Stijn Niessen's Activities

Hyperadrenocorticism PhD opportunity at the RVC

Stijn Niessen — Mon, 04 Sep 2017 15:12:44 GMT

Afternoon colleagues,

Anyone interested in a small animal endocrinology PhD in my group?

Do let me know; more info:

http://www.rvc.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/phd/studentships/re-inventing-canine-hyperadrenocorticism-diagnosis-and-management

Have a good week, regards,

Stijn.

oncology locum + more at the RVC

Stijn Niessen — Fri, 27 Jan 2017 11:49:13 GMT

Morning all, quick note to see if anyone is interested in a unique Oncology locum opportunity at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC)- University of London’s Queen Mother Hospital for Animals in Hatfield (20 minutes by train to London). Starting date would be around the 21^st April 2017 for approximately 3 months with a definite possibility of a permanent position. This post includes working in our large vibrant cosmopolitan referral hospital, with friendly colleagues, a great transdisciplinary approach, exciting clinical trials, supervision of students, residents and case management. Medical oncology experience is essential, ECVIM or ACVIM (Oncology) diplomates preferred, though for the locum we would consider a nice medic with alternative oncology training. We are also in the process of developing our oncology service with at least one permanent position coming up soon. Please contact me in case of interest, thanks! (details: Dr Stijn Niessen, Deputy Director Small Animal Referrals, sniessen@rvc.ac.uk).

Have a good weekend,

Stijn.

ESVE Facebook site

Stijn Niessen — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 17:29:09 GMT

Good afternoon colleagues,

I just wanted to make you aware of the new Facebook site of the European Society of Veterinary Endocrinology.

This represents an easy way to follow the activities of SCE’s 15-year-old sister organisation and aims to provide updates on activities like the ESVE Endocrinology Summer School (happening this summer in beautiful Bologna, Italy), the laboratory quality assurance scheme (did you know that for some assays there is no difference between 77 nmol/l of cortisol and 179 nmol/l cortisol?), upcoming endocrine grants, upcoming continuing education activities (post-ECVIM-congress day in Gothenburg, Sweden), and much more.

If you like endocrinology, like: www.facebook.com/theESVE :-)

Have a good day, regards,

Stijn.

Ready to become a Royal Internist?

Stijn Niessen — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 12:15:57 GMT

Good morning colleagues,

I just wanted to share an exciting opportunity which has arisen within our friendly team of medics here at the RVC; feel free to share with anyone you might know with an interest; details below, regards, Stijn.

Lecturer in Veterinary Internal Medicine

Nr. Potters Bar, Hertfordshire

Attractive remuneration package

We are looking for a Lecturer in Small Animal Internal Medicine in the Department of Clinical Science and Services. This person would work mainly from our Hawkshead Campus, a 15 minute train ride from the centre of cosmopolitan London. The candidate would join our existing Internal Medicine team consisting of 7 internists who each have developed into key opinion leaders in various subspecialties including endocrinology, nephrology, urology, immunology, haematology and gastro-enterology. The team prides itself on providing a friendly, balanced and supportive environment, with plenty of opportunities to develop additional subspecialty interests. The appropriate candidate will be expected to enhance the department’s reputation through scholarship in clinical activities and teaching. You will achieve this by delivering professional services within the College’s hospitals, delivering clinical training on veterinary and paraveterinary undergraduate curricula and participating in postgraduate training programmes.

We are looking for true team players with exceptional leadership and communication skills and who are enthusiastic about working with students, including supporting undergraduate and postgraduate research projects. We are looking for candidates with a RCVS registrable degree in veterinary science, who hold an American or European postgraduate diploma in Internal Medicine. A background in research work in one of the College’s areas of special interest and a PhD, although desirable, are not essential.

Potential applicants wishing to discuss this position informally are encouraged to contact Prof. Daniel J Brockman (Head of Department) on +44 (0) 1707 666281 or email: dbrockman@rvc.ac.uk, Prof. Holger Volk (Clinical Director) on +44 (0) 1707 666061 or email: hvolk@rvc.ac.uk or Dr. Stijn Niessen (Head of the Internal Medicine Service) email: sniessen@rvc.ac.uk

For further information and details of how to apply please visit our website: https://jobs.rvc.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=CSS-0219-15

Closing Date: Thursday 11 February 2016
Interview Date: Friday 26 February 2016

Job reference CSS/0219/15

Inaugural Veterinary Endocrinology Summer School Bologna

Stijn Niessen — Mon, 16 Nov 2015 13:38:17 GMT

Afternoon colleagues,

Just wanted to make the membership aware of a unique veterinary endocrinology event taking place between 26th June - 1st July 2016 in beautiful Bologna, Italy. The event is aimed at all those with a specific interest in veterinary endocrinology and is provided by a host of 16 (!) fantastic speakers in this field, including Ed Feldman, Mark Peterson, Claudia Reusch, Ian Ramsey, Hans Kooistra, etc., etc.

The level will be similar to ACVIM ACE (advanced continuing education) courses for those who know this concept or you might have heard of the Neurology Summer School which is a similar longerstanding concept.

More information can be found on www.esve.org (click Summer School). Discounts apply for residents and ESVE members, budget-price high quality hotel room places have been specifically arranged.

Places are limited and are already getting booked by our fellow Europeans as we speak...

A perfect excuse for a visit to a beautiful region with fantastic food and a unique high level CPD event.

Regards,

Stijn.

Exciting internist opportunity at the RVC London

Stijn Niessen — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 08:45:03 GMT

Good morning colleagues,

Just wanted to make you aware of an exciting internist opportunity here at the RVC. If you are board-eligible or boarded, we would love to hear from you. We think you could have a great time working here with our team and (mostly) keen students with plenty of opportunities for you to teach us your particular expertise, as well as learn from ours in an exciting, welcoming, dynamic and cutting edge environment.

Please give us a shout if you are interested. If you are going to ECVIM in Lisbon, don't hesitate to approach me. Thanks!

Stijn (sniessen@rvc.c.uk).

Official details: http://jobs.rvc.ac.uk/CSS-0108-15