Principal Veterinary Pathologist

Careers that Change Lives:
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A Day in the Life:

- Collaborates with Study Sponsors across all Operational Units was well as PRL Departments in the design, refinement, and execution of preclinical research efforts.
- Responsible for the pathology sections of preclinical studies, from researching the most appropriate model or methods, to budgeting, protocol writing, analysis, reporting and to possible regulatory rebuttal.
- Exercises independent judgment in establishing evaluation criteria and methods for the acquisition and optimization of pathologic data in alignment with best-practices and with outlines in national or international regulatory agencies.
- Timely completion of pathology reports after consultation with other involved scientists.
- Conducts or oversees animal necropsies on site and provides documentation.
- Conducts or oversees tissue dissections or fixed-tissue trim and provides documentation.
- Generates summary pathology reports that are aimed to convey the intricate spatial relationships including the biological interactions between host and implant; results will showcase the pathology implications for the safety and/or efficacy of devices.
- Directs appropriate specimen processing for histology (laboratory on site) or other diagnostic methods.
- Adheres to SOPs or Regulatory Guidelines, stays current with internal training, supports PRL's quality systems through implementation of pathology-related SOPs and Work Instructions
- Assists in and influences the execution of research efforts also for bench models or preclinical R&D outside of PRL.
- Performs pathology analyses of human autopsy or surgery specimens, or human cadaver tissue

**Must Have: Minimum Requirements**:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, DVM from an accredited national or international University.

Board Certification as Anatomical Veterinary Pathologist (ACVP or ESVP)

Minimum of 7 years of anatomical veterinary path ology (gross and microscopic) in an Institution with a diverse case load across several animal species and a variety of diagnostic needs.

Pathology process experience.

Nice to Have:

- Knowledge regarding animal welfare in research.
- Knowledge in toxicologic or investigative pathology from a CRO, biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
- Scientific and technical expertise in digital pathology, immunohistochemistry,
- Scientific writing skills as evidenced by publications.
- GLP or ISO experience.
- High level of visual skills aimed at comprehensive data compilation and presentation (photography).
- Interest in clinical pathology
- Base knowledge in statistics and/or use of statistical Program Packages

Physical Job Requirements:
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)

The provided base salary range is used nationally (except in certain CA locations). The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience, certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.

A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefits here.

Medtronic Incentive Plan : This position is eligible for an annual Bonus Program. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) here.