Pathologist

Vastu Vihar Biotech Pvt. Ltd.; Gaya; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Vastu Vihar Biotech Pvt. Ltd. is seeking an experienced Pathologist to support preclinical pathology and drug development programs. You will lead histopathological evaluation, examine tissues from rodent studies, and prepare comprehensive pathology reports.

The role requires expertise in interpretation of lesions and correlation with clinical and biochemical data, with involvement in SOPs and data integrity across studies.

Qualifications

• MD/DNB in Pathology preferred.
• M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Pathology may be considered with relevant experience.
• Strong practical experience in pathology, histopathology, and preclinical research.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support pathological and histopathological evaluation for preclinical studies.
• Examine and interpret tissue specimens and histological sections to identify changes.
• Evaluate tissues from laboratory animal studies (mice and rats) and assess lesions.
• Conduct microscopic examination and provide scientific interpretation of findings.
• Correlate pathological findings with clinical observations, hematology, biochemistry and other study parameters.
• Identify drug-induced, disease-associated, and treatment-related pathological changes.
• Prepare, review, and validate pathology reports, study reports, and related documentation.
• Provide scientific guidance to research teams and support SOP development and compliance.

Skills

Pathology interpretation

Histopathology

Lesion identification

Preclinical pathology

Drug-induced pathology

Pathology reporting

Clinical correlation

SOP development

Data integrity

Education

MD/DNB in Pathology

M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Pathology

Job description

Experience:

1-3 years of relevant experience in pathology

About the Role:

Vastu Vihar Biotech Pvt. Ltd. is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Pathologist to support pathological evaluation associated with our preclinical research and drug development programs.

As a Pathologist You will be responsible for the examination and interpretation of pathological specimens, histopathological evaluation, identification of pathological changes, and preparation and review of comprehensive pathology reports. The role involves close collaboration with preclinical scientists, pharmacologists, veterinarians, molecular biologists, and research teams to evaluate tissue-level effects of investigational compounds, drugs, and therapeutic candidates.

you should have expertise in pathological interpretation, histopathology, lesion identification, disease-associated and treatment-related changes, and the ability to correlate pathological findings with clinical, biochemical, hematological, and other study observations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support pathological and histopathological evaluation for preclinical and experimental research studies.
• Examine and interpret tissue specimens and histological sections to identify pathological, inflammatory, degenerative, proliferative, necrotic, and treatment-related changes.
• Evaluate tissues from laboratory animal studies, particularly mice and rats, and assess the severity, distribution, progression, and significance of observed lesions.
• Conduct microscopic examination and provide scientific interpretation of pathological findings.
• Correlate pathological findings with clinical observations, hematology, biochemistry, organ weights, molecular findings, and other study parameters.
• Identify and interpret drug-induced, disease-associated, and treatment-related pathological changes in preclinical studies.
• Prepare, review, and validate pathology reports, study reports, and related documentation, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and data integrity.
• Provide scientific guidance to research teams and support study planning, pathological data interpretation, SOP development, and compliance with applicable laboratory, quality, and

Key Skills:

• Pathological Examination & Interpretation
• Histopathological Evaluation & Microscopic Examination
• Lesion Identification & Pathological Assessment
• Preclinical & Laboratory Animal Pathology
• Drug-Induced & Disease-Associated Pathology
• Pathology Reporting & Scientific Documentation
• Clinical, Hematological & Biochemical Correlation
• SOP Development & Quality Control
• Data Integrity & Regulatory Compliance

Required Qualification:

• MD/DNB in Pathology preferred.
• Candidates with M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Pathology or a closely related discipline may also be considered based on relevant experience.
• Strong practical experience in pathology, histopathology, and preclinical research will be preferred.

Required Experience:

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in Pathology, Histopathology, Veterinary Pathology, Preclinical Research, CRO, Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, or related research environments.
• Experience in preclinical toxicology, pharmacology, drug development, or laboratory animal studies will be an added advantage.