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Supervisory Veterinary Medical Officer (Pathology)
Smithsonian Institution · Posted 106 days ago
Hybrid Full-time Washington, DC $144K – $187K Apply by Jul 21, 2026 Veterinary Medical Science INFJINTJISFJISTJ Healthcare
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The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in Animal Care Sciences, Wildlife Health Sciences, National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute (NZCBI). For more information on Direct Hire please go to the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/direct-hire-authority/
What You'll Do
- →The Veterinary Medical Officer (Pathology) will provide pathology expertise and contribute to disease prevention measures, conducting research, and collaborating with various stakeholders.
- →In this position, you will: Deliver a comprehensive pathology program that encompasses a wide variety of animal species, including exotic and endangered animals.
- →Identify and evaluate significant disease or health trends that indicate the presence of disease Oversee and supervise clinicopathology and anatomical pathology services in support of the clinical program Develop and implement diagnostic pathology protocols, procedures, and guidelines to ensure consistent veterinary care and proper maintenance of animal facilities.
Requirements
- ✓PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE ANNOUNCEMENT TO ENSURE ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS ARE INCLUDED Conditions of Employment This position requires successful completion of residency in anatomic pathology resulting in board eligibility or previous specialty certification by American College of Veterinary Pathologists or foreign equivalent and must be included in your application package to receive consideration.
- ✓The position requires some physical exertion, physical strength, and agility in handling and treating many of the collection animals, many of which are very dangerous and large.
- ✓The selectee will be exposed to the risk of handling dangerous animals, and there is a potential for zoonotic spread of infectious diseases.
- ✓The work can be inside or outside in all kinds of weather day or night.
- ✓Some of the drugs used are very potent and potentially lethal if not handled properly.
- ✓Incumbent is responsible for staff coordination and safety controls.
- ✓Medical Requirements: Individuals must be physically and mentally able to safely and efficiently perform the full range of duties of the position without creating hazards to themselves or others.
- ✓Veterinary Medical Officers who inspect or supervise inspection activities in privately owned slaughter houses and processing plants must meet specific medical standards and physical requirements established by the Food Safety and Inspection Service of the U.S.
- ✓Department of Agriculture.
- ✓Qualification requirements must be met within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.
- ✓For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions on OPM website.
- ✓Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation May need to complete a Probationary Period Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.
Benefits
- ★The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, accident insurance, and excellent retirement program options.
- ★Please see Benefits at https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description.
- ★Flexible Spending Accounts - https://www.fsafeds.com/ Health Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp Leave - http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp Life Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp Long Term Care Insurance - http://www.ltcfeds.com Retirement Program - https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/
Personality Fit
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