certified copy of passport/visa as proof of Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency, or of New Zealand citizenship, should be submitted to Jody.Reeve@murdoch.edu.au. All enquiries relating to the positions can be submitted to the same address.  

Applications close Sunday 24th May. (Early applications/expressions of interest are encouraged)

Candidates are chosen after a competitive selection process.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.