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Company: W.L. Gore
Location: Flagstaff, Arizona
Job Title: Veterinary Pathologist
About the Role:
W.L. Gore and Associates is looking for a Veterinary Pathologist to be employed at the research facility located in Flagstaff, Arizona as a member of the Biosciences’ Pathology team that supports the development of state-of-the art implantable medical devices, including but not limited to vascular grafts, endovascular and interventional devices, cardiac devices, surgical meshes and sutures.
The successful applicant will have demonstrated the ability to perform post-mortem examinations and microscopic analysis of various laboratory animal species and human medical devices, accurately perform data entry activities, and “gross-in” specimens in preparation for histological processing. The successful applicant will also demonstrate the ability to understand and adhere to institutional animal care policies, collaborate with internal and external medical device experts, and interpret data for regulatory body reporting. Attributes of a successful applicant include attention to detail and accuracy, ability to effectively manage their time, have a growth mindset, be an excellent team player, and have excellent communication skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Gross and microscopic analysis of tissue and implanted medical technologies to include cardiovascular, soft tissue, and other applications including performing necropsies on large and small animal species, grossing in specimens, and obtaining histomorphometric data
- Collaborating with product development teams to design and execute in vivo studies
- Compiling data and writing concise reports to meet business timelines
- Presenting data in written and verbal form to a broad audience
- Collaborating with appropriate associates (e.g. study directors, scientists, veterinarians, regulatory personnel, product development engineers, product specialists, statisticians, etc.) and external experts (e.g., physicians, veterinarians, engineers) as part of the evaluation process
- Providing scientific and technical support (providing input as a subject matter expert) for regulatory submissions and subsequent communications with regulatory bodies
- Ability to be hands-on, self-motivated, and able to function both independently and withing a team environment
- Knowledge of and adherence to institutional animal care policies, federal animal welfare regulations, and good laboratory practice (GLP) guidelines
- Additional responsibilities as required within the scope of the position
Required Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD) degree
- Diplomacy with the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (DACVP) specifically with Anatomic Pathology
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrates initiative
- Ability to work independently as well as within a team
- Demonstrate the ability to multi-task, including task delegation
- Demonstrate the ability to be an effective problem solver
- Feels comfortable around animal testing and research and working with fresh and fixed tissue
- Must be able to lift approximately 50lbs independently
- Ability to travel up to 5%
- Desired Qualifications
- Experience conducting or supporting non-clinical studies that comply with good laboratory practice (GLP) regulations
- Working experience as a pathologist in the medical device industry with experience developing nonclinical risk analyses for medical devices
- Experience in teaching or training others to anatomy, veterinary medicine, veterinary pathology, histopathology, microscopy, or a similar field
What We Offer:
Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.
We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits
Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening.
Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws. Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description..
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Company: Charles River Laboratories
Location: Mattawan, MI or Remote (USA)
Job Title: Senior Veterinary Pathologist
A Senior Veterinary Pathologist is responsible for providing pathology support for nonclinical studies. The person in this role will review protocols, provide gross and microscopic examination of tissues, and evaluate and report pathology results. The individual in this role will work with sponsors, as needed, to market company services to provide customer satisfaction, with minimal supervision.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform microscopic examinations on a wide variety of laboratory animal species, correlating findings with macroscopic, organ weight, immunohistochemical, and other findings; enter findings in data capture system.
- Assist with necropsy supervision; may conduct necropsies, including gross pathology interpretation and sample collection.
- Evaluate microscopic slides and review and interpret pathology data.
- Write comprehensive pathology reports detailing all test articles effects and correlates with other study findings; work with study directors to verify data is accurately integrated into study reports.
- Provide training, technical guidance and leadership to laboratory staff and trainees.
- Communicate effectively with management, sponsors, and coworkers in a timely manner to ensure important study or project milestones are achieved.
- Provide scientific expertise in pathology, including scientific review of research protocols, customer service to sponsors, and promote the capabilities of our company.
- Serve as a principal investigator when needed.
- Perform pathology peer reviews and participate in pathology working groups.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education/Experience: D.V.M. / V.M.D. (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) degree required. Ph.D. in Pathology or related discipline preferred, with minimum five years of related experience in anatomic pathology or experimental pathology.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
- Certification/Licensure: American College of Veterinary Pathologists (A.C.V.P.) board-certification required.
