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Transplant Pathologist

upmc university of pittsburghPittsburgh, PALead L6

$25.69 per hour

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The Department of Pathology at the University of Pittsburgh is seeking an academic-track faculty member to serve as Assistant or Associate Professor and Assistant or Associate Director of the Histocompatibility (HLA) Laboratory at UPMC Presby in Pittsburgh, PA. This role provides clinical oversight, technical support, and educational leadership within a high-complexity laboratory supporting multiple transplant programs. Both newly trained and established directors are encouraged to apply for this full-time opportunity. Practice Info Supports all solid-organ and bone marrow transplant programs at four hospitals of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, four external hospitals, and one OPOShift & Schedule Full-time faculty member at the University of Pittsburgh as well as a participant in the UPMC/UPP faculty practice plan
Responsibilities: Responsible for the clinical oversight of HLA Lab; assist the HLA Lab Director in all aspects of patient management, both pre- and post-transplantation for all solid organ and bone marrow transplant recipient Review all test protocols and provide technical support, as well as participate in the review of quality assurance and quality control protocols and proficiency testing for antibody analysis and tissue typing Consult with and advise physicians on test interpretation and provide consultation prior and post any intervention; participate in preparation for all laboratory inspections and accreditation visits including from the American Society of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ASHI), CAP, New York Participate in educational activities including teaching of Pathology Residents and Clinical Fellows rotating through the HLA Lab and engage in academic activities to promote clinical translational research; provide educational seminars and training of laboratory staff to assure their competency and efficiency Conduct research to develop methodologies, instrumentation, and procedures for medical application, analyzing data and presenting findings to scientific audience and the general public; and required to rotate with the Lab Director to provide 24/7 on call telemedicine consultation coverage for the various transplant services CompensationSalary will be commensurate with experience
Benefits:
  • CME allowance of $4,110 Paid PA licensure as well as 1-2 professional memberships
  • Non-Profit Health System, Employed Model PSLF Eligible
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Six weeks of Paid Time OffEmployer-paid Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Assistance available for self, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents
Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance403(b) Retirement Plan with 50% employer match, plus an employer-paid pension plan. Participate in both!
Qualifications:
  • Candidates must possess an M.D. and/or Ph.D. degree and be board-certified/eligible as an HLA lab director by the American College for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ACHI)
  • Experience and training in a high-complexity ASHI-certified/eligible clinical laboratory supporting solid organ and bone marrow transplantation are required
  • Current Pennsylvania medical licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure
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Lead L6

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Pittsburgh, PA

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Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools

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4 days ago

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