Veterinarian Positions
Position Title / Rank: Veterinary Pathologist, 1-year Contractually Limited
Department: Animal Health Laboratory
Deadline: May 8, 2018
Please reference AD #18-33
Position Description:
This position in the Animal Health Laboratory (AHL) is responsible for the provision of diagnostic anatomic pathology interpretive and consultative services in order to support the diagnosis of disease in animals. Using expertise in diagnostic veterinary pathology, the successful candidate will conduct gross and histologic examinations of domestic animals, including poultry; select and forward samples to various labs for testing; interpret ancillary test results; act as case coordinator and report findings to veterinarians, faculty, agriculture ministry staff, and/or federal authorities; provide consultative services to referring veterinarians; participate in test development, teaching, and research in support of AHL and Ontario Veterinary College programs; and, act as an expert witness for legal or insurance cases. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the Collective Agreement between the University and the University of Guelph Faculty Association (UGFA).
Requirements of the position include: DVM or equivalent; license to practice veterinary medicine in Ontario; advanced training in veterinary anatomic pathology; ACVP board certification in veterinary anatomic pathology; proficiency in conducting laboratory tests and identifying diseases, assessing results, and interpreting findings; sound knowledge of zoonoses and reportable diseases; excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills to convey scientific knowledge to a variety of colleagues and public audiences; organizational experience to plan work schedules, establish priorities; ability to interpret and apply provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act within a laboratory environment. Must be immunized against rabies.
Position Number: 482-TFT
Classification: Assistant Veterinarian
For further information, please contact the AHL director below.
Please submit your application for this position and your CV to Dr. Maxie by email by May 8, 2018.
Dr. Grant Maxie
Director
Animal Health Laboratory (AHL)
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario, N1G 2W1
(519) 824-4120 Ext: 54544
gmaxie@uoguelph.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest but wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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