Emory University Hematopathologist - Molecular Genetic Pathologist at Emory University

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Hematopathology, Molecular Genetic Pathology, Diagnostic Expertise, Interpersonal Communication, Teaching Skills, Academic Scholarship, Clinical Research, Translational Research, Flow Cytometry, Molecular Diagnostics, Cytogenetics, FISH Panels, Training, Education, Consultation, Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine is seeking a full-time faculty member with board certification or board eligibility in Hematopathology, at a rank from Assistant to full Professor. Additional board certification or eligibility in Molecular Genetic Pathology is highly preferred but not required. The successful candidate will join a collegial, expanding team of hematopathologists in the Section of Hematopathology within the Division of Clinical Pathology. Based at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, GA, the Hematopathology faculty currently handle approximately 4500 in-house bone marrow/lymph node specimens and 1500 outside/expert consultation cases annually. These activities support Emory’s multi-hospital healthcare system, the Winship Cancer Institute (Georgia’s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center), as well as several community hospitals throughout metropolitan Atlanta and the surrounding region. The Hematopathology group additionally reviews approximately 9000 flow cytometry immunophenotyping profiles, 3500 single gene molecular diagnostics tests, 4500 FISH panels, and 4000 cytogenetics studies for hematologic neoplasms each year. They also participate in multidisciplinary leukemia/lymphoma conferences and are actively engaged in the training and education of fellows, residents, medical students, hematopathology laboratory staff, and students of allied health science programs. The preferred candidate will also share clinical service responsibilities with other molecular genetic pathology faculty who currently review approximately 1500 targeted NGS panels for hematologic neoplasms and solid tumors. The successful candidate is expected to possess strong diagnostic expertise, excellent interpersonal communication and teaching skills, and a commitment to academic scholarship in hematopathology and, if applicable, in molecular genetic pathology. Eligibility for medical licensure in Georgia is required. The Department offers ample opportunities to pursue clinical, translational and collaborative research. Compensation and academic appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Candidates who are interested in this position should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names of three references to Shiyong Li, MD, PhD (sli2@emory.edu), Director of Hematopathology or John D. Roback, MD, PhD, (jroback@emory.edu), Vice-Chair and Division Director. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will join a team of hematopathologists and handle a variety of hematopathology cases, including bone marrow and lymph node specimens. They will also participate in training and education of fellows, residents, and medical students.