Head of Clinical Pathology

Role Description

●        The Head of Clinical Pathology is a line management role within VPG Reference Laboratories and is an exciting opportunity to be responsible for delivering a market leading pathology service to all clients of VPG/Zoetis. The role will include change management responsibility during the ZOETIS transition and there will also be shared involvement with our internationally recognised resident training programme, business development and marketing activities aimed at improving and growing the service. This person will work closely with the other Head of Clinical Pathology.

●        The candidate will lead half of the Clinical Pathology Team and the position is remote based with opportunity to visit the VPG laboratories on a regular basis.

●        The candidate will report into the Associate Director of pathology (UK and IRL). Excellent collaboration with our Pathology Logistics Co-Ordinator is essential to ensure delivery of a timely and high quality delivery of service.

●        The candidate should work collaboratively with the Laboratory Directors to deliver an excellent and coherent laboratory service from sample reception through to pathology.

●        The candidate should identify opportunities to improve the pathology service, through productivity, quality, recruitment and staff performance.

●        Previous management experience, although desirable, is not essential, with previous demonstration of positive project involvement, customer interactions, team-building, change management and collaboration. Excellent communication skills and familiarity with pathology LIMS systems and computer acumen are essential as the team moves on to the LION system.

●        A Board qualification with the European or American College of Pathologists is mandatory together with MRCVS registration.

Full time

Why Join Zoetis?

At Zoetis, we are driven by a singular purpose: to nurture the world and humankind by advancing animal care. As the world’s leading animal health company, we innovate, collaborate, and make a real impact—every day.

🔹 Innovative Science & Technology – Work with cutting-edge solutions that enhance animal health and well-being.
🔹 Global Impact – Join a team that supports veterinarians, farmers, and pet owners worldwide.
🔹 People-First Culture – Thrive in an environment that values diversity, growth, and work-life balance.
🔹 Sustainability & Responsibility – Make a difference in a company committed to a healthier, more sustainable world.

Comprehensive Benefits

✔ Comprehensive Benefits – Enjoy life assurance, group income protection, and a robust pension plan with a generous company contribution.
✔ Health & Wellness – Benefit from private medical insurance, health assessments, dental insurance, and discounted gym memberships.
✔ Financial Security – Access mortgage advice, will writing services, and a share ownership plan with matching contributions.
✔ Work-Life Balance – Take advantage of paid annual leave to rest and recharge.
✔ Professional Growth – Enjoy industry-competitive salaries, merit-based salary progression, and a global performance bonus.
✔ Employee Support – Our Employee Assistance Programme offers counselling, welfare advice, and a 24-hour confidential helpline.

Our Core Beliefs

✔ Our Colleagues Make the Difference – We invest in our people and their growth.
✔ Always Do the Right Thing – Integrity and ethics guide everything we do.
✔ Customer Obsessed – We put our customers at the heart of our business.
✔ Run It Like You Own It – We take ownership and drive results.
✔ We Are One Zoetis – Collaboration makes us stronger.

Your passion for animals and science can shape the future. Are you ready to grow with us? 🚀 #Zoetis #JoinUs #AnimalHealth #CoreValues #Careers

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