Training Center Posting

Residency / MVSc Program in Clinical Pathology
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PE, Canada
January 12, 2011

The Department of Pathology and Microbiology, Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC), University of Prince Edward Island, is offering a three-year residency/graduate program in Clinical Pathology.  The first two years of the program will consist of residency training and completion of a non-thesis Master of Veterinary Science (MVSc) degree.  If progress is deemed satisfactory, the resident will continue into a final year of training, consisting primarily of diagnostic service experience.

The primary emphasis of this program is to provide the resident with diagnostic experience over a three year period to qualify for certification by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP), with the graduate training strengthening critical thinking and research skills.  Participation in the undergraduate pathology teaching program is required and publication of MVSc research and case reports is strongly encouraged.

Applicants must possess a DVM or equivalent qualification.  Previous clinical experience is desirable but not required. Concurrent application for admission to the AVC graduate program is recommended, as successful admission is required for appointment. For further information on the Department of Pathology and Microbiology, please consult: http://www.upei.ca/pathmicro/  For further information on applying for AVC graduate programs, please see http://www.upei.ca/registrar/4_master_science

The term of the appointment is August 1, 2011 to July 31, 2014.  The starting salary is $29,120.00 per annum.  This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Applications will be accepted until March 15, 2011 or until a suitable candidate is found.

To apply, please send a letter of intent, DVM transcripts, a curriculum vitae and names and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of two referees to:

Dr. Frederick Kibenge, Professor and Chair
Department of Pathology & Microbiology
Atlantic Veterinary College
University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PE  C1A 4P3, Canada
kibenge@upei.ca
Telephone: (902) 566-0967
Fax: (902) 566-0851

In accordance with Canadian immigration regulations, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.  However, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. The University of Prince Edward Island is committed to gender equity in employment.

*Please refer to the ACVP listing upon inquiry.