The Department of Pathology at a leading academic medical center and medical school is seeking a candidate for an Assistant, Associate, or Professor position in the academic clinical track with expertise in Thoracic Pathology.
Key Highlights
- Join a robust group of 131 pathologists system-wide, including 3 specialists in thoracic pathology.
- In addition to teaching and clinical sign-out responsibilities, the candidate will have ample opportunities for translational research utilizing advanced molecular genomics and digital pathology resources.
- The department will provide startup resources and protected time to support a successful academic career.
- Experience in head and neck pathology would be beneficial but is not required.
- Work alongside a team of pulmonary pathologists with expertise in both neoplastic and non-neoplastic lung diseases, including transplant pathology.
- The service evaluates more than 5,000 thoracic cases annually and serves as a local, regional, and national consultation resource, including telepathology services.
- Opportunities are available to participate in fellowship education and trainee mentorship.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary commensurate with experience.
- Full-time faculty appointment at a nationally recognized medical school and participation in the affiliated faculty practice plan.
- $10,000 relocation assistance.
- Six weeks of paid time off, including vacation and CME.
- $4,110 annual CME allowance.
- Paid medical licensure.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus occurrence-based malpractice insurance.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Access to wellness programs and support for work-life balance.
- Participation in a robust retirement plan and additional employee benefits.
Qualifications
- M.D. degree required.
- Board certification in Anatomic Pathology with specialty training and academic interest in thoracic pathology.
- Eligibility for medical licensure in Pennsylvania.
- Demonstrated record of scholarly activity and publications, with a commitment to continued academic achievement.
About the Community
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is consistently recognized as one of the top places to live, work, and visit in the United States.
- The region offers exceptional school systems, numerous colleges and universities, cutting-edge technology, abundant parks and recreational opportunities, vibrant cultural attractions, and major sporting events.
- Pittsburgh combines the amenities of a thriving urban center with the accessibility and community feel of a smaller city.
- Residents enjoy historical landmarks, diverse neighborhoods, a vibrant dining and entertainment scene, and easy access to scenic outdoor destinations.
- The city is home to world-class museums, performing arts organizations, botanical gardens, wildlife attractions, and a diverse cultural district.
- Professional sports teams include the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Pittsburgh Pirates.
- Pittsburgh is widely recognized as a leader in medicine, education, healthcare innovation, robotics, software engineering, and other high-tech industries.
- The city is consistently ranked among the most affordable, livable, family-friendly, and safest metropolitan areas in the United States.
