About the Role

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is looking for an experienced Veterinary Clinical Pathologist to join our established team of pathologists. This is an opportunity to work across species, influence how a national diagnostic service evolves, and be part of an independent laboratory where clinical judgement still matters.

You can be based at one of our UK laboratories or work remotely, with flexibility built around clinical delivery rather than rigid schedules.

About Us

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an independent veterinary diagnostic laboratory with over 30 years’ experience, providing services to practices across the UK and internationally. We have specialist cytology and histopathology teams and work with all species, with a strong companion animal focus. As part of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we combine the stability of a national group with the autonomy of a specialist laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Interpretation of clinical pathology and laboratory data to provide clear, actionable diagnostic reports
• Evaluation and reporting of cytology samples
• Direct liaison with submitting veterinary practices to ensure optimal test selection and sample quality
• Working closely with laboratory technical teams to maintain and improve diagnostic standards
• Participation in clinical discussions, audits, team meetings, and service development
• Contribution to training, CPD activity, and internal knowledge sharing
• Supporting client‑facing activity including presentations, newsletters, or clinical materials

Requirements

Essential:

• Demonstrable experience in diagnostic veterinary clinical pathology
• Strong communication skills and a supportive, practice‑focused approach
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualification in Veterinary Pathology
• FRCPath membership, or board certification (or eligibility) with ACVP or ECVP
• Candidates working towards board certification are welcome

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience
• Hybrid or remote working options
• Enhanced company pension
• 32 days’ holiday (including bank holidays, pro‑rata)
• Additional holiday for long service
• Life assurance
• Savings‑related share option plan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• A collaborative, experienced pathology team that values clinical quality over volume

Working Pattern

Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm. Participation in a Saturday rota (frequency shared at interview).

How to Apply

For an informal conversation or to request further information, please contact: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply via the link.

Equality & Compliance

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to equality of opportunity. Successful applicants may be required to disclose unspent convictions, and a DBS check may be conducted. Random drug and alcohol testing is carried out in accordance with company policy.