Comparative Veterinary Pathology Fellow

Company: UNC-Chapel Hill
Location: Chapel Hill
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Position Summary The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill ( UNC ) offers an 18-month fellowship in comparative anatomic veterinary pathology, made possible by a generous donation from Charles River Laboratories, Inc ( CRL ). The position offers research and training opportunities that emphasize translational, computational, toxicologic, and digital pathology, as well as experience with advanced methodologies and related fields. At UNC , the Fellow will participate in diagnostic necropsies, support biomedical research, and receive mentorship from 4 board-certified veterinary pathologists. Additionally, practical toxicologic and digital pathology experience and mentorship through CRL provides the Fellow with skills essential for a successful modern career in veterinary pathology. Throughout the Fellowship, individuals will have the opportunity to participate in research using digital pathology, machine learning, deep learning, artificial intelligence, and digital image analysis. Other training opportunities include clinical rounds and staff meetings, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee ( IACUC ) protocol and amendment review, research and resident seminars, an on-site clinical veterinary diagnostic laboratory, pathology sample collection management, seminars and courses offered by the Davis-Thompson Foundation, and continuing education offered at national meetings ( AVMA , ACVP , STP , and others). Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience DVM / VMD from an AVMA -accredited or equivalent institution Completed at least 2 years of anatomic pathology residency training Eligible to take the American College of Veterinary Pathology’s phase II examination Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience Background with experiences showing a genuine interest in pursuing a career in laboratory animal/comparative medicine and/or research.

Keywords: UNC-Chapel Hill, High Point , Comparative Veterinary Pathology Fellow, Science, Research & Development , Chapel Hill, North Carolina