About The RolePerform 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 & Telehealth Programs
Altasciences' Incentive Programs Include:- Training & Development Programs
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Annual Performance Review
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