Director, Microbiology/Immunology

AUGUSTA, GEORGIA (USA). The Department of Pathology at the Medical College of Georgia invites applications at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor for an individual with diagnostic and administrative skills for a full time faculty position in the Section of Clinical Pathology. This individual will serve as Director of Medical Microbiology and Immunology Laboratory at AU Health and will be involved in resident and medical student teaching. The Pathology Department provides diagnostic clinical services to AU Medical Center, a 438-bed adult hospital and the Children’s Hospital of Georgia, a 127 bed children’s hospital. Additionally, the department provides services to the Georgia Cancer Center, facilitating the dynamic growth of innovative oncology programs. The Department offers a strong supportive research environment that is closely linked to successful centers in Cancer, Vascular Biology, and Biotechnology & Genomic Medicine.

Applicants should have an MD and/or PhD degree or equivalent, and have appropriate board certification, with significant fellowship/clinical experience in microbiology. The candidate must have demonstrated success in laboratory management, particularly in areas of Immunology and Microbiology. MD/clinical pathologist candidates will also provide cross-coverage and share call with other sections of clinical pathology. Georgia medical license and/or Laboratory Director License from the Georgia Department of Health is required. Applicants should preferably have involvement in research and academic productivity.

Appointments will be at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Salary will be based upon level of qualification, experience, and scholarly accomplishments. The institution offers a generous fringe benefit package and a productivity-based incentive plan.

Applicants should use the online application process found at www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/faculty/, referencing #1524. For any questions about the online application process, you may contact:

Mrs. Debra Wright
Medical College of Georgia
BF104, 1120 15th Street
Augusta, Georgia 30912
Email: dewright@augusta.edu

The Medical College of Georgia is a Minority/Female/Veterans: Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and Americans with Disabilities Act Employer

[23 September 2020, #9938]

Assistant or Associate Director of Clinical Chemistry

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS (USA). Tufts Medical Center is seeking an academically-oriented Clinical Chemist to join the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine as an Assistant or Associate Director of Clinical Chemistry. A strong background in the development of LDTs (laboratory-developed tests) in LC-MS/MS is required. Subspecialty experience in one or more other areas (toxicology, immunology, serology, and molecular diagnostics) and active participation in national organizations (e.g., American Association for Clinical Chemistry) is highly desirable. This position requires extensive interaction with clinical staff in test selection, interpretation and formal consultation. Candidates are expected to participate in teaching activities of pathology residents, fellows, medical students, and clinical staff, and the department encourages participation in translational and collaborative research activities. Candidates with funded research are encouraged to apply.

The candidate must have an MD or PhD degree. PhD candidates must have completed a ComACC-approved fellowship and be board certified/eligible by the American Board of Clinical Chemistry (ABCC) or National Register of Certified Chemists (NRCC). MD candidates should be board certified/eligible in Clinical Pathology or Anatomic and Clinical Pathology by the American Board of Pathology (ABP) and licensed to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The successful candidate should qualify for an academic appointment at Tufts University School of Medicine at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor.

Tufts Medical Center is a 415 bed tertiary care center with a full array of adult and pediatric medical and surgical specialties; this includes the 100-bed Tufts Children’s Hospital. As the primary teaching hospital for Tufts University School of Medicine, we provide outstanding opportunities for clinical practice, teaching, and research. We also offer competitive compensation, an excellent benefits package, and the opportunity to work at a thriving downtown Boston academic medical center.

Interested and qualified candidates please send inquiry and CV to:

Ellen Sullivan
Tufts Medical Center Physicians Organization
Email: esullivan3@tuftsmedicalcenter.org

Tufts Medical Center Physicians Organization is an EO/AA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

[9 October 2020, #9994]

Assistant Professor - Center for Brain Immunology and Glia (BIG)
Washington University School of Medicine

ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI (USA).

Title: Assistant Professor
School: Washington University School of Medicine
Position Description: Center for Brain Immunology and Glia (BIG) together with the Departments of Pathology and Immunology, Neurology, Neuroscience, and Neurosurgery at Washington University School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position.

A newly formed Center for Brain Immunology and Glia (BIG) is seeking exceptional PhD, MD/PhD, or MD candidates in basic and/or translational neuroimmunology or glia biology. This is an open call and candidates in all areas of neuroimmunology/glia are welcome to apply. The successful candidate will become integrated in the university’s immunology and neuroscience communities that feature highly successful members, a collaborative atmosphere, and broad research interests. The Center is associated with several highly ranked graduate Programs. The BIG Center is located in the newly constructed 1st floor of the Couch building. The successful candidate will enjoy access to Center’s shared equipment and expertise, as well as to specialized centers and state-of-the-art cores throughout the school of medicine.

Applicants should submit a CV, ½ page description of their one most important paper to date highlighting the novelty of the findings (accepted, published or BioRxiv deposited papers only), 2 page research statement, and the names/contact information of 3 references. Please send all requested material in one single PDF to Tracy Duckett, (duckettt@wustl.edu). The committee will meet for the first time in September. Position will be open until fills.

