Veterinary Clinical Pathologist

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

The Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory is a fully accredited diagnostic laboratory, a member of the National Animal Health Laboratory Network, and provides services for veterinarians in the state of Georgia and the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital. The pathology section handles approximately 1,200 necropsies, including a wide variety of species (dogs, cats, horses, small and large ruminants, New World camelids, and occasionally other animal species such as pigs, birds, reptiles, etc.), around 12,000 biopsies (90% dogs and cats), and 4,600 cytologies per year. The successful applicant will join a team in the Department of Pathology that includes 22 pathologists (including 4 clinical pathologists), anatomic and clinical pathology residents, research scientists, and graduate students. The department has a passion for pathology and cultivates a supportive environment.

The College of Veterinary Medicine values all members of the university community, recognizing that differences in experience and culture can only lead to a more well-rounded, accepting academic environment. We have an expectation that all employees will demonstrate a contribution to our Principles of Community.

Applicants are asked to submit the following: (1) a detailed curriculum vitae (2) a cover letter addressing the candidate's commitment to diagnostic service, teaching philosophy, and research interests (maximum 3 pages), (3) the name, titles, and contact information for three professional references. Applicants should arrange to have three confidential letters of recommendation submitted. The letters should address the candidate's experience in a diagnostic laboratory setting, teaching experience, leadership qualities and communication skills. Candidates are encouraged to identify their strengths/experiences in these areas as it relates to service, teaching and residency training in their cover letter.

All application materials must be received by January 31, 2026, to ensure full consideration and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Questions regarding this position may be directed to either Drs. Sarah Schneider ( Sarah.Schneider@uga.edu), Search Committee Chair, or Binu Velayudhan ( Binu.Velayudhan@uga.edu), Director of the AVDL.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).

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