Pathology Fellow - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance • San Diego, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pathology Fellow performs all job assignments with a positive attitude that supports San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance's mission and vision of saving species worldwide by uniting our expertise in wildlife care and conservation science with our dedication to inspiring passion for nature and leading the fight against extinction. The Pathology Fellow performs a variety of assigned pathology activities, while working toward a graduate degree. This is a one-year position renewable for a maximum of two years.

Requirements

• Possession of current rabies and measles vaccination.
• Satisfactory completion of a Tuberculosis (TB) Test.
• Residency in veterinary pathology.
• D.V.M. or equivalent degree.
• Eligibility or certification by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists.
• Necropsy examinations and tissue sample collections.
• Anatomic pathology through gross and microscopic examination.
• Use word processing and database systems.
• Make presentations.
• Work with teams and effectively with others in a diverse environment.
• Communicate effectively (verbal and written).

Nice To Haves

• The fellowship offers unique opportunities for development of diagnostic skills in anatomic pathology of nondomestic species and investigative experience using pathology and molecular diagnostics for wildlife health.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and oversees gross necropsy examinations and tissue sample collections.
• Interprets clinical cytology specimens and laboratory analysis findings.
• Prepares reports and presents findings to clinical veterinarians.
• Keeps abreast of research and published literature.
• Presents documentation in the form of an external presentation or publication.
• Gross and histopathologic examinations of free-ranging California wildlife.
• Record keeping and communication with stakeholders on mortality investigations.
• Necropsy on a variety of zoo-based species.
• Mentorship of pathology residents and veterinary student externs.
• Collaborative research with clinical veterinarians and conservation scientists.

Benefits

• Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Family Passes
• Complimentary Tickets
• Free Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Local and In-House Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level