Veterinary Pathologist/Assistant Professor
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Murray State University is hiring a Veterinary Pathologist/Assistant Professor. Murray State University is seeking a full-time Veterinary Pathologist/Assistant Professor for its Hopkinsville, KY location. This role involves performing necropsies, interpreting histopathology slides, conducting research, providing consultations, and instructing in the Animal Health Technology curriculum. The position requires compliance with the Quality Management System and special projects as determined by the Head of Pathology.
Key focus areas include Perform necropsies on animal carcasses and report appropriate findings, Interpret histopathology slides of necropsy submissions and report findings, and Conduct appropriate research and publish findings.
Successful candidates bring Doctor Of Veterinary Medicine Or Equivalent and 2+ Years Residency Training In Anatomic Pathology. Important skills include Perform Necropsies, Interpret Histopathology Slides, Conduct Research, Publish Findings, Provide Consultations, and Provide Instruction.
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Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Murray State University is seeking a full-time Veterinary Pathologist/Assistant Professor for its Hopkinsville, KY location.
The Veterinary Pathologist/Assistant Professor’s primary responsibilities include the following:
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Perform necropsies on animal carcasses and report appropriate findings.
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Interpret histopathology slides of necropsy submissions and report findings.
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Conduct appropriate research and publish findings.
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Provide consultations with veterinarians and livestock farmers.
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Provide instruction, as required, for the Animal Health Technology curriculum.
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Comply with Quality Management System.
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Perform special projects as determined by Head of Pathology.
Minimum Education Requirements:
Candidates must have Doctor of Veterinary Medicine ( DVM ) or equivalent degree. In addition to the degree, must have 2 years of residency training in anatomic pathology with an emphasis on food animal and companion animal diagnostics.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Along with the application, the following items must be included:
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Letter of application
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Resume
For best consideration, please submit a completed application along with all required materials by August 15, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Minimum Salary: $67,847
Maximum Salary: $105,000
Work Hours:
Up to 5% local travel to present and attend professional meetings.
Work Location: Hopkinsville, KY
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