Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Pathology

Job Title
Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Pathology


Requisition Number
FE04397


Working Title
Surgical Pathologist


Department Name
7H600:PATHOLOGY


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Type of Position
Faculty


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Tenure Track Status
Non-Tenure Track


Required Education

MD, DO or equivalent



Required Related Experience

The faculty member must have:

• M.D./D.O. or equivalent degree.
• Board certification or eligibility in Anatomic or Anatomic and Clinical Pathology.
• Licensed in Kentucky.
• Demonstrated ability in teaching students at all levels in an academic environment.
• Knowledge of pathology and laboratory medicine practices in a variety of clinical, teaching and research environments.
• Demonstrated interest and ability in scholarly activity evidenced by peer review publications and investigative experience.
• Fellowship training or comparable experience in surgical pathology and one or more of the following areas: Genitourinary, Gynecologic, Renal.

Required License/Registration/Certification

• M.D./D.O. or equivalent degree.
• Board certification or eligibility in Anatomic or Anatomic and Clinical Pathology.
• Licensed in Kentucky.

Job Summary

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Kentucky is recruiting a board certified surgical pathologist. Fellowship training or strong interest in breast and/or gynecological pathology is preferred. The successful candidate would join an academic hospital-based practice and engage primarily in anatomic pathology subspecialty clinical service and teaching duties. Interested applicants are also encouraged to participate in an active research program appropriate to title series and rank.



The department (http://pathology.med.uky.edu/)is an integrated department of pathology with successful programs in anatomic and clinical pathology, a vibrant educational program for medical students, residents and fellows as well as a nationally-recognized research program in neuropathology and research affiliations with the Markey Cancer Center. There is a strong institutional commitment to maintain and enhance research and clinical excellence within the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.



This position affords an excellent career opportunity in a vibrant and growing academic healthcare center with six healthcare colleges. The university is located in Lexington, Kentucky, a family-friendly dynamic medium-sized city with excellent schools, housing, cultural opportunities and outdoor activities (http://www.visitlex.com/).



This potential open-rank position is available January 1, 2025 and will remain open until the appropriate individual is recruited. Applicants should apply via the UK Jobs site and include an up to date curriculum vitae and letter of interest. Questions may be directed to Amy S. Gewirtz, MD, Professor and Acting Chair, via email: mhollan@uky.edu



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Ability to relate and communicate with internal and external faculty, staff, and other clients of this department.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled
Yes


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