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Senior Principal Scientist, Veterinary Pathology Board Certified

$231.9k - $365k

Merck

A senior anatomic pathologist position at a research-intensive biopharmaceutical company's nonclinical safety department in Pennsylvania. The role involves leading toxicological pathology evaluations, interpreting drug safety data, and collaborating across cross-functional teams on immunology and biologics programs from discovery through late-stage development.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine and specialized histopathological evaluations to characterize drug safety profiles
  • Analyze postmortem data independently, interpret results, and assess clinical significance
  • Provide scientific leadership in defining toxicity mechanisms and assessing human relevance
  • Lead drug development team pathology activities and serve as safety department lead
  • Contribute to developing novel biomarkers and predictive safety models

Requirements

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree
  • 10+ years pathology experience in biotech, pharma, or CRO
  • ACVP or ECVP board certification in anatomic pathology
  • Residency in anatomic or toxicologic pathology
  • Proficiency in histomorphologic evaluation and toxicology study interpretation
  • Strong collaborative skills and cross-functional communication ability
  • PhD in immunology, toxicology, pathology, or related field (preferred)
Vacancy posted 21 days ago
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