Veterinary Diagnostic Pathologist

Universities of Wisconsin•Madison, WI

8d•$115,000•Onsite

About The Position

The mission of the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (WVDL) is to promote animal and human health and the vitality of the State and National agricultural economy through the delivery of high-quality veterinary diagnostics and exemplary customer service. Pursuant to our mission, the WVDL works closely with an array of entities and has allegiances and obligations that include the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA); the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protections, Division of Animal Health (DATCP); the National Wildlife Health Center (USGS); the Division of Public Health of the Department of Health Services (DHS); the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR): the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene (WSLH); the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM); the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD); and the Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association (WVMA). These alliances provide for cooperation and information transfer as each organization pursues its mission. The WVDL is a National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) Core Laboratory and therefore is a part of our national defense against livestock disease disasters. The WVDL has laboratories located in Madison and Barron, Wisconsin. This position will be based in the Madison location. The diagnostic caseload at the WVDL consists primarily of ruminant species (particularly dairy cattle) with significant numbers of poultry and companion animals, as well as occasional free-ranging and captive wildlife species. Biopsy service and forensic necropsies constitute a portion of the diagnostic caseload. The successful candidate will independently perform necropsies, histopathology, coordination and interpretation of ancillary testing, and reporting with a focus on excellent customer service. Working as part of a team of 5 pathologists and 2 clinically oriented food animal veterinarians, the successful candidate will communicate with referring veterinarians, livestock producers, and other clients on such issues as infectious and reportable diseases, additional testing needs, diagnostic planning, and herd/flock management. This position may include an academic appointment of the Clinical Diagnostic Professorial Track within the Department of Pathobiological Sciences in the UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM). The level of appointment (Clinical Diagnostic Assistant or Associate Professor) depends upon education, relevant experience, professional and academic achievements and related factors. Information about this process will be made available to interested candidates. The title of this position will be determined by the WVDL based on the candidate's qualifications.

Requirements

Board certification through ACVP, AAAP, or ECVP is required. (ACVP: American College of Veterinary Pathologists; AAAP: American Association of Avian Pathologists; ECVP: European College of Veterinary Pathologists)
The candidate must possess excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and a demonstrated ability to work with colleagues, technical staff, and clients in a positive, engaging, collegial, and professional manner.

Nice To Haves

Significant experience and demonstrated interest, aptitude, and capability in mammalian and avian diagnostic pathology and disease investigation.
Experience and interest in bovine pathology is desirable.
Knowledge and experience coordinating and interpreting ancillary testing, such as molecular testing, bacteriology, virology, toxicology, etc., is essential.

Responsibilities

Participate in necropsy and biopsy service, efficiently and effectively providing high-quality results to our clientele.
Adherence to quality assurance and safety procedures within the laboratory is required.
Reading and interpreting transmissible spongiform encephalopathy (TSE) IHC slides as needed.
Participation in other WVDL duties and committee activities, as required.
Consultation, teaching, and outreach to animal health professionals, producer groups, clients, and/or students and residents, and cooperative work with state and federal animal health regulators/officials.
Participate in university, state, or national public service activities related to veterinary medicine, laboratory science, animal health, or production enhancement.
Opportunities exist to develop applied research within the laboratory and/or applied/basic research with collaborators at the UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine or other campus, state, national, and international institutions.
Publication in refereed journals and presenting information at national meetings is encouraged.
Opportunities exist to participate in the instructional program at the UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine, through didactic or laboratory instruction of veterinary students, residents, and graduate students.
Development of educational programs for practicing veterinarians and producers is encouraged.
Participation in university, state, or national public service activities related to veterinary medicine, laboratory science, animal health, or production enhancement, as desired.