Institute of Veterinary Pathology

Veterinary Pathologist Position, Focus “Diagnostic Pathology” We are seeking a veterinary pathologist to join our reorganised Diagnostic Team. 100 %

Start of employment 01.08.2025

The Institute of Veterinary Pathology is an institution of the University of Zurich (UZH) and part of the Vetsuisse Faculty. Alongside research and teaching, the diagnostic services (post mortem, histological and immunopathological examinations of animals and tissue samples, cytological examinations) are a focus of the institute. The diagnostic pathology work also serves for further education and continuous professional development and undergoes consistent, research based updates. It is also used for applied, often collaborative and clinically oriented research.

Your responsibilities

  • Contribution to the diagnostic services (post mortem, biopsy and cytology service)
  • Advancement of diagnostics (immunohistology, molecular biology, morphometry, advanced image analysis)
  • Research on the basis of the diagnostic work, with a focus depending on your interest (interdisciplinary patient-based applied clinical research)
  • Contribution to undergraduate teaching and postgraduate training (residents)

Your profile

  • EU-recognised veterinary degree
  • Completed dissertation (Dr. med. vet. and/or PhD) preferable
  • International qualification as veterinary pathologist (DiplECVP/DipACVP) preferable
  • Experience in diagnostic veterinary pathology (biopsies, preferably also cytologies, post mortem diagnostics) incl. the application of further immunohistological and molecular biological approaches
  • Interest in digital pathology (image analysis; morphometry, application of artificial intelligence)
  • Interest in (applied) research
  • Interest in an academic career, working within a team, professional challenges and to accept responsibility; flexibility, ingenuity and team skills
  • Good German skills (spoken and written)
Our Offer
  • Diagnostic work in a highly competent team
  • Opportunity to develop your own research track
  • Interdisciplinary research environment with abundant options for collaborations in clinical and basic research projects
  • Widely used digital pathology facility with options for further development
  • Salary according to cantonal rules, options for further qualifications and continuous professional development, family friendly work environment

This position offers options for candidates with a variable profile, ranging from a postdoc after completion of a residency to an experienced diagnostic pathologist with an interest in taking up research and teaching (again). Also, the focus of the position can be adjusted to personal interests.

Information on your application

The position is available from August onwards. Are you interested? We look forward to receiving your full written application with your CV and letter of motivation (combined into a single digital file) by 28.06.2025.

What we offer

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What we offer

Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
  • Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH


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Learning and Development
  • Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
  • Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich

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Food
  • Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
  • Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution

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Healthcare
  • Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
  • Free seasonal flu vaccinations
  • Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower

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Discounts
  • Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
  • Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
  • Special conditions on hotel reservations

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Conditions of Employment
  • Policies of the UZH
  • Most UZH staff are employed according to public law


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International Services
  • Support for people from outside Switzerland

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Campuses
  • Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
  • Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg

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Prof. Dr. Anja Kipar Head of Institute
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The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer! More
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