SAIC Frederick, Inc., the operations and technical support contractor for the National Cancer Institute-Frederick has an excellent opportunity for a Scientist/Veterinary  Pathologist.  You will support a wide variety of research activities within the Center for Advanced Preclincial Research (CAPR) by combining veterinary pathology skills with modern molecular biology and genetic tools to study mouse models of human cancers and applicability of such models for drug development.  This will include interacting with CAPR project leaders, managers, and team leaders in studies directed toward various phases of animal model development and efficacy evaluation of selected therapies in the model system. In addition to basic and applied studies, will direct the development and support of specialized molecular and basic pathology services for the disease model(s). Will communicate and collaborate extensively with CAPR investigators and the senior staff of the Pathology and Histotechnology Laboratory Core.
 
Requirements include a graduate of a veterinary school accredited by the AVMA (e.g. D.V.M. or V.M.D.), satisfactory completion of the foreign equivalency examination (passing grade) administered by the AVMA, or M.D. with experience in rodent pathology. Board certification in anatomic pathology preferred. Foreign educated candidates who have completed part or all of their education outside of the United States must have their foreign education evaluated by an SAIC-approved accrediting organization to assure that it has met the equivalency of the qualifications of degree work in the United States.  In addition to the educational requirements, a minimum of two years related experience in experimental and/or comparative pathology is required. Documented research in significant publications and peer-reviewed journals, especially experience in pathology evaluation of genetically engineered mouse models of carcinogenesis (in particular, brain, prostate, pancreatic and lung neoplasms) desirable. Experience in design and conduct of preclinical trials is a plus, along with basic understanding of molecular genetics principles. This position is subject to obtaining a Public Trust Clearance.
 
Excellent salary and benefits accompany this position.  For additional information please visit our website and apply online for Staff Pathologist, position #138397 at our website:  www.saic.com

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