Other:
- People leader experience preferred
- Demonstrated ability to complete a significant workload without sacrificing quality and study timelines.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing at all levels inside and outside the organization.
- Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Computer skills, commensurate with Essential Functions, including the ability to learn a validated system.
- Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.
- Ability to work under specific time constraints.
The pay range for this position is $220,000 - $230,000. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
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Company: Regeneron
Location: Tarrytown, NY
Job Title: Associate Director, Clinical Pathologist
Associate Director of Pathology has primary responsibility to support drug molecule efficacy and safety studies in a variety of therapeutic focus areas (TFAs). The successful candidate will also provide Clinical Pathology support for GLP toxicology and PK studies of Regeneron molecules. The Associate Director will be expected to manage Clinical Pathology support to selected TFAs, and mentor junior Pathologists.
A Typical day in this role may look like:
- Serve as a scientific leader supporting nonclinical drug development across multiple therapeutic areas.
- Work both independently and as a part of integrated discovery and development teams to interpret pharmacologic and toxicity related findings and help advance promising therapeutics through Regeneron’s pipeline.
- Determining and evaluating clinical pathology-related endpoints in pharmacology and toxicology studies and guiding decision making.
- Collaborate closely with anatomic pathologists, toxicologists, and researchers within Regeneron.
- Partner with our CRO partners in providing scientific peer review of nonclinical safety studies.
This job might be for you if you have:
- Experience with integrating clinical and anatomic pathology data
- Experience with animal models of human diseases
- Clear, concise oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to cross functional teams
- Ability to contribute to scientific strategy, problem solving, and the broader understanding of pathology-related issues that influence drug development outcomes.
To be considered for this role, you must have:
- DVM (or equivalent) with ACVP certification in Clinical Pathology required, (strong preference for PhD in Pathology, Immunology, or related )
- Minimum 3 years of industry experience interpreting GLP and non GLP clinical pathology data in nonclinical studies and supporting discovery research in a pharma/ biotech or CRO setting.
- Additional certification in Anatomic Pathology nice to have
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Company: Vertex
Location: Boston, MA
Job Title: Pathology Senior Principal Research Scientist
Preclinical Safety Assessment (PSA) is a global function responsible for the design and conduct of comprehensive nonclinical safety programs for the evaluation of Vertex therapies at all stages of discovery and development. Vertex Pharmaceuticals uses cutting edge science and technology to perform robust assessments of novel therapies for the treatment of the most serious diseases with unmet medical need. Our culture enables individual empowerment where We Wins, Fearless Pursuit of Excellence, and Innovation are more than just corporate values; they are part of our everyday lives. PSA pathologists have significant roles in the drug development process beginning in early discovery and continuing through the entire drug development value chain resulting in successful registration and marketing approval.
Key Responsibilities:
- Scientific leadership in the design, conduct and interpretation of pathology endpoints for animal model development, target identification/validation, and in vivo pharmacology and nonclinical biomarker development studies including the use of cutting-edge molecular diagnostic and digital imaging technologies
- Prepares photographic or video images of pathology specimens for use in group or project presentations, reports, publications and/or presentations
- Anatomic pathology evaluation of investigative pathology and regulatory toxicity studies from lead identification/optimization through registration and post-marketing approval
- Scientific leadership in discovery, translational research, and regulatory nonclinical safety profiling activities as a key partner on cross-functional teams within Vertex, working with a high-functioning multidisciplinary team of preclinical safety and biomarker scientists including a Board-certified veterinary clinical pathologist and an extensive network of external consultants and contract research organizations
- Participation in regulatory submission document preparation, poster presentations and scientific publications, including addressing queries from global health authorities
- The position includes opportunities for potential additional roles including: Preclinical safety representative on discovery and/or development project teams
Minimal Requirements:
- DVM or equivalent and ACVP/ECVP board certification in veterinary anatomic pathology
- PhD in a relevant scientific discipline is strongly preferred
- 1-3 years of experience in discovery and/or toxicologic pathology in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology sector, or in the gross and histologic assessment of laboratory animals
- Practical experience using imaging technologies and molecular diagnostic pathology techniques to understand the pathologic basis of disease and support drug discovery and development would be preferred
- Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communications, strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking and issue resolution skills, and scientific collaboration, guidance, and mentoring of non-DVM scientists and laboratory associates
- Ability to contribute to decision making in a manner that is timely and consensus based, and to foster productive dialogue on complex topics
- Experience with new modalities (genetic and cell therapies) as well as experience in IHC/ISH, multiplex imaging, digital pathology tools, and interpretation of tissue-based biomarkers would be a plus
- Drive the adoption of innovative AI-powered solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy in histopathology processes
Pay Range:
$180,000–$270,000
Flex Designation:
On-Site Designated
Flex Eligibility Status:
In this On-Site designated role, you will work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
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Company: MIT Division of Comparative Medicine
Location: Cambridge, MA
Job Title: Senior Postdoctoral Fellowship in Comparative Anatomic Veterinary Pathology
MIT’s Division of Comparative Medicine (DCM) is seeking applications for a 12–15-month Postdoctoral Fellowship in Comparative Pathology. This position is specifically designed for veterinary pathology trainees seeking to advance their knowledge in comparative and translational disciplines. Established in 1982, DCM has a long history of training veterinarians for successful careers in research. To date, over 80 veterinarians have completed our laboratory animal training program, establishing themselves in prominent positions throughout the comparative medicine community, authoring or co-authoring more than 300 peer-reviewed scientific papers and over 50 textbook chapters. This fellowship integrates the trainee into a well-networked, collaborative scientific environment with strong foundations in both academic and industry sectors.
The primary goals of this fellowship are to provide a strong background in comparative and translational pathology and include providing diagnostic and experimental anatomic pathology support for MIT’s AAALAC-accredited animal facilities. The successful candidate will master laboratory animal diagnostics by participating in a large and diverse laboratory animal caseload. Primary responsibilities include performing gross pathologic and histopathologic examinations of a variety of laboratory animal species—such as mice, rats, hamsters, rabbits, pigs, non-human primates, zebra finches, fish, and amphibians—as well as interpreting anatomic and clinical pathology results, preparing comprehensive reports, and communicating directly with clinical veterinarians and research personnel. Scientific collaborations and the publication of diagnostic or collaborative research findings are highly encouraged.
DCM houses full on-site capacity for necropsy, histology, immunohistochemistry, hematology, microbiology, parasitology, and serology. Additional institutional core facilities provide the fellow with access to advanced technologies, including whole-slide digital scanning and other state-of-the-art tissue platforms. Trainees may also have access to departmental seminars and relevant MIT coursework.
Salary is based on MIT guidelines and take into account prior experience (www.postdocs.mit.edu). All benefits afforded to MIT employees are available to the fellow, including paid annual vacation, medical and dental insurance, a free subway/bus pass (MBTA), and local entertainment discounts. Further benefits information can be viewed at www.hrweb.mit.edu.
Requirements:
Applicants must possess a DVM/VMD or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited institution and have completed at least two years of anatomic pathology residency training. Preference will be given to candidates demonstrating a genuine interest in pursuing a career in laboratory animal/comparative medicine or translational research who are eligible to take the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) Phase II examination. The fellowship start date is September 8, with flexibility based on the candidate’s availability.
How To Apply:
To apply, please submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, veterinary education transcripts, and three letters of recommendation. Application review will start on July 15, 2026. Application materials and questions should be addressed to dvmtraining@mit.edu.
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Company: Gilead Sciences
Location: Foster City, CA
Job Title: Director, Nonclinical Sciences Pathology
The Nonclinical Sciences Department at Gilead Sciences is seeking a highly motivated veterinary anatomic pathologist to provide expert pathology and scientific support for nonclinical studies and safety strategies to support drug development from discovery through marketed products. This team-facing role involves collaboration with departmental colleagues and cross-functional teams throughout nonclinical drug development, supporting various molecular modalities, therapeutic areas, and spanning across research and regulatory pathology areas. The primary function of this role is to provide the interpretation, integration, and communication of complex anatomic and clinical pathology findings for novel therapeutics. Additional opportunities to participate in due diligence teams, serve in project team leadership roles, drive mechanistic studies, and participate in Gilead-wide working groups/cross-functional initiatives are available.
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Company: IDEXX
Location: West Sacramento, CA
Job Title: Preclinical Clinical Pathologist
As a Veterinary Preclinical Clinical Pathologist, you will be part of the IDEXX BioAnalytics (IBA) division. IBA is a dynamic and rapidly growing business that has been providing non-clinical pathology services, animal health monitoring diagnostics, and biological testing services for more than 40 years, with an experienced staff that includes ACVP and ACLAM board certified veterinary scientists, molecular biologists, and geneticists. We serve innovators in the biomedical and life science fields from highly respected educational institutions to world-class pharmaceutical companies and independent researchers developing life-changing therapeutics.
The successful candidate will also serve as a nonclinical safety development resource by helping to validate new test offerings for commercialization. Beneficial areas of expertise include nonclinical safety testing, emerging safety biomarker identification, toxicologic clinical pathology, drug development, and regulatory science. The role will also have strong alignment with internal team members in providing customer insights into our product and service offerings along with providing the scientific perspectives necessary to support commercial strategies.
What You Will Need to Succeed:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent)
- ACVP board certification or eligibility (additional certifications such as DABT or DACLAM are a plus)
- Typically, 3+ years of relevant experience (CRO, pharma, or biotech preferred)
- Solid foundation in clinical pathology, toxicology, and preclinical research
- Knowledge of laboratory techniques, clinical chemistry, and GCP/regulatory expectations
- Proven ability to communicate complex science clearly to diverse audiences—both technical and nontechnical
- A client-focused, consultative mindset with a passion for collaboration and problem-solving
- Strategic thinking, analytical rigor, and the ability to work across functions and priorities
- Familiarity with current topics and issues in preclinical toxicology testing and animal-based research
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Company: Tremont AI
Location: Remote (US and Europe)
Job Title: Toxicologic Pathologist
About Tremont AI Tremont AI is an early-stage company building artificial intelligence tools for preclinical drug safety assessment. Our products help pathologists and pharmaceutical teams evaluate preclinical data faster, more consistently, and at scale. We collaborate directly with tier-1 pharmaceutical companies and are backed by experienced advisors in AI for pathology and biotech. Our team includes AI engineers, domain scientists, and academic advisors distributed across the US and Europe.
About the Role We are looking for a board-certified toxicologic pathologist to join our team and serve as the scientific backbone of our AI development efforts. You will function as a product co-creator, working alongside the engineering team to validate and benchmark AI models that interpret histopathology data from preclinical safety studies. Your domain expertise will directly shape how our models understand signs of drug toxicity across multiple preclinical species. This role can be structured as full-time or part-time (50–80% FTE), and we welcome candidates who maintain concurrent academic or industry positions.
Responsibilities:
- Provide feedback on AI outputs for biological plausibility across organ systems and preclinical species
- Identify model failure modes and contribute to consensus benchmarks for performance evaluation
- Support inter-pathologist variability studies and help define gold-standard evaluation protocols
- Establish and maintain ground-truth labels for AI training data, annotating whole slide images with lesion diagnoses and severity grades
- Ensure annotation consistency with SEND standards and develop guidelines for new organ systems, species, and lesion categories
- Serve as the domain authority on preclinical safety workflows in discussions with pharmaceutical clients
- Advise on GLP compliance, SEND compatibility, and regulatory strategy for AI-generated pathology outputs
Required Qualifications:
- DVM, VMD, BVSc, or equivalent veterinary medical degree
- Board certification in anatomic pathology by the ACVP or ECVP (board-eligible candidates with significant toxicologic pathology experience also considered)
- 3+ years of post-certification experience in toxicologic pathology, with involvement in preclinical safety studies across standard laboratory animal species
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in toxicology, experimental pathology, or related discipline
- Experience with digital pathology and whole slide imaging
- Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and computational pathology
- Experience with SEND format and regulatory dossier preparation
- Prior experience at a pharmaceutical company, CRO, or biotech
Apply by sending your CV and a brief note of interest to careers@tremont.ai.
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Company: UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Location: Bastrop, TX
Job Title: Open Rank Faculty Position, Research Faculty Appointment, Veterinary Pathologist
Summary:
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center is dedicated to eliminating cancer through excellence in patient care, research, prevention, and education. The Department of Comparative Medicine (DCM), located at the Michale E. Keeling Center for Comparative Medicine and Research in Bastrop, Texas, plays a critical role in advancing this mission through innovative animal-based research programs.
