Fish Pathologist - Diagnostic Services Laboratory - Atlantic Veterinary College - Full-Time Contract Position
https://www.upei.ca/hr/competition/44a25
The Diagnostic Services Laboratory, Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC), University of Prince Edward Island, invites applicants for a contract position in fish pathology. This is a full-time contract position starting immediately for eleven months and two weeks with the possibility of extension. The successful candidate will work with and collaborate with the current diagnostic fish pathologist.
The primary responsibility will be performing and reporting on necropsy and histopathology examinations of fin-fish and shellfish samples submitted to the AVC Diagnostic Service Laboratory. This service's clients include researchers, provincial and private aquaculture veterinarians in the four Atlantic Provinces, and researchers and/or aquatic laboratories nationally and internationally. The successful candidate will consult with diagnostic services, bacteriology, virology, clinical pathology, toxicology, and parasitology units.
Qualifications:
Applicants must have a DVM (or equivalent) degree and at least one year of experience in fish and shellfish pathology. Clinical aquaculture experience and ACVP board certification are assets, but board-eligible individuals will be considered. Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience.
Application Instructions:
Please submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of three references to:
Ms. Liz Dobbin, Director
Diagnostic Services Laboratory
Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PE
Canada, C1A 4P3
Phone: 902-566-0831
edobbin@upei.ca
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