Pathologist (NAMSA Talent Building Community)

North American Science Associates•Minneapolis, OH

About The Position

NAMSA pioneered the industry and was the first independent company in the world to focus solely on medical device materials for safety. NAMSA started testing medical devices before the U.S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976. We are shaping the industry. NAMSA has been a key contributor to the development of the test methods that govern our industry. We have become the industry’s premier provider. We provide support for clients during every step of the product development lifecycle and beyond. Come and work for an organization with the: Vision to inspire innovative MedTech solutions that advance global healthcare, improve patient lives and accelerate Client success and the Mission to deliver best-in-class global MedTech development solutions through our people, expertise and technology by adhering to our core Values: Act with integrity in everything we do. Provide best-in-class customer experiences. Develop superior talent and deliver expertise. Respond with agility and provide timely results. Embrace collaboration, diverse perspectives and ideas. Job Description: Serves as the study pathologist for nonclinical studies conducted in compliance with applicable FDA and other national and international regulatory agency standards. Performs pathology services, to include 1) development of protocol pathology methodologies, 2) interpretation of gross, microscopic and clinical pathology study data (if applicable), 3) consultation with clients and study directors on pathology findings, and 4) completion of timely and accurate protocol-driven pathology reports. Collaborates with facility veterinarians as needed to generate diagnostic pathology data and interpretation of results in support of colony health objectives and needs. Participates in necropsies as appropriate and may train Associates participating in necropsies. Provides technical guidance to histologist on histological preparations. Assists in training department personnel in gross pathology and histology procedures, with guidance based on client goals, organizational needs, and company policy. Completes study reports and pathology assignments according to management study prioritization schedule. Works in conjunction with the Quality and Scientific Affairs to develop and maintain study integrity and GLP compliant processes. Represents NAMSA through seminars, client visits, and shows. This includes writing articles for publication or presentation. Maintains a GLP-compliant workspace, performs calibration/validation activities as required, operates equipment and performs tasks in compliance with all applicable SOPs. Assists in research to develop techniques for identifying and interpreting pathological conditions. Maintains a GLP-compliant workspace, performs calibration/validation activities as required, operates equipment and performs tasks in compliance with all applicable SOPs. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Degree in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Medical Doctor (MD) from an accredited university is required.
3 years of related work experience with emphasis on Toxicological Pathology or Implant Pathology.

Nice To Haves

Board certified in anatomic pathology by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP), the European College of Veterinary Pathologists (ECVP), or equivalent bodies is desired.

Responsibilities

Serves as the study pathologist for nonclinical studies conducted in compliance with applicable FDA and other national and international regulatory agency standards.
Performs pathology services, to include 1) development of protocol pathology methodologies, 2) interpretation of gross, microscopic and clinical pathology study data (if applicable), 3) consultation with clients and study directors on pathology findings, and 4) completion of timely and accurate protocol-driven pathology reports.
Collaborates with facility veterinarians as needed to generate diagnostic pathology data and interpretation of results in support of colony health objectives and needs.
Participates in necropsies as appropriate and may train Associates participating in necropsies.
Provides technical guidance to histologist on histological preparations.
Assists in training department personnel in gross pathology and histology procedures, with guidance based on client goals, organizational needs, and company policy.
Completes study reports and pathology assignments according to management study prioritization schedule.
Works in conjunction with the Quality and Scientific Affairs to develop and maintain study integrity and GLP compliant processes.
Represents NAMSA through seminars, client visits, and shows. This includes writing articles for publication or presentation.
Maintains a GLP-compliant workspace, performs calibration/validation activities as required, operates equipment and performs tasks in compliance with all applicable SOPs.
Assists in research to develop techniques for identifying and interpreting pathological conditions.
Maintains a GLP-compliant workspace, performs calibration/validation activities as required, operates equipment and performs tasks in compliance with all applicable SOPs.
Other duties may be assigned.