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How much do locum anatomic veterinary pathologist jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for locum anatomic veterinary pathologist in the United States is $249,001.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $203,500.00 and $301,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a locum anatomic veterinary pathologist?

A locum anatomic veterinary pathologist is a temporary or substitute veterinary specialist who diagnoses diseases in animals by examining tissues, organs, and bodily fluids, primarily through gross and microscopic analysis. These professionals may fill in for permanent staff at veterinary diagnostic laboratories, universities, or private practices when there is a staffing gap. Their work is crucial for identifying causes of illness or death in animals and often supports research or public health investigations. Locum pathologists must be adaptable, as assignments may vary in length and location, and strong diagnostic and communication skills are essential.

What is the difference between Locum Anatomic Veterinary Pathologist vs Veterinary Laboratory Technician?

AspectLocum Anatomic Veterinary PathologistVeterinary Laboratory Technician
CredentialsVeterinary degree, board certification in pathologyVeterinary technician license, associate or bachelor’s degree
Work EnvironmentSpecialized pathology labs, research institutions, veterinary hospitalsDiagnostic labs, veterinary clinics, research facilities
Job RoleExamines tissues, diagnoses diseases, prepares pathology reportsPerforms diagnostic tests, prepares samples, assists veterinarians

While both roles work within veterinary diagnostics, a Locum Anatomic Veterinary Pathologist specializes in diagnosing diseases through tissue examination and often works on a temporary basis in specialized labs. In contrast, a Veterinary Laboratory Technician supports diagnostic processes through sample preparation and testing, typically in more general veterinary settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Locum Anatomic Veterinary Pathologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Locum Anatomic Veterinary Pathologist, you need a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent), board certification (such as ACVP or ECVP), and a strong background in diagnostic pathology. Familiarity with laboratory information systems, digital imaging technologies, and histopathology tools is typically required. Excellent written and verbal communication, adaptability, and strong analytical skills distinguish top candidates in this field. These skills and qualifications ensure accurate diagnoses, effective case management, and seamless collaboration during temporary assignments.

What are some common challenges faced by locum anatomic veterinary pathologists when integrating into new laboratory teams?

Locum anatomic veterinary pathologists often face the challenge of quickly adapting to new laboratory protocols, workflows, and team dynamics with each assignment. Since every lab may use different diagnostic systems and reporting styles, effective communication and flexibility are essential for a smooth transition. Building rapport with new colleagues and understanding the expectations of referring veterinarians also requires strong interpersonal skills. Being proactive in asking questions and seeking clarification helps ensure high-quality, accurate diagnostic work even in unfamiliar environments.
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Infographic showing various Locum Anatomic Veterinary Pathologist job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 2% Internship, 2% As Needed, 90% Full Time, and 4% Part Time. Highlights an 96% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $249,001 per year, or $119.7 per hour.
Senior Principal Pathologist

Senior Principal Pathologist

AbbVie

North Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


AbbVie rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 95 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 71 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

The primary function is to assess the safety of experimental compounds and devices by evaluating their effects on the body fluids and tissues of experimental animals. Acts as a science resource in clinical and anatomic pathology for other AbbVie departments. Develop and conduct those portions of study protocols that deal with anatomic and clinical pathology including not only the collection and evaluation of data regarding gross, microscopic, ultra-structural, and clinical pathology but, lastly, the preparation of comprehensive reports correlating these data.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide professional consultation to scientific staff of other departments and provide professional supervision to assigned technical areas.
  • In cooperation with the Toxicology Department the pathologist designs, directs, conducts, and evaluates studies to determine the potential toxicity of experimental compounds and devices in different species of animals. This involves interpretation of data in the field of pathology (necropsy, histopathology, clinical pathology, electron microscopy, etc.).
  • Integrates the anatomic pathology data, clinical pathology data and other study findings to generate a pathology report as a component of the Toxicology report).
  • Partner with regulatory toxicologists, pathologists and other functions to develop optimal strategies to address specific toxicology issues as well as select and advance Development compounds.
  • Accountable for the interpretation and evaluation of biological data in biological and pharmaceutical research and development, biological control, toxicology, general consultation, and solution of problems in these areas. The accuracy of the interpretations and evaluations is of far reaching importance relative to the product clearance by governmental agencies and possible liabilities.
  • Ability to function in multidisciplinary teams to address regulatory queries.
  • Serves and/or leads issue resolution teams and participates in due diligence teams.
  • Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.
  • Serves as early safety representative on drug discovery teams. Predict possible toxicities, develop safety screens to detect, and prepare mitigation strategies to avoid potential toxicities and prioritize the safest compounds for progression to development. 
Qualifications
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) plus post graduate training in veterinary pathology.
  • Board Certification in Veterinary Anatomic Pathology (ACVP or equivalent) strongly preferred.
  • Candidates with a Ph.D. in pathology or related discipline are strongly preferred.
  • Familiarity with related fields: pharmacology, toxicology and drug development.
  • Seasoned experience in biological research, supervisory abilities, and the ability to work effectively with other people.
  • Excellent oral and written skills with a proven record of scientific contributions to the scientific community.
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary scientific teams.
  • At least 5-15 years of experience as a veterinary pathologist in the pharmaceutical business is required.

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: ​

  • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. ​

  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.​

  • This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. ​

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. 

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health, and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

North Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

2013