Senior Research Pathologist

Altasciences

$185K — $225K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Everett, WA
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • D.V.M. or equivalent as recognized by AVMA ECFVG®, and/or Ph. D.
  • Minimum 5 years of toxicologic pathology experience in a GLP environment.
  • Experience in evaluating special stains and IHC preferred; specialty expertise in areas like CNS or reproductive pathology is a bonus.
  • Diplomat certification from A.C.V.P., J.C.V.P., E.C.V.P., or R.C.P. is required.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and pathology data management systems.
  • Clear communication skills for presenting information to clients and regulatory agencies.
  • Knowledgeable in current scientific literature relevant to the industry.

Responsibilities

  • Perform macroscopic and microscopic evaluations of tissue samples.
  • Supervise necropsy procedures and guide staff in pathology techniques.
  • Draft detailed reports on test article effects.
  • Input pathology findings into a data management system.
  • Collaborate with study directors to ensure report accuracy.
  • Train and mentor laboratory staff and less experienced pathologists.
  • Conduct research to advance diagnostic techniques.

Benefits

  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
  • 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
  • Training & Development Programs
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Annual Performance Review
Full Job Description

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.

What 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.

  • Engages in research to develop techniques for diagnosing and identifying pathological conditions.

  • Confers with scientists regarding research and reviews technical papers and reports.

  • Act as 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.

What You'll Need to Succeed

  • D.V.M. (or Equivalent as listed by AVMA ECFVG®), and/or Ph. D.

  • At least 5 years of toxicologic pathology experience in a GLP

  • environment.

  • Experience with evaluation of special stains and IHC and/or specialty pathology expertise (ie, CNS, dermal, ocular, or reproductive pathology and/or carcinogenicity studies) is highly desirable.

  • Diplomat of A.C.V.P. or J.C.V.P. or E.C.V.P. or R.C.P.

  • The computer skills required include but are not limited to: the ability to utilize Microsoft Office and pathology data management systems.

  • Ability to respond to common inquiries or feedback from customers or regulatory agencies; and, ability to effectively present information to clients, management, and public groups.

  • Preferred skills include but are not limited to demonstrates expertise in anatomic and or clinical pathology; demonstrates knowledge of current scientific and industry specific literature;

What We Offer:

The pay range estimated for this position is $185,000-$225,000. 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 & TelehealthPrograms

Altasciences' Incentive Programs Include:

  • Training & Development Programs

  • Employee Referral BonusProgram

  • Annual Performance Review

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