Pathologist
NAMSA pioneered the industry, NAMSA was the first independent company in the world to focus solely on medical device materials for safety. NAMSA started testing medical devices before the U.S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976.
We are shaping the industry. NAMSA has been a key contributor to the development of the test methods that govern our industry.
We have become the industry’s premier provider. We provide support for clients during every step of the product development lifecycle and beyond.
Come and work for an organization whose:
- Mission is to make a scientific contribution to every medical device in the world.
- Culture is passionately committed to the partnership between one another and our clients to improve and save lives through a respectful, trusting, and collaborative environment.
- Values have stood the test of time.
- Above all else, conduct ourselves with integrity
Job Description:
- Serves as the study pathologist for nonclinical studies conducted in compliance with applicable FDA and other national and international regulatory agency standards.
- Performs pathology services, to include 1) development of protocol pathology methodologies, 2) interpretation of gross, microscopic and clinical pathology study data (if applicable), 3) consultation with clients and study directors on pathology findings, and 4) completion of timely and accurate protocol-driven pathology reports.
- Collaborates with facility veterinarians as needed to generate diagnostic pathology data and interpretation of results in support of colony health objectives and needs.
- Participates in necropsies as appropriate and may train Associates participating in necropsies.
- Provides technical guidance to histologist on histological preparations.
- Assists in training department personnel in gross pathology and histology procedures, with guidance based on client goals, organizational needs, and company policy.
- Completes study reports and pathology assignments according to management study prioritization schedule.
- Works in conjunction with the Quality and Scientific Affairs to develop and maintain study integrity and GLP compliant processes.
- Represents NAMSA through seminars, client visits, and shows. This includes writing articles for publication or presentation.
- Maintains a GLP-compliant workspace, performs calibration/validation activities as required, operates equipment and performs tasks in compliance with all applicable SOPs.
- Assists in research to develop techniques for identifying and interpreting pathological conditions.
- Maintains a GLP-compliant workspace, performs calibration/validation activities as required, operates equipment and performs tasks in compliance with all applicable SOPs.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications & Technical Competencies/Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Evaluates histological slides to determine tissue response as a component of medical devices testing.
- Prepares a comprehensive report defining specific microscopic findings in individual animals and tissues as well as summarizing the finding and comparing/contrasting test vs. control groups.
- Evaluates macroscopic findings, hematological and clinical chemistry data in the interpretation of the overall tissue response.
- Participates in necropsies as appropriate and may train Associates participating in necropsies.
- Works in conjunction with Associates and/or clients in the development of study design.
- Discusses study results with clients. This may include developing a plan for further testing.
- Represents NAMSA through seminars, client visits, conferences, and medical device industry events. This includes writing articles for publication or presentation.
Qualifications and Skills:
- DVM with post-doctorate training in Pathology.
- ACVP board certification preferred.
- 3 years of related work experience with emphasis on Toxicological Pathology or Implant Pathology.
- Fluency in English and local language, if different, required.
Technical Competencies:
- Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with GLP testing, scientific applications, experimental design, and data evaluation.
- Understanding of applicable guidelines and regulations including, but not limited to NIH/PHS, USDA, ISO, USP, FHSA, CTFA, FDA, and other as required.
Working Conditions:
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to, and comes in contact with, a variety of livestock, domestic and laboratory animals. The employee routinely uses and is exposed to sharp objects, formaldehyde and other toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to fluoroscopy and may occasionally be exposed to blood borne pathogens and zoonotic diseases.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and work/type at a computer. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit, and is occasionally required to use large and small hand-held cutting tools to perform large and small, sometimes meticulous, incisions and cuttings as appropriate. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and up to 100 pounds with assistance. Employee may be required to view computer monitors and stand for extended periods of time.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.