Senior Principal Pathologist
AbbVie
September 03, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (North Chicago, IL)
Worldwide
$305,000 - $305,000 USD yearly
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Senior Veterinary Pathologist specializing in nonclinical safety assessment for early drug development compounds. Objectives include evaluating toxicological effects across in vivo, in vitro, and in silico models, and providing expert insights for cross-functional teams. Responsibilities encompass designing and overseeing animal toxicity studies with advanced endpoints, integrating pathology data into comprehensive toxicology reports, and advising on toxicology strategies to support compound progression. Requirements: DVM or equivalent plus postgraduate veterinary pathology training; Board Certification in Veterinary Anatomic Pathology (ACVP) preferred; Ph.D. in pathology or related field highly desirable. Candidates should have 5-15 years of industry experience in veterinary pathology, with familiarity across pharmacology, toxicology, and drug development processes. Skills in multidisciplinary collaboration, scientific communication, and regulatory compliance are essential. HighValue: expertise in nonclinical safety, advanced pathology endpoints, early development stages, and cross-functional team engagement. Work setup is not specified, but the role involves integration of complex data sources for safety assessments.