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LabCorp

Global life sciences R&D services

Anatomic Pathologist

Veterinary ProfessionalsPosted on Nov 12
Full-timeGreenfield, IN, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A DVM, VMD, or other veterinary degree is required.
  • Board certification by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists is required.
  • At least 3 years of pathology residency experience is required.
  • The ability to evaluate animal tissue sections, including interpreting histomorphologic findings for every tissue of each animal and interpreting selected special stains and procedures, is required.
  • The ability to formulate pathology tables by directly entering all histomorphologic findings into a computerized data collection system is required.
  • The ability to conduct necropsies and recognize, describe, and interpret necropsy findings is required.
  • The ability to provide scientific guidance and feedback to histology technicians to correct artifacts, prevent recurrence of technical problems, and ensure accuracy and compliance with protocols, standard operating procedures, and client quality expectations for histotechnology is required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • The ability to work around formalin and other chemicals used in the necropsy room or histology laboratory is required.
  • The ability to occasionally use a respirator and protective clothing is required.
  • The ability to sit at a microscope for extended periods and stand for extended periods during necropsy supervision is required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform complex microscopic evaluation and interpretation of tissue sections from animals exposed to test materials, and correlate findings with necropsy, organ weight, and clinical pathology findings.
  • Author comprehensive pathology narrative reports of microscopic, gross, and clinical pathology findings while meeting report deadlines.
  • Supervise necropsies and provide scientific guidance to necropsy technicians to ensure accuracy and compliance with protocols and standard operating procedures.
  • Communicate the significance of pathologic findings to study directors, clients, and other individuals.
  • Participate in histopathology consultations and peer reviews with other pathologists.
  • Attend pre-initiation and/or pre-necropsy meetings.
  • Perform internal peer reviews of in-house toxicology reports that include interpretations of anatomic pathology data.
  • Take photomicrographs of tissues and lesions as directed by protocol or client request for inclusion in reports, consultations, and/or submissions to regulatory agencies.
  • Provide diagnostic support to the Department of Laboratory Animal Medicine in its disease surveillance programs.
  • Participate in process improvement projects.
  • Attend scientific meetings and continuing education seminars.
  • Author scientific manuscripts and give presentations.

Desired Qualifications

  • A PhD is preferred.
  • DABT certification is preferred.
  • At least 1 year of toxicologic pathology experience is preferred.
  • At least 1 year of experience with pathology data systems such as Xybion, Instem, or APLIS is preferred.

About the Company

LabCorp

Global life sciences R&D services

Labcorp provides global life sciences and healthcare R&D services, supporting pharma, biotech, and crop protection clients with testing, safety assessments, and regulatory submissions. It conducts studies ranging from basic physicochemical tests to complex inhalation toxicology and uses specialized facilities to evaluate inhaled substances and ensure regulatory compliance. Its global presence and integrated suite of services enable clients to move projects from early development to product approval within one organization. Labcorp aims to help clients bring safe, effective products to market efficiently, advancing human health and scientific research.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Burlington, VT
Founded
1976

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