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Residency/Graduate Position in Anatomic Veterinary Pathology
The Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, Department of Veterinary Pathobiology at the University of Missouri is offering a residency/graduate training position in veterinary pathology. The program is designed to qualify the trainee to successfully sit for anatomic pathology certification by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists. An abundance of case material for training in veterinary pathology is available. The laboratory is certified by the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians, with excellent diagnostic support in bacteriology, virology, serology, molecular biology, toxicology, and clinical pathology. Our faculty includes 6 diplomates of anatomic pathology in the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 3 diplomates of clinical pathology in the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2 diplomates of the American Board of Veterinary Toxicology, and 2 diplomates of the American College of Poultry Veterinarians. Residents participate in necropsy, surgical pathology, teaching programs, and required coursework.
The University of Missouri is a thriving AAU-member campus with a veterinary school, a medical school, the Research Animal Diagnostic Laboratory and is home to the interdisciplinary Bond Life Sciences Center. The Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory receives specimens from veterinarians and the public as well as from the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital and the Kansas City zoo.
A DVM or equivalent degree is prerequisite. Candidates should possess a strong academic record, evidence of interest and commitment to anatomic pathology, and must be able to communicate with clients effectively. The candidate is expected to pursue a Missouri veterinary license. The trainee may be enrolled in graduate school and may pursue the MS degree in Veterinary Pathobiology. Typically, residency training is accomplished in 3 years. Some individuals continue research training leading to a PhD degree in the area of Pathobiology. The position is available July 1, 2012 and is benefit-eligible. Travel funds are available for external training, as needed, and residents typically attend one or more conferences per year. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified. Applications will undergo initial evaluation December 15, 2011. Inquiries or applications (to include a letter of intent stating goals and interests, curriculum vitae, academic transcripts, GRE scores, and names of three references) should be addressed to the Dr. Gayle Johnson, Chair, Pathology Resident Search Committee, UMC Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, P.O. Box 6023, Columbia, MO 65205; phone 573-884-9236; FAX 573-884-7544; e-mail: johnsongc@missouri.edu.
The University of Missouri is an equal access, equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that is fully committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. For more information, call the Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resource Services/Affirmative Action officer at 573-882-4256. To request ADA accommodations, please call Human Resource Services at 573-882-7976. TTY users, please call through Relay Missouri, 1-800-RELAY (735-2966) or en Español at 1-800-520-7309.
Clinical Pathology Residency Position
The University of Missouri, College Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory invites applications for a 3-year residency in Clinical Pathology. The program provides in-depth clinical pathology training through diagnostic service responsibilities, limited teaching in the professional curriculum, participation in weekly seminars, presentations at national meetings, research experience and coursework leading to an M.S. (thesis or non-thesis) degree. The program is designed to meet the training requirements to sit for the certification examination of The American College of Veterinary Pathologists. Candidates must have earned a DVM or equivalent degree from an institution accredited by the AVMA and must qualify for both, admission to the University of Missouri Graduate School and veterinary licensure in the State of Missouri.
The successful applicant will work with three ACVP board-certified veterinary clinical pathologists and two residents in a professionally-staffed clinical pathology laboratory.
Applications should include curriculum vitae, statement of professional goals, veterinary school transcript & class ranking, and a list of three references (name, address, phone number, e-mail address).
The position shall begin July 1, 2012. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Application materials can be submitted to Charles E. Wiedmeyer DVM, PhD, DACVP, 900 E. Campus Dr., A345 Clydesdale Hall, Columbia, Missouri, 65211, 573-882-0052, wiedmeyerc@misssouri.edu.
This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/ums/departments/hr/benefits/.
The University of Missouri is an equal access, equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that is fully committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. For more information, call the Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resource Services/Affirmative Action officer at 573-882-4256.
To request ADA accommodations, please call Human Resource Services at 573-882-7976. TTY users, please call through Relay Missouri, 1-800-RELAY (735-2966) or en Español at 1-800-520-7309.
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