Veterinary Pathologist (Veterinarian 1-2(A)-(B))

About Us

At the Department of Agriculture, our vision is to create a Nova Scotia agriculture and agri-food industry that is diversified, market-focused and profitable. We work to support the development of competitive, sustainable and profitable agriculture and agri-business industries that contribute to the economic, environmental and social prosperity of Nova Scotia.

The Department of Agriculture is posting in anticipation of future needs of a Veterinary Anatomic Pathologist. Anticipated start date is in 2026 and / or may be negotiated based on both parties needs.

Primary Accountabilities

The Department of Agriculture Pathologist works to safeguard animal health, human health, and food security through the provision of veterinary diagnostic services as well as livestock disease and welfare expertise to the agricultural sector in Nova Scotia.

As a Veterinary Pathologist with the Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture you will be responsible for verifying the quality and accuracy of all scientific results produced by the provincial Animal Health Laboratory including pathology, bacteriology, serology, parasitology, and referral testing. You will report, interpret, and explain results directly to clients while providing recommendations for disease control and prevention. You will perform postmortem examinations (including forensic postmortems) and evaluate surgical biopsies in all species to diagnose disease rapidly and competently. The incumbent contributes to disease control and eradication programs, and identification and surveillance for emerging and foreign animal diseases. Your work plays an important role in reducing the impact of diseases in animals as well as in humans and plays a pivotal role in addressing issues related to best management practices within the livestock industry. You will also participate in (or lead) community outreach and engagement opportunities for clients and stakeholders which support Department priorities.

Qualifications and Experience

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree

Approved post-graduate training in veterinary anatomic pathology with board certification (or eligibility) by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists or European Colleges of Veterinary Pathologists.

Eligibility for general licensure with the Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association.

Equivalency

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• countless career paths.
• Department Specific Flexible working schedules.

Pay Grade: PR 14 - PRVE 19 Salary Range: $2,;- $4,;Bi-Weekly