DCM maintains nationally recognized research resources focused on non-human primates and other animal models. The department also operates a GLP-compliant preclinical studies program to evaluate the safety and efficacy of emerging therapeutics prior to clinical trials with a strong emphasis on translational research that benefits cancer patients.
This faculty position provides diagnostic pathology services, research collaboration, and educational support. Key responsibilities include delivering anatomic pathology expertise for early drug discovery, preclinical development, and safety assessment of novel therapeutics. The role also involves performing necropsies, contributing to colony health management, and supporting discovery studies. Most cases involve non-human primates with additional work in rodent models.
The successful candidate will collaborate with investigators across the institution and may engage with external sponsors. Additional responsibilities include participation in academic and research committees, mentoring trainees, presenting lectures, contributing to scientific publications, and supporting educational programs. Opportunities exist to develop independent or collaborative research programs.
Candidates must demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills along with a commitment to biomedical research involving animal models. The role requires maintaining professional development through continuing education, attending scientific meetings, and adapting to a dynamic research environment that may involve travel and time-sensitive work.
Qualifications:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent required; additional pathology training or PhD preferred
- Board certification (ACVP or ECVP) or ACVP Phase II eligibility required
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience (residency included); 3+ years experience in toxicologic or laboratory animal pathology preferred
Core Values:
Caring, Integrity, Discovery, Safety, and Stewardship guide all work, emphasizing collaboration, accountability, innovation, and responsible resource management.
Working Conditions:
Exposure to animal-related hazards, including zoonotic and experimental diseases; strong adherence to safety protocols required. Hybrid work environment offered.
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Company: StageBio
Location: Remote
Job Title: Senior Pathologist
SUMMARY: Includes macroscopic and microscopic tissue evaluation, entering data into data capture systems, report preparation, necropsy supervision, and client interaction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
(Not an Exhaustive List). Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Perform macroscopic and microscopic tissue evaluation and prepare histopathology reports
- Interact with clients as needed to facilitate project development and satisfaction
- Provide necropsy supervision, as needed
- Function as Principal Investigator, Study Pathologist, and/or peer review or PWG Pathologist
The physical demands and essential functions described here are representative of those that must be met, with or without reasonable accommodation. Any employee in need of reasonable accommodation must contact Human Resources.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:
- Advanced scientific degrees (DVM or equivalent required, MS/PhD optional)
- Board certified by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or international equivalent (ECVP, JCVP)
- Minimum of 5 years of work experience as a board-certified veterinary pathologist in a GLP research and/or toxicology environment preferred, including participation in pathology peer reviews
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Ability to travel for professional meetings and/or occasional necropsy services
- Excellent technical writing and communication skills
- Ability to establish and maintain trusted professional working relationships, both internally and externally.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a high-level of resourcefulness, including persistence and diligence in finding solutions and resolving issues.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, pathology databases, and other related software.
WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. at a time.
- Full-time positions generally involving work during local business hours from Monday through Friday, with some evenings and weekends as needed to handle urgent matters.
- The employee is required to operate a computer keyboard and microscope with camera.
- If working on site in a laboratory setting, additional conditions and requirements may apply:
- Operation of various laboratory instruments and small laboratory tools such as pipettes, cutting instruments, glass tubes, dishes and/or slides
- Handling of animal tissues
- Ability to read and understand all Safety Guidelines applicable to assigned work area
- Work in laboratory environment where there may be discomforts due to odors, noise, temperature fluctuations, and working arounsd lab equipment
- Possible exposure to toxins and animal tissues, although potential for personal injury or harm is minimized if established safety and health precautions are followed
- Use of personal protective equipment may be advised or required
StageBio offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes employer sponsored health insurance, short-term and long-term disability, AD&D, life insurance for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off, 401(k) with match, and paid standard and floating holidays. Salary is commensurate with experience. StageBio is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Company: Arkana Laboratories
Location: Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
Job Title: Laboratory Operations Director
Summary:
This role leads the technical operations and continuous improvement of an anatomic pathology lab across modalities such as microscopy, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, electron microscopy, and digital pathology. It is a hands-on position requiring time in the lab, collaboration with pathologists, and active coaching of managers.
