Position Function:
The College of Veterinary Medicine, Mississippi State University, invites applications for a resident position in veterinary clinical pathology. The position is in the Department of Pathobiology and Population Medicine and the Diagnostic Laboratory Services (DLS), which is part of the Mississippi Veterinary Research and Diagnostic Laboratory System. This position will be a 3-year residency training program that will begin on July 16, 2026.
Salary Grade: 12
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Area of Specialization:
Clinical Pathology
Anticipated Appointment Date:
July 16, 2026.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This post-DVM training program will prepare the candidate to successfully complete the certifying examination of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists. This residency is a three-year position, renewable on an annual basis, assuming satisfactory performance. The resident will work closely with board certified clinical pathologists at MSU-CVM. Residency training will emphasize diagnostic cytology, hematology, clinical chemistry, hemostasis, and laboratory quality management. It will also include time on the surgical biopsy service. The resident will participate in the diagnostic service, teaching of veterinary students, journal club, rounds, seminars, and will be encouraged to attend and present at national meetings and write manuscripts for publication. The caseload is diverse, and diagnostic investigation is strongly supported. The Resident will participate in teaching veterinary students in both didactic and clinical settings.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum qualifications include a DVM or equivalent degree and the ability to attain licensure in the State of Mississippi. Licensure in Mississippi requires having successfully passed the NAVLE exam. For students that have not attended an AVMA accredited veterinary school, successful completion of the PAVE program (Program for the Assessment of Veterinary Education Equivalence) or the ECFVG (Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates) certification program is required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially related to client service.
Must be capable of working in a team environment comprised of faculty, doctors, staff, and students to provide veterinary care of patients and aid in the instruction of veterinary students and veterinary technology students.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Job frequently requires walking, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands. Job requires standing, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu.
Applications will be reviewed beginning March 02, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Applicants should submit a letter of application describing their interests and professional goals, curriculum vitae, college transcripts (any social security numbers should be redacted from submitted transcripts), and three confidential letters of reference. One should be from a board-certified pathologist along with the reference contact information. The position will begin July 16, 2026 with a starting salary of $45,000/year. Medical insurance is also provided. Questions related to the program or application process can be sent to the following:
Matthew Williams
Email: mlw847@msstate.edu
Phone: 404-394-7900
Screening Date:
March 01, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.
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