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WELCOME TO CLEMSON! Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call? One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond. So,... are you ready? JOB SUMMARY: Serve as the Section Head of Pathology, providing scientific leadership and oversight of the pathology section, including veterinary student pathology rotations. Directs and conducts professional and scientific activities in pathology in a timely manner to diagnose veterinary and zoonotic diseases. Communicate results, provide customer service and generate revenue as required. Perform other duties as assigned. JOB DUTIES: 30% - Essential - Management: Performs administrative duties and management of the pathology section as required for efficient operation of the Clemson Veterinary Diagnostic Center (CVDC), including personnel needs and evaluation, supplies and equipment needs, and procurement. Manage necropsy floor, supervise diagnosticians, pathologists, and necropsy technicians, and may co-supervise residents. 25% - Essential - Exams and Evaluations: Perform diagnostic pathology duties, including necropsies and biopsies with complex histopathologic evaluations of tissues and specimens derived from livestock, poultry, and other domestic and wild animals. Requests and interprets results of laboratory diagnostic tests. Assimilates information from varied sources to make timely diagnoses. Prepares clearly written, informative and timely reports of results, diagnoses, and recommendations. Communicate results to appropriate regulatory officials as necessary. 25% - Essential - Liaison and Outreach: Serves as the primary CVDC liaison to internal and external stakeholders. This position orchestrates the integration of veterinary student rotations within the pathology and necropsy departments, ensuring that hands-on clinical training meets the respective veterinary college standards without compromising the CVDC's primary diagnostic mission and client service timelines. The incumbent is responsible for aligning student learning objectives with CVDC laboratory workflows and resolving operational needs. Additionally, the role may serve as a pathology subject matter expert for outreach, providing guest lectures/presentations to internal and external stakeholders. 10% - Essential - Compliance: Complies with laboratory quality system policies and procedures. Assists technical, professional and administrative staff in support of quality program activities throughout the laboratory that align with ISO 17025 standards. 10% - Essential - Revenue Generation and Professional Development: Increases revenue stream through services. Conducts and collaborates on projects to enhance the economic viability of the lab. Attends seminars/webinars and conferences. Makes presentations at professional conferences and meeting and authors scientific manuscripts for publication. Studies relevant literature to stay abreast of emerging and infectious diseases and latest diagnostic methodologies. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education - 1st Doctoral / Professional Degree - DVM or equivalent degree from an AVMA accredited or recognized veterinary college. Work Experience 3-5 years of veterinary pathology diagnostic experience. Board certification by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP). PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: Education - MS or PhD in veterinary anatomic pathology or related field. Work Experience 5-10 years of experience and or aptitude as a supervisor is preferred as well as recent experience working as a pathologist in a veterinary diagnostic lab. Eligible for Veterinary License in SC & Drivers License. RESPONSIBILITIES JOB KNOWLEDGE Comprehensive Job Knowledge - Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Supervises Work of Others - Supervises work of others and may offer recommendations for hiring, termination and pay adjustments but does not have responsibility for making these decisions. BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 100% - Stand for prolonged period 100% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period 100% - Walk or move about 80% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder) 100% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself Recognize or inspect visually 70% - Move, transport, raise or lower 100% - Extends hands or arms in any direction 100% - Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors 100% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision WORKING CONDITIONS: 30% - Exposure to dust/fumes 30% - Mechanical hazards 40% - Chemical hazards 20% - Electrical hazards Burn hazards 15% - Exposure to heat or cold 30% - Wet or humid 20% - Noise 20% - Vibration 5% - Overnight Travel 80% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids) WORK SCHEDULE: Standard Hours: 37.5 COMPENSATION INFORMATION Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines. ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL Essential Level 2 employee Required to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call. JOB LOCATION: Columbia, SC APPLICATION DEADLINE: Apply by May 15, 2026 MILITARY AND VETERAN: MILITARY EQUIVALENCY: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. VETERAN PREFERENCE: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources. To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email upon submission of your application. CLOSING STATEMENT: Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status. Apply for Job * Careers * Sign In * New User