The primary focus is translating strategic goals into effective daily operations. This includes designing efficient workflows, reducing bottlenecks, and building systems that support consistent, high-quality performance without reliance on reactive problem-solving.
Responsibilities:
A core responsibility is developing section managers by setting clear expectations, providing direct feedback, and strengthening their leadership capabilities so they can grow and lead their teams effectively. The role also oversees technical training programs, ensuring staff gain the competencies needed through structured, practical learning.
The Technical Director partners with quality assurance and physician leadership to maintain compliance with CAP, CLIA, and state regulations, ensuring readiness for inspections and maintaining scientific rigor.
Requirements:
Continuous improvement is central to the role. This includes reducing manual work, improving accuracy, and implementing automation where appropriate. Data-driven decision-making is critical, using metrics such as turnaround time, quality, and error rates to guide actions.
The role requires strong cross-functional collaboration, acting as a bridge between leadership strategy and lab execution while working with operations, training, IT, and finance.
Candidates should have leadership experience in laboratory or technical environments, with a track record of developing teams and improving operations. Anatomic pathology experience is preferred but not required for those willing to learn.
The ideal candidate is proactive, systems-oriented, and committed to continuous learning, withstrong communication skills, integrity, and a focus on patient impact."
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Company: Altasciences
Location: Everett, WA
Job Title: Veterinary Clinical Pathologist
We’re looking for our next amazing board certified Veterinary Clinical Pathologist to provide scientific expertise supporting preclinical toxicologic studies. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a talented team of anatomic and clinical pathologists dedicated to advancing drug development.
If you’re passionate about science and want to be part of a collaborative, innovation-driven environment making a meaningful impact on global health, we’d love to hear from you!
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Company: Accellab
Location: Boisbriand, QC, Canada
Job Title: Veterinary Pathologist
Accellab is looking for a Veterinary Pathologist to join our team (hybrid position). If you want to join an SME and a dynamic team, this position is for you!
Accellab is a preclinical contract research organization dedicated to medical devices, biotechnology and the pharmaceutical industries. The mission of Accellab is to be a one-stop contract research center, providing customers with all the services needed to conduct product safety and efficacy studies.
These services include study design, sophisticated imaging technology, blood assays, histomorphometry, histopathology, and report production for regulatory submissions. Fully AAALAC and CCAC certified, Accellab strives to meet the highest expectations of its customers.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
Responsible for delivering high quality pathological evaluations, including gross and histological correlations, to support preclinical safety and efficacy studies within a regulated environment. Ensure the scientific integrity, accuracy, and timely completion of all pathology data and reports, while maintaining documentation in alignment with GLP expectations and ALCOA principles. Work in close collaboration with study directors and operational teams to guide study design and preparation. Participate in client discussions, ensure client satisfaction and contribute to regulatory submissions for sponsor programs. Support the continuous improvement of pathology workflows, SOPs, and quality systems across the organization.
MAJOR ELEMENTS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform macroscopic and microscopic tissue evaluation and interpretation of assigned studies.
- Assist with necropsy supervision and may conduct necropsies, including gross pathology interpretation, sample collection and fixation;
- Assist in tissue samples trimming for histological preparation;
- Document pathology findings adequately;
- Write comprehensive report narratives detailing all test article effects. As needed, work with study directors to ensure data is accurately integrated into study reports;
- Ensure that all work performed is in accordance with the requirements of the study protocol, SOPs and in full compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP);
- Ensure good communication with study directors and other departments to support study activities;
- Write and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as needed;
- Interact with clients to assure satisfaction;
- Perform any other reasonable tasks that may be required.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
- Work in an office environment and in a laboratory environment;
- Spend several hours per day at a microscope as well as in front of a computer;
- Considerable sensory attention is required on a regular basis;
- Potential exposure to chemical and/or biological hazards;
- Work schedule requires flexibility as per job requirements;
- Position may require occasional domestic travel.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
- Education: Doctoral degree (DVM/VMD) from an accredited veterinary school, or acceptable international equivalent in veterinary medicine.
- Experience: Prior pathology experience post-DVM preferred; working knowledge of clinical pathology is preferred.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
- Certification/Licensure: Working toward being eligible to sit for the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or European College of Veterinary Pathologists (ECVP) certification exam;
- Other: Demonstrated success in technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others and independent thought. Computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheet and database software. Strong oral and written communication skills in English is required. French is a definite asset.
