Residency Training in Veterinary Clinical Pathology.  The Department of Veterinary Pathobiology at Texas A & M University invites applicants for a training position in clinical pathology. The three-year program fulfills the eligibility requirements for the American College of Veterinary Pathology (ACVP) certification examination, and the program has a strong record of residents becoming ACVP diplomates. The candidate will join a team of three board-certified clinical pathologists and two clinical pathology residents. The goals of the program are to produce well-trained and well-rounded pathologists for academia, industry or government and facilitate preparation for board certification in clinical pathology by providing experience in diagnostic service, instruction of veterinary students, participation in diagnostic and research-oriented seminars, and graduate course work. Candidates are strongly encouraged to complete a Ph.D. degree and may be eligible for continued salary support following the residency. Research areas within the department include hemostasis, host/pathogen interactions, renal and urine proteomics, immunology, molecular genetics, neuroscience, avian pathology, parasitology, virology, comparative pathology, and bacteriology. Signature programs within the college include environmental medicine/toxicology, neurosciences, biodefense and emerging infectious diseases, cardiovascular sciences, reproductive biology, and biomedical genomics. The Bryan-College Station area offers a diverse college-town atmosphere, a relatively low cost of living, and convenient access to regional urban centers.  Applicants must possess a DVM or equivalent degree from an AVMA-accredited school, and provide evidence of academic strength and interest in pathology. The starting salary is $31,000 per year with medical and retirement benefits. The start date is July 1, 2010. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.  Interested individuals should submit a resume, college transcripts, GRE score, contact information for three references, and a statement of professional goals and interests via e-mail to cvoelker@cvm.tamu.edu, or send by mail to: Ms. Cindy Voelker, Business Coordinator, for the attention of Dr. Karen E. Russell, Department of Veterinary Pathobiology, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas 77843-4467. For more information, phone 979-845-4655. Additional department information is available at http://vtpb-www.cvm.tamu.edu. Texas A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer committed to excellence through diversity. 

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