Research Scientist in Renal and Transplant Pathology

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS (USA). Full time academic position in the Immunopathology Research Laboratory at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) in Boston for expert renal pathologist with skills in experimental transplant and human kidney pathology, nanostring transcript analysis, morphometrics, whole slide imaging, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence and electron microscopy, clinical research.

The successful candidate will work with a team of pathologists and scientists involved with clinical kidney biopsies and research in transplantation of kidney, hearts, and livers in experimental animals (mice, non-human primates and pigs). The person will supervise the Nanostring analysis of transcripts in tissue samples.

Appointment will be as a Research Scientist, supported by NIH grants and laboratory funds, at a salary level of $80,000-120,000 annually.

Minimum requirements:
•   M.D. degree with postgraduate training in anatomic pathology
•   At least three years of experience in clinical and experimental renal pathology
•   Expertise in immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence and electron microscopy
•   Experience in digital imaging and morphometrics
•   Experience with Nanostring molecular analysis of tissue transcripts
•   Evidence of scientific productivity in publications in peer reviewed journals
•   Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
•   Collaborative, innovative, and self-directed, with outstanding teamwork capabilities

Please send curriculum vitae and bibliography, brief description of career goals, and two letters of recommendation to Dr. Robert B. Colvin, Chair, Search Committee, at rbcolvin@partners.org.

Deadline for submission of application is April 1, 2019.

The MGH does not discriminate by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

[25 February 2019, #8107]

Director of Histocompatibility

ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN (USA). The Department of Pathology at Michigan Medicine is seeking a PhD, MD, or MD/PhD to serve as Director of Histocompatibility. Candidates must be qualified as an HLA Laboratory Director as defined by CAP and ASHI, and be accredited in solid organ and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.

The ideal applicant will have a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in histocompatibility testing, transplant immunology, and/or immunogenetics and be able to provide clinical support to adult and pediatric transplant programs. Expertise in serological, cellular, and molecular testing is required. Responsibilities include providing scientific oversight and technical supervision of histocompatibility testing, interpreting and reporting pertinent clinical tests, and consulting with clinical colleagues. Participation in collaborative clinical research and teaching pathology trainees and clinical fellows is expected. Abundant opportunities exist to develop and/or participate in research programs within the Department and institution. The successful candidate will have a faculty appointment in the Department of Pathology with rank based on experience and track record of accomplishments in service, education, and research activities.

The Department of Pathology at Michigan Medicine is among the top Pathology programs in the country serving not only the world-class providers and patients at the University of Michigan Health System but numerous patients through the MLabs outreach division. The Department is ranked 8th in NIH funding with extramural research support totaling over $34 million dollars. Educational programs include an opportunity for a fellowship program in HLA testing.

Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter detailing experience and professional goals, and the names and addresses of three references to:

Riccardo Valdez, M.D.
Director, Division of Clinical Pathology
Department of Pathology
University of Michigan Medical School
2800 Plymouth Road, SPC 2800
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2800
Email: rcdovldz@med.umich.edu

The University of Michigan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

[21 February 2019, #7765a]

 

Pediatric Pathologist, Department of Pathology
Nationwide Children's Hospital

COLUMBUS, OHIO (USA). The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Nationwide Children's Hospital (NCH) and the Department of Pathology at The Ohio State University College of Medicine seek an academic pathologist at the level of assistant, associate or full professor to join one of the largest pediatric pathology and laboratory medicine departments in the United States.

The successful candidate will join an experienced professional staff of approximately 30 pathologists and doctoral scientists. Building upon an already premier program, the candidate has the opportunity to grow the academic mission of the department by providing excellent clinical care, education and/or research. The successful applicant should be accomplished or willing to develop expertise in one or more areas of surgical pathology to include cardiac pathology, pulmonary pathology, perinatal pathology and/or transplant pathology.

The position will provide assistance to the Department's anatomic pathology laboratory, active learning curriculum for residents, graduate students, pathology fellows, and consultative services and Outreach Program. Qualifications include board certification or eligibility in pediatric pathology.

The Department of Pathology accessions over 10,000 surgical specimens, over 1000 cytology specimens and performs over 100 autopsies per year. The clinical laboratories have a volume of >3 million tests per year and include a robust outreach program. The Institute for Genomic Medicine clinical laboratory processes 7,000 specimens a year and is integrated with clinical laboratories and the Research Institute.

An active ACGME accredited fellowship program in pediatric pathology is an integral part of the NCH Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.

Ranked in the top 10 children's hospitals on U.S. News & World Report's 2018-19 'America's Best Children's Hospitals Honor Roll,' Nationwide Children's Hospital is the nation's largest not-for-profit freestanding pediatric healthcare network.

Inquiries and nominations are encouraged. Please contact:
Shamlal Mangray, MB, BS
Section Chief, Anatomic Pathology
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Submit your CV via email: Shamlal.Mangray@nationwidechildrens.org

To build a diverse workforce Ohio State encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women. EEO/AA employer.

To learn more about Nationwide Children's or apply for this position visit us at: www.NationwideChildrens.org/physicians-careers

[4 December 2018, #7878]