Pathologist Job at WVU Medicine in Morgantown, WV

West Virginia University (WVU) School of Medicine, Department of Pathology, Anatomy & Laboratory Medicine (PALM) seeks an academically oriented Surgical Pathologist qualified for appointment in the clinician-track at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor with a major commitment to clinical service and teaching in Pathology. This is an opportunity to practice within a largely sub-specialized pathology group. Applicants with expertise in lung pathology, head and neck pathology, genitourinary pathology, pediatric/ perinatal pathology and/or other specialties are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be expected to practice in Morgantown, WV with potential for hybrid remote/onsite work.

Duties: The successful candidate will practice in their surgical pathology sub-specialty areas. In addition to providing excellent patient care, the successful candidate will also be actively involved in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. There is tremendous potential for candidates with a record of scholarly productivity to collaborate with faculty across the WVU campuses. Additional responsibilities and leadership roles will be considered based on a candidate’s interests, skills, and experience.

Qualifications: Candidate must have an MD, MD/PhD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be board certified/eligible in AP or AP/CP. Candidates must be eligible to obtain a state medical license at the time of employment. For appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor ranks, a demonstrated track-record of leadership, excellent communication skills, and publications in high-impact journals are required. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.

About the Department: WVU PALM is a growing department consisting of faculty in AP, CP, Anatomical Sciences and Medical Laboratory Sciences. Clinical AP services are supported by advanced Digital Pathology and Telepathology systems, and state-of-the-art ancillary testing (IHC, cytogenetics, FISH, NGS) is performed onsite. Faculty research activities are supported by the PALM Tissue Bank, Research Histology Lab, Brain Bank and the WVU Development Laboratory.

About the Health System: The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginia’s largest health system and the state’s largest employer. The System has undergone significant expansion in specialty and sub-specialty care in areas such as cancer, heart and vascular, and neuroscience, among many others. The Health System operates West Virginia’s first and only multi-organ transplant center, and a 150-bed Children’s Hospital.

About Morgantown: Morgantown is consistently rated as one of the best small metropolitan areas in the country for both lifestyle and business climate. The area offers the cultural diversity and amenities of a large city in a safe, family-friendly environment. There is also an excellent school system and an abundance of beautiful homes and recreational activities. Morgantown is located just over an hour south of Pittsburgh, PA and three hours from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, MD.