Job Summary

Position: The Department of Comparative Pathobiology (CPB) and the Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (ADDL) at Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine are seeking a full-time (12-month) Veterinary Anatomic Pathologist and Immunodiagnostics Section Head. ADDL is a full-service, AAVLD-accredited, NAHLN Level 2 diagnostic laboratory. The Immunodiagnostics Section performs diagnostic tests for antibody and virus detection from clinical specimens. There are twelve board-certified pathologists in the CPB department, with seven participating in the diagnostic efforts of the ADDL.

• Clinical Track Assistant or Associate Professor
• Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

This position offers an outstanding opportunity to contribute to diagnostic service excellence while engaging in teaching, scholarly activity, and collaboration across academic, government, and industry partners. The successful candidate will support the ADDL’s commitment to innovation, accuracy, and responsiveness in service to veterinarians, producers, animal owners, and public health officials, and will join a collegial and mission-driven faculty dedicated to advancing animal and public health.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree
• Board certification or eligibility by the American or European College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP or ECVP)
• MS or PhD in immunology, virology, or closely related field.
• Two years of experience in veterinary diagnostics with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, laboratory staff, and other stakeholders aligned with the mission of the diagnostic laboratory and department.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostic Service - Serve as Section Head of the Immunodiagnostics Laboratory, providing scientific leadership and oversight of fiscal management, quality assurance, and diagnostic service activities, while maintaining engagement with clients and stakeholders to ensure the laboratory meets their needs. Perform diagnostic pathology duties, including necropsies and biopsies with histopathologic examinations of these cases, writing reports, and consultation with clinical veterinarians, producers, and owners.
• Teaching – The successful candidate is expected to contribute to teaching/training in the Anatomic Pathology Residency program and DVM program. Additional opportunities for teaching exist in the Veterinary Technology program, and the Clinical Pathology, Microbiology, and Laboratory Animal Medicine residency programs.
• Research – Maintain a program of scholarly activities, which may include participation in collaborative research, providing continuing education/outreach to ADDL constituencies, presentations at local, regional, and/or national meetings, and publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Academic service is expected to include but is not limited to departmental, college, and university committees; professional organizations; and editorial or grant review panels.

College and University

The Indiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory at Purdue University is a key component of Indiana’s animal health infrastructure and serves as a regional and national leader in veterinary diagnostics, disease surveillance, and emergency response. The ADDL’s mission is to provide reliable, innovative, and vigilant services to veterinarians, animal producers, and regulatory agencies. With a skilled and dedicated workforce delivering services that meet all current standards, the ADDL plays an integral role in animal health by coordinating diagnostic strategies and delivering timely test results to partners in multiple sectors of veterinary medicine. The AAVLD is fully accredited by the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians. Indiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory - College of Veterinary Medicine - Purdue University

The mission of the Department of Comparative Pathobiology is to understand the causes and pathogenesis of diseases of animals, and to apply this knowledge to improve the health of people and animals. CPB faculty support the teaching mission of the college by participating in the DVM and Veterinary Technology programs, graduate student training, and residencies in Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology, Microbiology, and Laboratory Animal Medicine. CPB is home to the Center for Animal Welfare Science and the Center for the Human Animal Bond. Comparative Pathobiology - College of Veterinary Medicine - Purdue University

The Purdue College of Veterinary Medicine focuses on globally advancing animal and human health and well-being through excellence in learning, discovery, and engagement, as the leading veterinary college for comprehensive education of the veterinary team, and for discovery and engagement in selected areas of veterinary and comparative biomedical sciences. Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine - College of Veterinary Medicine - Purdue University

Purdue University is a public land-grant research university in West Lafayette, Indiana, United States, and the flagship campus of the Purdue University system. Purdue University is famous for its world-class engineering, agriculture, and technology programs, consistently ranking among the nation's best public universities. Purdue University

Application Process

To be considered, each application should include:

1. Curriculum vitae
2. Summary/statement of teaching philosophy and experience
3. Summary/statement of diagnostic service experience and vision
4. Names and contact information of three professional references

The review of applications will begin on March 10, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. The start date will be negotiable. A background check is required for employment in this position. Applicants needing more information are encouraged to contact Dr. Steve Hooser, Chair of the Search Committee, at shooser1@purdue.edu. 

EEO/AA Statement

Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access university.