Description
Veterinary Anatomic Pathologist Faculty Position
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville: UT Institute of Agriculture: College of Veterinary Medicine: Biomedical & Diagnostic Sciences
Location
Knoxville, TN, United States
Open Date
Nov 17, 2025
Description
Veterinary Anatomic Pathologist Faculty Position Announcement
Assistant/Associate Professor
Department of Biomedical and Diagnostic Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine
University of Tennessee
The University of Tennessee invites applications for a full-time faculty appointment as a Veterinary Anatomic Pathologist in the Department of Biomedical and Diagnostic Sciences at the College of Veterinary Medicine in Knoxville: https://vetmed.tennessee.edu/academics/biomedical-and-diagnostic-sciences/
The position will be offered at the rank of assistant or associate professor, in either a tenure or clinical (non-tenure) academic track, dependent on the individual’s qualifications and goals. The successful candidate will join a team of 8 anatomic pathologists in sharing diagnostic services, teaching, resident training, and scholarship in support of our College’s academic programs and referral hospital. The anatomic pathology service has a robust and diverse case load derived from our veterinary medical center, referring veterinary clinics, a large felid sanctuary, the Knoxville Zoo, local wildlife, etc., providing abundant opportunities for teaching, discovery and scholarship in a highly collegial and collaborative environment. The department is home to diagnostic laboratories (https://vetmed.tennessee.edu/vmc/dls) in bacteriology, endocrinology, parasitology, pathology (anatomic and clinical), virology-immunology, and pharmacology, providing services to the College’s Veterinary Medical Center and referring veterinarians across the country. Faculty enjoy full access to the University's core research and service facilities in advanced microscopy and ultrastructural imaging, genomics, and biological and small molecule mass spectrometry, among others. Advanced computing and modeling expertise are available through the University, NIMBioS, and in conjunction with Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
Qualifications
Qualified applicants must have: (1) a DVM (or equivalent degree), preferably from an AVMA accredited institution; (2) board certification in anatomic pathology from the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP), or the European College of Veterinary Pathologists, or eligibility to complete the ACVP board certification examination in 2026; (3) excellent verbal and written communication skills; and (4) the ability to work well with others in a collegial, team atmosphere. Teaching experience is desirable, but not required. A PhD and/or postdoctoral experience in a relevant field of biomedical research is desirable for those interested in developing an independent research program.
The successful candidate is expected to provide high quality diagnostic service, participate in resident training, teach professional and/or graduate students, and engage in scientific discovery commensurate with their research effort allocation. Teaching responsibilities include didactic lectures in the pre-clinical veterinary curriculum, instruction of clinical year veterinary students during their pathology rotation. The specific service, teaching, and research effort allocation is flexible, depending on the candidate’s interests and expertise. Opportunities to serve in a leadership role are available to interested candidates.
Application Instructions
For consideration, please apply and include: 1) letter of intent, including professional interests and goals, 2) current curriculum vitae, and 3) names and contact information (including email addresses) of three professional references.
Informal inquiries are welcome and may be directed to:
Ms. Elizabeth Allen
Department of Biomedical and Diagnostic Sciences
College of Veterinary Medicine
University of Tennessee
2407 River Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996
Email address: eallen6@utk.edu
Review of applications will begin December 17, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
Application Process
This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university.
Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to eoa@utk.edu, or by phone at 865-974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation and Resolution, 216 Business Incubator Building, E J. Chapman Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to investigations@utk.edu, or by phone at 865-974-0717.
Requirements
Qualifications
Qualified applicants must have: (1) a DVM (or equivalent degree), preferably from an AVMA accredited institution; (2) board certification in anatomic pathology from the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP), or the European College of Veterinary Pathologists, or eligibility to complete the ACVP board certification examination in 2026; (3) excellent verbal and written communication skills; and (4) the ability to work well with others in a collegial, team atmosphere. Teaching experience is desirable, but not required. A PhD and/or postdoctoral experience in a relevant field of biomedical research is desirable for those interested in developing an independent research program.
The successful candidate is expected to provide high quality diagnostic service, participate in resident training, teach professional and/or graduate students, and engage in scientific discovery commensurate with their research effort allocation. Teaching responsibilities include didactic lectures in the pre-clinical veterinary curriculum, instruction of clinical year veterinary students during their pathology rotation. The specific service, teaching, and research effort allocation is flexible, depending on the candidate’s interests and expertise. Opportunities to serve in a leadership role are available to interested candidates.