[21 August 2020, #9825]

Director, Clinical Chemistry and Diagnostic Immunology
Northwell Health Laboratories

LAKE SUCCESS, NEW YORK (USA). Northwell Health Laboratories seeks a qualified M.D. or M.D., Ph.D. physician, or Ph.D. Clinical Scientist, to provide leadership of Clinical Chemistry and Diagnostic Immunology laboratory services of the “Core Laboratory” of the Northwell Health system. The Core Laboratory supports the 23 hospital Northwell Health system, the Clinical Laboratory of New York (CLNY) alliance with New York Health + Hospitals, and a robust regional outreach program serving affiliated and non-affiliated physician practices, skilled nursing facilities, and ambulatory urgent care and procedure centers. The Core Laboratory is an essential component of Northwell Health Laboratories, one of the major non-profit integrated laboratory networks in the country.

This individual will provide visible and accessible leadership for Clinical Chemistry and Diagnostic Immunology, acting as a primary liaison with laboratory senior leadership and administrative staff, referring clinicians, laboratory and administrative staff, including marketing and client service. Responsibilities will also include ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements of CAP, CLIA, and the State of New York Department of Health; providing leadership for and management of the technologist workforce; rigorous attention to safety and quality management programming; and coordination with Laboratory Information Services. This individual will be a faculty member of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine of the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, and will have academic rank in accordance with qualifications. This individual will be expected to support the education of physicians-in-training at both the graduate and undergraduate level, and education of other medical professionals including technologists, supervisors, and managers. Direct reporting will be to the Medical Director of Northwell Health Laboratories.

Required qualifications include board certification in Clinical Pathology (CP) or in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology (AP/CP) for M.D.s, or board certification from the American Board of Clinical Chemistry for Ph.D.s; with substantive experience in leadership of a complex reference laboratory preferred. The individual will be expected to have, or successfully obtain, a New York State license to practice medicine (M.D.s) or laboratory medicine (Ph.D.s), and to hold or be eligible for the appropriate New York State Certificates of Qualification. An academic background with demonstrated academic accomplishments is desirable.

Please send cover letter and curriculum vitae to: Romaine Walton at RWalton@northwell.edu.

Northwell Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

[6 October 2020, #9982]

Assistant Director of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics
Department of Pathology
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center (UHCMC) and
Case Western Reserve University (CWRU)

CLEVELAND, OHIO (USA). The Department of Pathology of UHCMC/CWRU in Cleveland, Ohio seeks a clinical pathologist or PhD scientist with expertise in clinical histocompatibility testing to serve as an Assistant Director of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics. At UHCMC, the ASHI-accredited Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Laboratory (HIL) supports adult and pediatric organ transplant programs including kidney, pancreas, liver, heart, and lung as well as hematopoietic cell transplant programs for adults and children. In 2019, UHCMC teams transplanted 195 organ allografts and performed 52 blood and marrow allotransplants.

The Assistant Director will work under the supervision of two ASHI-credentialed Histocompatibility Co-Directors and provide support to ensure the laboratory provides high-quality services and consultation for all HLA-related testing including support of both hematopoietic and solid organ transplantation programs. The ideal candidate will work to maintain the quality of current laboratory tests, expand the test menu as clinically necessary, participate in clinical conferences, and assist in on-call service. The successful candidate will be expected to support trainee and faculty development in histocompatibility and immunogenetics through collaboration and teaching. Applicants with interests in basic, translational and/or clinical research are highly encouraged to apply. Opportunities exist for research efforts based upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Candidates must hold an MD, DO and/or PhD (or equivalent) degree and be eligible for an unrestricted Ohio medical license if holding an MD or DO. Previous experience in Immunology is required. ASHI director certification or completion of an ASHI director training program are required.

Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Send curriculum vitae, a statement of career goals and names of three references to denise.davis2@uhhospitals.org. UH and CWRU are committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

[3 December 2020, #10170]

Clinical Immunology Laboratory Testing

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (USA). The Department of Pathology at the University Of Utah School Of Medicine is seeking applicants with the skills and interest to develop a strong academic career focused on clinical immunology laboratory testing. The successful applicant will have experience in clinical diagnostic testing, clinical assay development and validation, quality control and quality assurance, interpretation of laboratory test results, and consultation with physicians and other health care providers, as related to clinical immunology. Experience in flow cytometry is highly desirable.

ARUP is a full service, high complexity reference laboratory with clients from more than half of the nation’s university teaching and children’s hospitals, major commercial laboratories, military and government facilities, and many community hospitals.

Applicants require a MD, MD/PhD, or PhD degree. MD candidates should be board certified or eligible in clinical pathology by ABP. PhD candidates should be board certified or eligible by ABMLI or ABMM. The successful candidate will have clinical and administrative responsibilities in the Immunology Division of ARUP Laboratories and he/she will be expected to contribute to our research and teaching missions. Academic rank will be commensurate with experience and accomplishments.

Interested candidates should submit electronically to https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/108960 a curriculum vitae, a cover letter detailing experience and current and future interests, and the names and contact information of three individuals who could provide letters of recommendation. For more information please contact:

Patricia Slev, PhD
Section Chief, Immunology Division
ARUP Laboratories
Email: patricia.slev@aruplab.com
Telephone: (801) 583-2787 x3253

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, national origin, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or status as a Protected Veteran. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

[6 November 2020, #10095]