Academic Transplant Pathologist & HLA Lab Director

UPMC Southwestern PA; Mount Gretna (PA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME allowance

PA licensure paid

Professional memberships

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Malpractice insurance

Retirement plan match

Employer-paid pension

Job summary

UPMC Presby in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking an academic-pathology faculty member to lead the HLA Laboratory as an Assistant/Associate Professor with responsibilities in clinical oversight, teaching, and translational research. The role includes pre/post-transplant consultation, QA/QC, and participation in accreditation visits.

The candidate will contribute to resident and fellow education, advance laboratory methodologies, and provide 24/7 telemedicine coverage in a high-complexity ASHI-certified

Qualifications

• MD and/or PhD required; board-certified/eligible as HLA lab director by ACHI
• Experience in high-complexity ASHI-certified/eligible clinical lab supporting solid organ and bone marrow transplantation

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight of the HLA Lab and assist the Lab Director in patient management pre- and post-transplant
• Review test protocols and support QA/QC protocols and proficiency testing for antibody analysis and tissue typing
• Consult with physicians on test interpretation and provide pre/post-intervention guidance; participate in inspections and accreditation visits (ASHI, CAP)
• Engage in educational activities for Pathology Residents and Clinical Fellows; train staff for competency
• Conduct translational research; rotate with Lab Director to provide 24/7 telemedicine consultation coverage for transplant services

Education

MD/PhD degree

PA medical licensure or eligibility

Job description

UPMC Presby in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking an academic-pathology faculty member to lead the HLA Laboratory as an Assistant/Associate Professor with responsibilities in clinical oversight, teaching, and translational research. The role includes pre/post-transplant consultation, QA/QC, and participation in accreditation visits.

The candidate will contribute to resident and fellow education, advance laboratory methodologies, and provide 24/7 telemedicine coverage in a high-complexity ASHI-certified