Research Pathologist

About The Role

Perform duties of a study pathologist or peer reviewer on preclinical toxicology studies. Diagnose presence and stage of disease/toxicity using laboratory techniques and patient specimens. Study the nature, cause, and development disease/toxicity. You'll Do Here Perform macroscopic and microscopic tissue evaluations and interpretation of assigned studies.

Assist with necropsy supervision and gross pathology interpretation. Guiding of personal staff for sample collection and technical development. Write comprehensive report narratives detailing all test article effects. Enter pathology findings in data capturing system. As needed, work with study directors to ensure data is accurately integrated into study reports.

Provide training, technical guidance, and leadership to laboratory staff. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge in toxicologic pathology. May serve as principal investigator for contract pathology work, participate in pathology working group (PWG) as an observer and serve as a consultant in pathology-related issues May provide scientific expertise for experimental design and other aspects of research studies, as needed.

Act as pathology representative for important sponsors. Provide mentorship (study scientific reviews) on assigned studies to less experienced pathologists. Support establishment and or refinement of significant operational or scientific improvements within pathology. Ability to build strong bonds with technicians to foster open, honest, and candid communications Ability to multi-task and stay organized in a fast paced, changing environment.

Provide training, technical guidance and leadership to laboratory staff, pathology trainees, and less experienced pathologist.

What You'll Need

to Succeed D.V.M. (or Equivalent as listed by AVMA ECFVG®) Minimum of 5 years of toxicologic pathology experience in a GLP environment Diplomat of A.C.V.P. or J.C.V.P. or E.C.V.P. or R.C.P. MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point Ability to read and interpret technical documents and industry specific manuals. Ability to write advanced reports and correspondence.

Other Requirements: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Well developed interpersonal skills are required. Personal/professional integrity and proven discretion in handling confidential information. Ability to develop strong trusting relationships in order to gain support and achieve results. Capable of managing multiple conflicting priorities.

Must be self-directed, motivated, and have a willingness to take the initiative to identify and anticipate client needs and make recommendations for implementation. Relevant industry experience a plus.

What We Offer

The salary range estimated for this position is $170,000 - $210,000. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, prior relevant experience, skills, education, certification, location as well as internal equity and market data.

Benefits

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work. Altasciences' Benefits Package Includes: Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match Paid Vacation and Holidays Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs Altasciences' Incentive Programs Include: Training & Development Programs Employee Referral Bonus Program #LI-AN1