Pathology Fellow

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San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

Pathology Fellow

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION

The Pathology Fellow performs all job assignments with a positive attitude that supports San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance''s mission and vision of saving species worldwide by uniting our expertise in wildlife care and conservation science with our dedication to inspiring passion for nature and leading the fight against extinction. The Pathology Fellow performs a variety of assigned pathology activities, while working toward a graduate degree. This is a one-year position renewable for a maximum of two years. This position reports to the Director of Disease Investigations.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Conducts and oversees gross necropsy examinations and tissue sample collections.
• Interprets clinical cytology specimens and laboratory analysis findings.
• Prepares reports and presents findings to clinical veterinarians.
• Keeps abreast of research and published literature.
• Presents documentation in the form of an external presentation or publication.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The fellowship offers unique opportunities for development of diagnostic skills in anatomic pathology of nondomestic species and investigative experience using pathology and molecular diagnostics for wildlife health. Primary responsibilities of the fellow will include gross and histopathologic examinations of free-ranging California wildlife as well as record keeping and communication with stakeholders on mortality investigations. Other expectations and opportunities include necropsy on a variety of zoo-based species, mentorship of pathology residents and veterinary student externs, and collaborative research with clinical veterinarians and conservation scientists. This position requires possession of current rabies and measles vaccination, and satisfactory completion of a Tuberculosis (TB) Test.

Candidates must submit a CV/Resume and Cover Letter.

JOB EXPERIENCE

• Residency in veterinary pathology

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• D.V.M. or equivalent degree
• Eligibility or certification by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Necropsy examinations and tissue sample collections
• Anatomic pathology through gross and microscopic examination
• Use word processing and database systems
• Make presentations
• Work with teams and effectively with others in a diverse environment
• Communicate effectively (verbal and written)

SOME OF THE REWARDS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER

• Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Family Passes
• Complimentary Tickets
• Free Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Local and In-House Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Location: San Diego, CA
• Position Type: Salaried Full-Time Exempt One Year Fellowship
• Salary Rate: $99,482 to $111,917

Salary

Salary Rate: $99,482 to $111,917

How to Apply

Apply directly in our Careers page:

https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/sdzwa/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/24963

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

2920 Zoo Dr

San Diego, CA 92101

Phone: 619-231-1515

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