Research Pathologist

Altasciences•Columbia, MO

About The Position

Perform duties as a study pathologist or peer reviewer on preclinical toxicology studies. Diagnose the presence and stage of disease or toxicity using laboratory techniques and patient specimens, and study the nature, cause, and development of disease or toxicity. The role includes evaluating and interpreting tissues, supporting necropsies, preparing study reports, entering pathology findings into data systems, and working with study directors and laboratory staff to ensure accurate, high-quality study work. The pathologist may also support contract pathology work, sponsors, experimental design, pathology working groups, and scientific or operational improvements.

Requirements

D.V.M. or equivalent as listed by AVMA ECFVG®.
Minimum of 5 years of toxicologic pathology experience in a GLP environment.
Diplomate of A.C.V.P., J.C.V.P., E.C.V.P., or R.C.P.
Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Ability to read and interpret technical documents and industry-specific manuals.
Ability to write advanced reports and correspondence.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Well-developed interpersonal skills.
Personal and professional integrity, with proven discretion in handling confidential information.
Ability to develop trusting relationships to gain support and achieve results.
Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities.
Self-directed and motivated, with willingness to take initiative to identify and anticipate client needs and recommend implementation.

Nice To Haves

Relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

Perform macroscopic and microscopic tissue evaluations and interpret assigned studies.
Assist with necropsy supervision and gross pathology interpretation.
Guide staff in sample collection and technical development.
Write comprehensive report narratives detailing test article effects.
Enter pathology findings into the data-capturing system.
Work with study directors as needed to ensure data is accurately integrated into study reports.
Provide training, technical guidance, and leadership to laboratory staff, pathology trainees, and less experienced pathologists.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of toxicologic pathology.
May serve as principal investigator for contract pathology work, participate in pathology working groups as an observer, and consult on pathology-related issues.
May provide scientific expertise for experimental design and other aspects of research studies, as needed.
Act as a pathology representative for important sponsors.
Mentor less experienced pathologists through scientific reviews of assigned studies.
Support the establishment or refinement of significant operational or scientific improvements within pathology.
Build strong relationships with technicians to foster open, honest, and candid communication.
Manage multiple tasks and stay organized in a fast-paced, changing environment.