Asst / Assoc / Full Professor of Clinical Diagnostic Pathology

Position overview

Salary range :

The salary range for this position is $172,200 - $323,400. "Off-scale salaries" and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions, qualifications, and experience.

Application Window

Open date : April 22, 2025

Most recent review date : Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date : Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

POSITION AVAILABLE : Diagnostic Anatomic Pathologist. Asst / Assoc / Full Professor of Clinical Diagnostic Pathology in the California Animal Health & Food Safety Laboratory System (CAHFS) and Department of Pathology Microbiology & Immunology, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis. The successful candidate will be in residence at the newly constructed CAHFS Turlock laboratory in Turlock, California. This position is on site and not currently eligible for remote work. You will be joining a local team of two avian diagnosticians and an anatomic pathologist, and will be part of a four-lab system with 19 anatomic pathologists, toxicologist, epidemiologist, bacteriologists, virologist, and an electron microscopy specialist. CAHFS-Turlock is a new 40,000 sq. ft. facility schedule to open in early 2026 with local testing capabilities such as molecular diagnostics, bacteriology including MALDI-TOF, and immunology.

SALARY : The salary range for this position is $172,200 - $323,400. "Off-scale salaries" and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions, qualifications, and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS : DVM or equivalent degree with experience in mammalian and avian diseases required. Board certification or eligibility for board certification by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or European College of Veterinary Pathologists (ECVP) required. Appointment renewal to the 4th year requires ACVP or ECVP board certification. Demonstrated ability in diagnostic anatomic pathology and applied research required. Demonstrated experience in diagnostic disciplines, disease investigation and experience in diagnostic interpretation required. Advanced degree in veterinary pathology or related field preferred. Dual board certification by the American College of Poultry Veterinarians (ACPV) desired but is not a requirement. Knowledge of quality assurance, molecular diagnostics and microbiology desired. The successful candidate will have : i) excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively communicate with veterinarians, producers and government agencies; ii) client-focused, service-oriented approach to diagnostics; iii) demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere. UC Davis is committed to serving the needs of a global society and places a strong emphasis on recruiting faculty who uphold our principles of community.

RESPONSIBILITIES : Diagnostic Service : The candidate will function primarily as a diagnostic pathologist in the CAHFS Bickford-Charlton laboratory located in Turlock. The majority of the caseload is anticipated to be livestock and avian species with an emphasis on disease conditions affecting cattle and commercial poultry. The laboratory also accepts equids, camelids, sheep / goats, wildlife, and zoo collection species. Interaction with veterinarians, owners and livestock producers is an integral part of this position.

Research : Creative use of diagnostic case material including publication of results in appropriate journals is essential.

Teaching : The incumbent will have daily interaction with post-DVM residents in anatomic pathology and poultry / dairy medicine and limited teaching responsibilities to veterinary and graduate students.

Service : University and public service through departmental, school and university committee work, participation in professional organizations, continuing education and other appropriate activities is required.

APPLICATION PROCESS : To receive fullest consideration, applications must be received byJune 1, 2025; position open until filled. Interested applicants should submit : i) a letter of intent outlining special interest in the position, overall related qualifications, experiences, career goals; ii) curriculum vitae; iii) the names and contact information of five professional references and iv) authorization to release information form . Application material is to be submitted by using the University's online submission program athttps : / / recruit.ucdavis.edu / JPF07061

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

(required at time of application)

DVM or equivalent degree with experience in mammalian and avian diseases required. Board certification or eligibility for board certification by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or European College of Veterinary Pathologists (ECVP) required. Appointment renewal to the 4th year requires ACVP or ECVP board certification. Demonstrated ability in diagnostic anatomic pathology and applied research required. Demonstrated experience in diagnostic disciplines, disease investigation and experience in diagnostic interpretation required. Advanced degree in veterinary pathology or related field preferred. The successful candidate will have : i) excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively communicate with veterinarians, producers and government agencies; ii) client-focused, service-oriented approach to diagnostics; iii) demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere. UC Davis is committed to serving the needs of a global society and places a strong emphasis on recruiting faculty who uphold our principles of community.

Preferred qualifications

(other preferred, but not required, qualifications for the position)

Dual board certification by the American College of Poultry Veterinarians (ACPV) desired but is not a requirement. Knowledge of quality assurance, molecular diagnostics and microbiology desired.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Cover Letter

Statement of Research (Optional)

Statement of Teaching (Optional)

Authorization to Release Information Form - This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments. Please see the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for more information. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form .

Reference requirements

• 5-7 required (contact information only)

Letters will be requested from references as indicated on each candidate's application who are selected for

interview. Letters will be acknowledged upon receipt.

Apply link :

https : / / recruit.ucdavis.edu / JPF07061

Help contact : jjaskowiak@ucdavis.edu

About UC Davis

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

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Job location

Turlock, CA