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Position

Distinguished Pathologist

Company

Novartis

Certification Required

 

Minimum Degree Required

 

Posting Date

October 7, 2009

Senior Pathologist
Job Description The incumbent is responsible for generating and evaluating pathology data for assigned studies and accomplishes this through direct/indirect supervision of individuals assigned to studies. The incumbent is expected to sit on scientific boards, PAC, project teams, advisory committees and may be asked to function as project team representative for SP&A. The incumbent is expected to participate in the study design and in the evaluation and implementation of new procedures to improve the operations. A current knowledge of recent advances and new equipment/procedures is important to achieve optimum results. The incumbent is responsible for making recommendations toward the development of an annual budget and may be asked to provide input towards hiring and other evaluations which may affect the budget of the subdivision. May be assigned to projects with more complex design and/or those requiring the most advanced interpretive experience and knowledge. At the conclusion of the study, the incumbent is expected to participate in the data review/analyses and determine target organ toxicity. The incumbent may be assigned to monitor and review pathology procedures and data during the performance of studies by outside contractors. Performs other duties as assigned by the management.DVM/MD degree (or equivalent) with graduate training in pathology plus 10 years experience in toxicologic pathology, or PhD in veterinary pathology plus 5 years experience in toxicologic pathology. Ability to interpret toxicologic pathology results and write reports and scientific manuscripts. Ability to supervise other personnel, when necessary. Board certification in related fields is preferred (e.g., ACVP, DABT).
 
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