What we have to offer:
- Flexible and hybrid hours after the probation period
- Work/life balance
- Personal/sick leave
- Group insurance plan (medical, dental, disability, travel, etc.)
- Paid leave
- Employee assistance program
- Telemedicine
- An Accellab contribution to your RRSP
- Company events
Please send your Curriculum Vitae to isabelle.larose@accellab.com.
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Company: Toxicologic Pathology Associates, Inc.
Location: Jefferson, AR
Job Title: Veterinary Pathologist
Overview:
The candidate will play a key role in TPA’s research service mission in support of the NCTR and FDA, providing interpretation of gross and histologic lesions, closely collaborating with researchers within multiple disciplines at the Center, and providing scientific and anatomic pathology expertise in support of in-vivo and in-vitro studies to include new approach methodologies (NAMs) from protocol design and initiation to the presentation and publication of findings.
The position requires expertise in veterinary anatomic pathology, a strong foundation in anatomy and physiology, and the ability to work effectively across multiple scientific disciplines. The individual will also be an integral part of TPA’s internal histology, immunopathology, and molecular laboratories designed and developed to support state-of-the art high-quality tissue processing and staining necessary to meet the Center’s specific research objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Perform microscopic evaluation of tissues and correlate findings with necropsy, immunohistochemical, molecular and other pathology findings in GLP and non-GLP studies.
- Oversee necropsies involving a wide variety of laboratory animals and provide scientific guidance to necropsy technicians to ensure accuracy and compliance with protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Serve as a scientific contributor to the development of study protocols.
- Author comprehensive pathology narrative reports detailing all gross and microscopic findings while meeting report deadlines.
- Provide collaborative investigative support from study inception to the preparation and scientific review of manuscripts.
- Provide experienced pathology support in the interpretation of chemical or drug-related toxicology findings.
- If skilled in specialty areas such as molecular pathology, immunohistochemistry, etc., be responsible for evaluating specialty toxicology studies or specialty portions of studies.
- Function as a peer review pathologist and/or participate in a pathology working group (PWG).
- Serve as a consultant in pathology-related issues.
- Work directly with NCTR investigators as needed to ensure client satisfaction.
Qualifications:
- DVM/VMD degree or equivalent.
- Board certified by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists preferred.
- For both boarded and non-board-certified individuals, 1–4 years of relevant research toxicologic pathology experience is preferred. PhD (or equivalent) preferred but demonstrated investigative and/or industry experience in clinical pathology, toxicologic pathology or related discipline also considered.
- Experience working under GLP guidelines is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as being a productive contributor within a team environment.
- Experience in IHC/ISH, molecular pathology, digital pathology, and 3D cell culture models desired.
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TPA is an equal opportunity employer. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant because of race, sex, gender, ethnicity, religion, creed, age, color, military/veteran status, genetic condition or information, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, qualified physical or mental disability, transgender status, or any other legally protected class in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
TPA provides a competitive starting salary commensurate with applicant’s qualifications, expertise, and experience. TPA also offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes salary, medical, dental, employer-paid long-term and short-term disability, 401K with company match, and paid time off. The position is on-site with remote-work flexibility. The selected candidate will also be eligible for key-personnel bonus program.
Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the receipt of a satisfactory drug screening report and obtaining the necessary government clearance. Interested candidates should submit their application, resume and contact information to Kimberly Maynard . If you have any questions regarding this process, you may call at 1-301-796-2526.
If you have any questions about this position, please contact:
Dr. Giselle Cino, DVM, PhD, DACVP
1-301-796-1765
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Company: Biogen
Location: Cambridge, MA
Job Title: Scientific Director, Pathology
Biogen is seeking a motivated and passionate individual to join our team as a Director, Pathology. This role is integral to our mission of delivering transformative and safe drugs to patients by providing veterinary toxicologic pathology expertise across our diverse portfolio. You will be responsible for supporting the advancement of our pipeline by designing, executing, and interpreting toxicology studies, assessing safety risks, and contributing to project strategy across all phases of Drug Discovery and Development, as well as for marketed products. As part of an established team within the Nonclinical Safety function, you will collaborate closely with Toxicology and Study Management functions. In this high-impact position, you will play a pivotal role in enabling the delivery of first-in-class treatments and therapies that improve patient outcomes.
