Principal Scientist, Veterinary Pathology Board Certified
Merck
August 26, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (West Point, PA)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Anatomic Pathologist in nonclinical safety assessment supporting drug discovery and development across diverse pipelines including oncology, immunology, vaccines, biologics, small molecules, and newer modalities. Responsibilities: perform routine and specialized histopathological evaluations, interpret postmortem data, collaborate with scientific teams, and contribute to safety profiles of drug candidates; potentially serve as Therapeutic Area Pathology Lead. Requirements: DVM with ACVP or ECVP certification, ability to interpret toxicology studies, experience in biotech/pharma/CRO preferred; strong collaboration and communication skills. HighValue: expertise in toxicology, GLP-compliant pathology, advanced laboratory techniques (digital pathology, IHC, EM), and regulatory engagement. WorkSetup: hybrid in Pennsylvania with ~10% travel.