Combined Residency/PhD Training in Anatomic Pathology. Washington State University offers anatomic pathology residency/PhD training positions for DVMs for 2010.  The program combines anatomic pathology residency training in a fully accredited diagnostic laboratory (http://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/depts_waddl/) with state-of-the-art training in biomedical research leading to the PhD degree (http://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/depts-vmp/graduate/AnatomicPath.aspx). Trainees are eligible for American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) certification and are highly recruited for positions in academia, biotechnology and pharmaceutical research, and national laboratories.  Pathology training occurs under the guidance of 9 ACVP and one ACLAM board certified pathologists.  Twelve trainees completed the combined program in the past 6 years; all twelve successfully passed the ACVP board certification examination.  The PhD program emphasizes infectious disease research, including diagnosis and control of emerging diseases, pathogenesis, host defense mechanisms, and controlling disease at the human-animal interface.  Faculty are internationally recognized (http://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/research_vmp/) and experienced in mentoring trainees in state-of-the-art laboratories well funded by NIH, USDA, Grayson Foundation, Morris Animal Foundation, ACVP/STP Coalition, the Welcome Trust, and the WSU School for Global Animal Health (http://globalhealth.wsu.edu/).  For qualified applicants, numerous research opportunities are also available within the USDA Animal Diseases Research Unit (http://www.ars.usda.gov/main/site_main.htm?modecode=53-48-10-00), which is fully integrated into department. Starting stipend is $35,436 and may be supplemented by specific fellowships for outstanding candidates.  Preference will be given to U.S. citizens or permanent residents.  Applications should include veterinary college transcripts, curriculum vitae, a statement of professional goals, and names of three references.  Send applications to: James Stanton, Department of Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology, Washington State University, PO Box 647040, Pullman, WA 99164-7040; phone (509)335-3725; e-mail jstanton@vetmed.wsu.edu.

Washington State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity educator and employer. Protected group members are encouraged to apply.

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