Clinical Pathologist II

Job Summary

Job Summary:  A Clinical Pathologist 2 is Responsible for all aspects of clinical pathology conducted on research studies. Partner with Study Directors to provide comprehensive interpretation and preparation of the clinical pathology portions of reports. Participate in protocol development, and give scientific input to laboratory staff and clients as requested. 

Essential Functions (The fundamental Duties & Responsibilities of the role (products and services provided/results accomplished) include, but are not limited to, those listed:    •    Responsible for preparation of assigned clinical pathology reports. Work with the Study Director to accurately integrate data into the final study report.  •    Responsible for the collection and reporting of clinical pathology data in studies. Provide assistance                to Study Directors in the interpretation of clinical pathology endpoints.  •    Serve as Study Clinical Pathologist, Study Director, or Principal Investigator on studies, as assigned, within the Clinical Pathology department.   •    Interact with Anatomic/Veterinary Pathologists to ensure relevant and appropriate correlations for clinical and anatomical pathology endpoints.  •    Evaluate study specimens related to clinical pathology, such as blood smears, bone marrow smears, urinalysis sediment preparations, and body fluid preparations. Evaluate other materials as necessary and appropriate.  •    Provide scientific expertise for experimental design and conduct of research studies. Participate in method development and identification and evaluation of new instrumentation as required. Assist in expanding the array of clinical pathology assays to meet contemporary needs and expectations.  •    Conduct on-site employee training in clinical pathology or related topics as needed for studies, specialty projects, or continuing education.  •    Provide expertise and guidance to Clinical Pathology personnel with technical issues.  •    Review and approve new/revised Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) pertaining to pathology. Confirm department SOPs are developed and maintained according to established guidelines. 

Job Qualifications

Qualifications (Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities required to accomplish the essential functions) include but are not limited to:  •    D.V.M. / V.M.D. (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) degree required. Ph.D. in Clinical Pathology or related discipline preferred, with minimum 5 years of related experience in clinical pathology or experimental pathology.  •    Board certification by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (D.A.C.V.P.) with specialty in Clinical Pathology required.  •    An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.  •    Demonstrated leadership skills as they pertain to intra- and interdepartmental initiatives, Sponsor interactions, and business development.  •    Ability to communicate verbally and in writing at all levels inside and outside the organization.  •    Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.  •    Computer skills, commensurate with Essential Functions, including the ability to learn a validated system.  •    Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.  •    Ability to work under specific time constraints. 

Compensation Data

The pay range for this position is $160,000-$170,000. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location