Postdoctoral Associate – Veterinary Diagnostic Pathology

Iowa State University • Ames, IA

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About The Position

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: Responsibilities include receiving advanced pathology training and becoming proficient in coordinating diagnostic case submissions in the Pathology Section of the Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. The incumbent will present relevant case material, data summaries, and research findings at professional and stakeholder meetings. After completing appropriate training and demonstrating proficiency, responsibilities include: Case coordination and communicating diagnostic test results to clients. Engage in open discussions with clients regarding testing options. Clinically focused training of veterinary students in diagnostic medicine, with an emphasis on related implications for clinical practice, is expected. Department/Program & College Description: VDPAM is a global leader in food animal and population medicine, dedicated to advancing animal health, productivity, and welfare through research, clinical excellence, and outreach. Our mission is to educate and empower students, veterinarians, scientists, and industry partners with innovative, real-world solutions.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent
• Demonstrated interest in food animal production and diagnostic pathology.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience in a veterinary diagnostic laboratory.
• At least two years of advanced training in histopathology post-DVM.
• Evidence of scholarship in diagnostic pathology and/or toxicology, including conference presentations or publications.

Responsibilities

• Receiving advanced pathology training
• Becoming proficient in coordinating diagnostic case submissions in the Pathology Section of the Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
• Presenting relevant case material, data summaries, and research findings at professional and stakeholder meetings
• Case coordination and communicating diagnostic test results to clients
• Engage in open discussions with clients regarding testing options
• Clinically focused training of veterinary students in diagnostic medicine, with an emphasis on related implications for clinical practice

Benefits

• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees