"Veterinary Clinical Pathologist"

Position Summary

The Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (AVDL), College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens, GA invites applications for a full-time Veterinary Clinical Pathologist with a keen interest in and enthusiasm for diagnostic pathology and training. This is a twelve-month faculty position and can be either clinical (non-tenure) or tenure track with appointment at the level of assistant, associate, or full professor in a fully accredited diagnostic laboratory and NAHLN member.

The position will have a heavy emphasis on providing diagnostic cytology services to veterinarians submitting diagnostic specimens to the AVDL, training pathology residents, and instructing rotating senior veterinary students. Additional diagnostic service opportunities in the AVDL, teaching hospital, and flow cytometry services also are available, as well as additional teaching opportunities in the undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. There is an expectation to pursue scholarly activity with case material and develop a specific area of interest/expertise. While conducting research is not a requirement of the position, collaborative research opportunities abound and are encouraged.

Rank, salary, and terms of appointment will be dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the applicant.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants are asked to submit the following: (1) a detailed curriculum vitae (2) a cover letter addressing the candidate’s commitment to diagnostic service, teaching philosophy, and research interests (maximum 3 pages), (3) the name, titles, and contact information for three professional references. Applicants should arrange to have three confidential letters of recommendation submitted. The letters should address the candidate’s experience in a diagnostic laboratory setting, teaching experience, leadership qualities and communication skills. Candidates are encouraged to identify their strengths/experiences in these areas as it relates to service, teaching and residency training in their cover letter.

All application materials must be received by January 31, 2026, to ensure full consideration and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Questions regarding this position may be directed to either Drs. Sarah Schneider (Sarah.Schneider@uga.edu), Search Committee Chair, or Binu Velayudhan (Binu.Velayudhan@uga.edu), Director of the AVDL.

Position Details

Classification Title

Open Rank

Faculty Rank

Open Rank

Contract Type

Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status

Non-Tenure Track, Tenure Track, or Tenured

Minimum Qualifications

DVM degree or equivalent.

Additional Requirements

Candidates must have pathology board certification or be eligible to take the specialty board exam in veterinary clinical pathology, and be eligible to obtain a special faculty veterinary license to practice in Georgia. For information about the requirements for appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, please see the University of Georgia’s Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Preference will be given to those board-certified (ACVP, ECVP, or equivalent) individuals with an advanced degree in pathology (or similar field) with at least 1 to 2 years’ experience in diagnostic pathology.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Preferred candidates will have a commitment to diagnostic services, training pathology residents, and teaching excellence. Excellent organizational, oral, and written communication skills are required.

Duties/Responsibilities

Provide diagnostic clinical pathology services to veterinarians submitting diagnostic specimens to the Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. Adherence to laboratory quality control/quality assurance program is expected. Contribute to laboratory, college, and university governance through participation on various committees. Contribute to the profession through participation in professional organizations and the peer-review journal process. Participate in the teaching of pathology to consulting clinicians, DVM veterinary students, pathology residents, pathology graduate students, and any other interested individuals. Participate in collaborative or independent research with UGA faculty and/or faculty at other educational institutions (tenure track).

Percentage Of Time: 100

Posting Details

Posting Number: F2594P
Working Title: Veterinary Clinical Pathologist
Department: VetMed-Athens Diagnostic Lab
Job Posting Date: 12/15/2025
Job Closing Date: 02/28/2026
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area