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Asst/Assoc/Full Professor of Clinical Diagnostic Pathology

Position overview

Salary range: “The salary range for this position is $163,100 - $307,800. “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: May 15, 2024

Most recent review date: Sunday, Jun 30, 2024 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: Thursday, May 1, 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

Diagnostic 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 CAHFS laboratory on the UC Davis campus.

The salary range for this position is $163,100 - $307,800. “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.

DVM or equivalent degree with experience in mammalian/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. Knowledge of quality assurance, molecular diagnostics and bacteriology 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, and iv) demonstrated (or potential) accomplishment in areas contributing to diversity and inclusion. UC Davis is committed to supporting a diverse community of scholars with an emphasis on recruiting faculty who will contribute substantively to diversity.

Diagnostic Service: The candidate will function primarily as a diagnostic pathologist in the CAHFS laboratory located on the UC Davis campus. The diagnostic caseload includes a variety of livestock, avian and wildlife species with an emphasis on disease conditions affecting food animal 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 local resident 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.

To receive fullest consideration, applications must be received by June 30, 2024; the is 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) a statement summarizing experience and professional contributions in the area of diversity and inclusion; and iv) the names and contact information of five professional references. Application material is to be submitted by using the University’s online submission program at https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF06430

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

DVM or equivalent degree with experience in mammalian/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. Knowledge of quality assurance, molecular diagnostics and bacteriology 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, and iv) demonstrated (or potential) accomplishment in areas contributing to diversity and inclusion. UC Davis is committed to supporting a diverse community of scholars with an emphasis on recruiting faculty who will contribute substantively to diversity.

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

Advanced degree in veterinary pathology or related field preferred.

Knowledge of quality assurance, molecular diagnostics and bacteriology desired.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion documented in the application file will be used to evaluate applicants. Visit https://academicaffairs.ucdavis.edu/faculty-equity-and-inclusion for guidelines about writing a statement and why one is requested.

Reference requirements
  • 5-7 required (contact information only)

Zoom interviews will be conducted, if necessary. Phone references will be done for each tier 1 candidate with letters of reference being solicited for the candidate of choice.

Apply link: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06430

Help contact: jjaskowiak@ucdavis.edu

About UC Davis

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco-free campus (http://breathefree.ucdavis.edu/).

We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

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Job location

Davis, CA