Veterinary Pathologist

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Veterinary Pathologist to join our team at W L Gore and Associates, Inc. in a dynamic and rewarding work environment. As a Veterinary Pathologist, you will play a critical role in the development of state-of-the-art implantable medical devices, including vascular grafts, endovascular and interventional devices, cardiac devices, surgical meshes, and sutures.

You will utilize your pathology training and experience to assess the performance and safety of medical devices in various animal models and implant locations in a regulated environment. Your expertise will be a critical input throughout device development, from early prototype iteration to mature product safety testing.

Responsibilities:

• Execute gross and microscopic analysis of medical devices for a diverse array of device categories.
• Compile data and write concise pathology reports, internal white papers, and external peer-reviewed articles.
• Present data in written and verbal forms for settings including pathology reports, presentations, and educational courses.
• Interface with project teams to discuss evaluations and analyses.
• Input as a subject matter expert on non-clinical study protocols, and regulatory-related efforts.
• Interact closely with study directors, research scientists, pathology technicians, histotechnicians, pathologists' assistants, clinical veterinarians, internal/external regulatory associates, product team associates (engineers), and medical personnel.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to good laboratory practice (GLP) guidelines, institutional animal care policies, and federal animal welfare regulations.
• Maintain compliance with training expectations as required for this position.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required within the scope of position.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an AVMA accredited or equivalent institution.
• Advanced (residency) training in veterinary anatomic pathology.
• ACVP board certification or board eligibility (anatomic).
• Strong collaborative communication skills (written and verbal).
• Enthusiasm and a team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to travel up to 5%.

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced research training (MS or PhD).
• Expertise in medical device pathology.
• Experience in a GLP compliant environment.

What We Offer:

We provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow. Our benefits offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. We also provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan and potential opportunities for profit-sharing. Learn more at [insert link].

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas, and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of our Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values, and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity, and respect.

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity, and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.

Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.