"Diagnostic Anatomic Pathologist"

Job Description

Description Diagnostic Anatomic Pathologist. Asst/Assoc/Full Professor of Clinical Diagnostic Pathology in the California Animal Health & Food Safety Laboratory System (CAHFS) and Department of Pathology Microbiology & Immunology, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis. The successful candidate will be in residence at the CAHFS laboratory on the UC Davis campus. The salary range for this position is $172,200 - $323,400. “Off-scale salaries” and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions, qualifications, and experience. Diagnostic Service: The candidate will function primarily as a diagnostic pathologist in the CAHFS, Davis laboratory located on the UC Davis campus. The diagnostic caseload includes a variety of livestock, avian and wildlife species with an emphasis on disease conditions affecting food animal species. Interaction with veterinarians, owners and livestock producers is an integral part of this position. Research: Creative use of diagnostic case material including publication of results in appropriate journals is essential. Teaching: The incumbent will have limited teaching responsibilities to veterinary and graduate students; and contribute significantly to resident training. Service: University and public service through departmental, school and university committee work, participation in professional organizations, continuing education and other appropriate activities is required.

Preferred and Required Qualifications

Requirements: DVM or equivalent degree with experience in mammalian/avian diseases required. Board certification or eligibility for board certification by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or European College of Veterinary Pathologists (ECVP) required. Appointment renewal to the 4th year requires ACVP or ECVP board certification. Demonstrated ability in diagnostic anatomic pathology and applied research required. Demonstrated experience in diagnostic disciplines, disease investigation and experience in diagnostic interpretation required. Advanced degree in veterinary pathology or related field preferred. Knowledge of quality assurance, molecular diagnostics and bacteriology desired. The successful candidate will have: i) excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively communicate with veterinarians, producers and government agencies; ii) client-focused, service-oriented approach to diagnostics; iii) demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere. To receive fullest consideration, applications must be received by August 8, 2025; position open until filled. Interested applicants should submit: i) a letter of intent outlining special interest in the position, overall related qualifications, experiences, career goals; ii) curriculum vitae; and iii) the names and contact information of five professional references and iv) authorization to release information form. Application material is to be submitted by using the University’s online submission program at https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07164.

Application Deadline

08/08/2025