We surveyed 26 veterinary pathologists to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical veterinary pathologist. Here are the results.

How much intelligence is required as a veterinary pathologist?

Low

High

Working as a veterinary pathologist typically requires higher levels of intelligence when compared with the average career. This means that veterinary pathologists are required to actively learn new things related to their discipline and solve complex problems.

Can I learn to become a veterinary pathologist?

Intrinsic Talent

Acquired Talent

A career as a veterinary pathologist typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.

Is it easy to get a job as a veterinary pathologist?

Easy

Hard

It’s typically quite difficult to find a job as a veterinary pathologist.