Diagnostic Services at the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC), University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI), invites applications for a full-time contract faculty position for a Diagnostic Virologist. AVC is one of 5 veterinary colleges in Canada, and serves the provinces of Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland and Labrador.

Responsibilities:

The position provides professional oversight of diagnostic laboratory activities and three full-time technologists in the Regional Diagnostic Virology Services (RDVS), which is one of the major disciplines of Diagnostic Services at the AVC. The RDVS is an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited by the Standard Council of Canada and offers a wide range of tests from traditional (virus isolation, fluorescent antibody test, ELISA, etc.) to molecular (real-time PCR, sequencing, phylogenetic analysis, etc.) for food animals, horses, companion animals, wildlife, and aquatics. It performs Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) accredited tests and is involved with activities and mandates of the Canadian Animal Health Disease Surveillance Network (CAHSN) on disease surveillance and emergency response for foreign animal and zoonotic diseases within Canada.

The position oversees continuous upgrading of existing tests and the development of new tests (multiplex assays and others) utilizing new and evolving diagnostic technologies. The position provides professional oversight on the diagnostic tests, reports laboratory findings, and is involved with communications with veterinary practitioners, pathologists, laboratories, and provincial and federal animal disease regulators in the Atlantic Region and nationally. The position contributes to limited teaching (the virology portion of Clinical Rotation). It is closely involved with diagnostic, surveillance, and proficiency research projects of the AVC Diagnostic Services in partnerships with academic institutions in Canada, industry, and government agencies with regard to diagnostic testing, diagnostic test development, and surveillance and proficiency testing programs.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will possess American College of Veterinary Microbiologists (Virology) Diplomate status (or board eligibility), be a DVM with eligibility for licensure by the PEIVMA, and have experience in veterinary virology diagnostic testing and interpretation.

The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience in accordance with the collective agreement.

AVC is located on the campus of UPEI in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island (PEI). Nestled on the east coast of Canada, PEI is one of the world’s most beautiful islands and is home to sandy beaches, championship golf courses, bike and cross-country ski trails, and a vibrant arts community. Further details can be obtained at http://www.upei.ca/~avc  and http://www.gov.pe.ca.

To apply, please submit a letter of intent, a curriculum vitae and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of 3 references to:

Ms. Elizabeth Dobbin MLT, ART, MBA
Director, Diagnostic Services
Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PE, Canada, C1A 4P
E-mail: edobbin@upei.ca Phone: 902-566-0831

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute.

UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including women, indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

In accordance with the Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applications will be received until December 23rd, 2025, or until a suitable candidate is identified. The starting date is ideally January 5th, 2026.