Description

The mission of the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (WVDL) is to promote animal and human health and the vitality of the State and National agricultural economy through the delivery of high-quality veterinary diagnostics and exemplary customer service.

Pursuant to our mission, the WVDL works closely with an array of entities and has allegiances and obligations that include the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA); the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protections, Division of Animal Health (DATCP); the National Wildlife Health Center (USGS); the Division of Public Health of the Department of Health Services (DHS); the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR): the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene (WSLH); the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM); the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD); and the Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association (WVMA). These alliances provide for cooperation and information transfer as each organization pursues its mission. The WVDL is a National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) Core Laboratory and therefore is a part of our national defense against livestock disease disasters.

The WVDL has laboratories located in Madison and Barron, Wisconsin. This position will be based in the Madison location. The diagnostic caseload at the WVDL consists primarily of ruminant species (particularly dairy cattle) with significant numbers of poultry and companion animals, as well as occasional free-ranging and captive wildlife species. Biopsy service and forensic necropsies constitute a portion of the diagnostic caseload. The successful candidate will independently perform necropsies, histopathology, coordination and interpretation of ancillary testing, and reporting with a focus on excellent customer service. Working as part of a team of 5 pathologists and 2 clinically oriented food animal veterinarians, the successful candidate will communicate with referring veterinarians, livestock producers, and other clients on such issues as infectious and reportable diseases, additional testing needs, diagnostic planning, and herd/flock management.

This position may include an academic appointment of the Clinical Diagnostic Professorial Track within the Department of Pathobiological Sciences in the UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM). The level of appointment (Clinical Diagnostic Assistant or Associate Professor) depends upon education, relevant experience, professional and academic achievements and related factors. Information about this process will be made available to interested candidates.

The title of this position will be determined by the WVDL based on the candidate's qualifications.

Required Qualifications:

Board certification through ACVP, AAAP, or ECVP is required. (ACVP: American College of Veterinary Pathologists; AAAP: American Association of Avian Pathologists; ECVP: European College of Veterinary Pathologists)

The candidate must possess excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and a demonstrated ability to work with colleagues, technical staff, and clients in a positive, engaging, collegial, and professional manner.

Preferred Qualifications:

Significant experience and demonstrated interest, aptitude, and capability in mammalian and avian diagnostic pathology and disease investigation. Experience and interest in bovine pathology is desirable. Knowledge and experience coordinating and interpreting ancillary testing, such as molecular testing, bacteriology, virology, toxicology, etc., is essential.

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To begin the application process for this position, please follow the instructions listed at the job posting here.

(https://jobs.wisc.edu/jobs/veterinary-diagnostic-pathologist-madison-wisconsin-united-states)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm on April 12, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

To be considered for this position applicants should provide: 1) a cover letter describing relevant experience; qualifications, and career goals; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) a list of three professional references who can provide recommendation letters later in the selection process.

Contact WVDL Human Resources for more information.wvdlhr@wvdl.wisc.edu

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