Description
The US Army Veterinary Pathology Officer conducts diagnostic, surgical and necropsy assessments of DoD working animals. Conceives, designs and performs innovative and creative scientific research as well as more classical research support; frequently performed in accordance with the guidelines of national and international regulatory agencies such as the Food and Drug Administration, National Toxicology Program, and the World Health Organization. Evaluates therapeutics and vaccines intended for human use in animal models IAW Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) standards.
Core Skills
- clinical data analysis
- laboratory information management
- research design and methodology
- statistical analysis
- technical report writing
- regulatory compliance
- quality assurance and quality control
- SOP development
- risk assessment
- cross-functional collaboration
- presentation of scientific findings
- database querying
- evidence documentation
Common Certifications
- American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) Board Certification
- State Veterinary License (DVM/VMD)
- Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) Certification
- Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) Training
- HIPAA/Animal Research Compliance Training
Civilian Career Paths
- VETERINARY
- MEDICAL LABORATORY
- PUBLIC HEALTH
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