Job Details
The Diagnostic Services Laboratory, Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC), University of Prince Edward Island, invites applicants for a contract position in fish pathology. This is a full-time contract position starting immediately for eleven months and 2 weeks with the possibility of extension. The successful candidate will be working with and collaborating with the current diagnostic fish pathologist.
The primary responsibility will be to perform and report on necropsy and histopathology examinations of fin-fish and shellfish samples submitted to the AVC Diagnostic Service Laboratory. The clients of this service include researchers, provincial and private aquaculture veterinarians in the four Atlantic Provinces, as well as researchers and/or aquatic laboratories nationally and internationally. The successful candidate will consult with diagnostic services, bacteriology, virology, clinical pathology, toxicology, and parasitology units.
Requirements
Applicants must have a DVM (or equivalent) degree and at least one year of experience in fish and shellfish pathology. Clinical aquaculture experience and ACVP board certification are assets, but board-eligible individuals will be considered. Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience.
Application Instructions:
Please submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of three references to:
Ms. Liz Dobbin, Director
Diagnostic Services Laboratory
Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PE
Canada, C1A 4P3
Phone: 902-566-0831
edobbin@upei.ca
Contact Information
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Post Date: 10/7/2025 10:53:36 AM
Closing Date: 10/21/2025 12:00:00 AM
