Veterinary Pathologist & Clinical Assistant Professor

About the Role

The College of Life Sciences and Agriculture (COLSA) at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) invites applications for a Veterinary Pathologist (Anatomic) within the New Hampshire Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (NHVDL). This full-time, 12-month, non-tenure-track Clinical Assistant Professor position is a three-year, renewable term of appointment. The NHVDL is a collaborative enterprise supported by UNH, the NH Agricultural Experiment Station, and the NH Department of Agriculture, Markets & Food, and plays a critical role in animal health diagnostics, disease surveillance, and public health across the region. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team providing high-quality diagnostic services to veterinarians, producers, researchers, and state and federal partners. The Veterinary Pathologist will contribute primarily to diagnostic services (approximately 75%), including necropsy, surgical biopsy, and cytology, while also supporting disease surveillance and client consultation. The remaining effort (approximately 25%) will focus on teaching, mentoring, and advising undergraduate students within the Department of Molecular, Cellular and Biomedical Sciences, with opportunities to engage in collaborative research, outreach, and development of specialized diagnostic services (e.g., livestock, wildlife, and aquatic species). The position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to UNH’s teaching, research, and service mission in a collegial and interdisciplinary environment committed to inclusive excellence.

Join a collaborative team of board-certified veterinary pathologists at the NHVDL, where you'll enjoy an exceptionally diverse and professionally rewarding diagnostic caseload. The pathology service evaluates more than 6,000 surgical biopsy and cytology cases, approximately 450 full necropsy examinations, and 400 mail-in necropsy cases annually across domestic animals, livestock, poultry, exotic species, wildlife, and aquatic animals. This breadth of submissions provides opportunities to develop specialty interests in areas such as wildlife, aquatic, and production animal pathology while contributing to disease surveillance, public health, and One Health initiatives. The pathology team is supported by a state-of-the-art histology section that produces more than 50,000 histology slides annually for both in-house diagnostic services and external pathology clients.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostic Service & Clinical Responsibilities (65%)
  • Perform necropsy, surgical biopsy, and cytology examinations, across a broad range of species, delivering accurate and timely diagnostic interpretations.
  • Manage case workflows and prepare comprehensive reports; communicate findings effectively with veterinarians, producers, and other stakeholders.
  • Contribute to quality assurance, biosafety, and continuous improvement of diagnostic services within the laboratory.
• Teaching, Advising & Mentorship (25%)
  • Provide undergraduate instruction in pathology and related disciplines (i.e. histology) 1 course per/year.
  • Advise and mentor students, supporting academic progress and experiential learning.
  • Contribute to curriculum development and student engagement initiatives within the department.
  • Instruct and provide learning opportunities to visiting pathology residents and other veterinary professionals seeking externship experiences.
• Research & Scholarly / Professional Engagement (10%)
  • Collaborate with faculty and external partners on applied research initiatives.
  • Contribute to the development of specialized diagnostic services (e.g., livestock, wildlife, or aquatic species).
  • Engage in professional development and scholarly activities, including presentations, publications, or service to professional organizations.
  • Participate in maintaining laboratory standards, protocols, and accreditation requirements.
  • Contribute to a collegial, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
• Board-eligible or board-certified (Diplomate) status with the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or European College of Veterinary Pathologists (ECVP), or eligibility to achieve certification within a defined timeframe.
• A minimum of three (3) years of training and/or professional experience in veterinary anatomic pathology.
• Demonstrated pathology experience in necropsy, histopathology, and cytology, with the ability to independently interpret and report diagnostic findings.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary anatomic pathology, including necropsy, histopathology, and cytology techniques and interpretation.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Understanding of animal disease processes, epidemiology, and the role of diagnostic laboratories in disease surveillance and public health.
• Familiarity with laboratory operations, quality assurance standards, biosafety practices, and regulatory/compliance requirements.
• Ability to analyze complex diagnostic data and produce accurate, timely, and well-documented reports.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey diagnostic findings to diverse audiences including veterinarians, producers, researchers, regulatory officials, and students.
• Demonstrated teaching and mentoring skills, with the ability to engage and support undergraduate learners.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple cases and responsibilities simultaneously.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-based, interdisciplinary environment.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and professional workplace and learning environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional experience, five plus (5+) years beyond residency is preferred.
• Experience and/or interest in supervisory/management and leadership roles are also desirable.

Application Requirements

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/CV section of the application (Maximum of 5 Documents):

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for 3 Professional References
• Teaching Philosophy

Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed.

Compensation

Pay Range: $105,000 - $135,000. The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon the candidate’s qualifications.