Academic Forensic Pathologist — Autopsy & Courtroom Expert

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

an attractive retirement plan

vacation days

educational leave

annual professional expense account

private autopsy and medicolegalConsult

opportunities for private autopsy and

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston seeks a forensic pathologist to perform postmortem examinations, provide medicolegal consultations, and testify in court. The position also participates in QA programs and develops an academic presence aligned with research interests.

Candidates must have an MD from an accredited school, an unrestricted South Carolina medical license, and ABPath certification in Anatomic & Forensic Pathology or eligibility; board certification must be

Qualifications

• MD degree from an accredited medical school.
• Unrestricted South Carolina medical license required.
• ABPath board certification in Anatomic and Forensic Pathology or eligibility; certification must be obtained within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform postmortem examinations.
• Provide medicolegal consultations and courtroom testimony.
• Participate in quality assurance programs.
• Develop an academic presence aligned with areas of interest.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Postmortem examination proficiency

Education

Medical degree (MD)

Unrestricted South Carolina medical license

ABPath certification in Anatomic & Forensic Pathology or eligibility

Board certification within 2 years of hire

Job description

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston seeks a forensic pathologist to perform postmortem examinations, provide medicolegal consultations, and testify in court. The position also participates in QA programs and develops an academic presence aligned with research interests.

Candidates must have an MD from an accredited school, an unrestricted South Carolina medical license, and ABPath certification in Anatomic & Forensic Pathology or eligibility; board certification must be