Responsibilities:
- Provide pathology expertise to the design and conduct of GLP and non-GLP nonclinical safety studies to enable progression of discovery and development programs to decision points.
- Conduct pathology peer reviews and provide expert evaluation of clinical and anatomic pathology data to inform study results and conclusions; conduct primary pathology evaluations as needed.
- Review anatomic and clinical pathology reports; review integrated toxicology reports for finalization.
- Serve as a contributing author to pathology sections of regulatory documents such as INDs, NDA/BLAs, IBs, and respond to Health Authority questions.
- Contribute to and/or lead the communication of safety study results and conclusions to program teams and internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide comparative medical perspective to drug development teams regarding the clinical relevance of findings from nonclinical safety assessment studies.
- Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving the efficiency of pathology processes and procedures, including collaborative efforts with CRO partners.
- Consult with colleagues on pathology-related results and investigate unexpected findings.
- Participate in business development and due diligence evaluations for potential in-licensing, partnerships, and acquisitions of external assets.
- Collaborate with colleagues on the design of investigative toxicology plans and studies.
- Participate in or lead Nonclinical Safety cross-functional initiatives and special purpose subteams to address emerging trends or new approaches in toxicology and pathology.
Who We Are:
You are an experienced toxicologic pathologist with a robust track record of developing and executing nonclinical safety studies across all phases of drug development. You thrive on making data-informed decisions that enable safe and effective therapies to reach patients.
Requirements:
- DVM or equivalent; MS/PhD preferred or significant research experience in a relevant scientific discipline.
- 12+ years of veterinary anatomic pathology post-graduate experience in the biopharmaceutical or contract research industry.
- Board certification in veterinary pathology (DACVP or equivalent) required.
- Ability and experience as a toxicologic pathologist to support discovery and/or development programs.
- Experience with multiple modalities, including oligonucleotides, small molecules, biologics, and antibody-drug conjugates.
- Proven leadership, organizational, and time management skills, including the ability to collaboratively interact effectively with internal/external colleagues and experts for the review of anatomic pathology.
- Must possess good communication and technical writing skills, capable of engaging in scientific dialogue among large groups of scientists, senior management, and external scientific experts.
- Ability to express views and opinions, listen, and accept conflicting points of view.
Job Level: Management
The base compensation range for this role is: $220,000.00-$303,000.00
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Posted:
Company: Eli Lilly and Company
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Job Title: Veterinary Clinical Pathologist
Eli Lilly and Company is seeking a talented and driven Veterinary Clinical Pathologist to join our world class scientific community at the Lilly Corporate Center in Indianapolis. For 150 years, Lilly has been dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering medicines that improve lives. As one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies, we invest in our people through competitive compensation, robust development opportunities, and a collaborative environment that values scientific excellence.
About the Role:
In this highly impactful position, you will serve as a scientific leader supporting nonclinical drug development across multiple therapeutic areas. You will work both independently and as part of integrated discovery and development teams to interpret pharmacologic and toxicity related findings and help advance promising biopharmaceuticals through the pipeline.
Your responsibilities will include designing and evaluating clinical pathology related endpoints in pharmacology and toxicology studies, integrating data across disciplines, and providing expert interpretation to guide decision making. You will collaborate closely with anatomic pathologists, toxicologists, study managers, and a wide range of scientific partners within Lilly and across our external research network.
A key aspect of this role involves working with external laboratories and business partners to assess capabilities, ensure assay quality and validation, support biomarker development, and provide scientific peer review. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across functions are essential, as you will be contributing to scientific strategy, problem solving, and the broader understanding of pathology and toxicology issues that influence drug development outcomes.
Basic Qualifications:
- DVM (or equivalent) with ACVP certification in Clinical Pathology
- Minimum 7 years of experience interpreting GLP and non GLP clinical pathology data in nonclinical studies
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in a scientific field
- Experience integrating clinical and anatomic pathology data
- Background in pathology of animal models of human disease or discovery research
- Clear, concise oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to contribute in cross functional environments
- Experience with biomarker development, assay validation, and report authorship
- Training or certification in anatomic pathology
- Ability to travel to external partners and regulatory agencies
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