Assistant Professor, Molecular Pathology, Clinical Faculty Appointment, Anatomical Pathology

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Houston (TX)

Hybrid

USD 180,000 - 260,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Paid time off

Tuition benefits

Educational opportunities and recognit

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks an Assistant or Associate Professor in Anatomic Pathology - Molecular Pathology to join a nationally recognized cancer-focused academic program. The role emphasizes molecular diagnostic services, teaching fellows, postdoctoral trainees and students, and collaboration with clinicians and scientists in a multidisciplinary setting.

Rank and salary are commensurate with experience and credentials.

Qualifications

MD/DO/MD-PhD with department-aligned training.
Residency in AP/CP with a Molecular Pathology fellowship.
Licensed to practice medicine in Texas.
Board certification or eligibility in Anatomic Pathology or AP/CP with added Molecular Pathology qualifications.
Current CPR/BCLS/ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

Lead molecular diagnostic services and ensure quality in testing.
Collaborate with clinicians and basic science investigators on research and diagnostic initiatives.
Teach fellows, postdoctoral trainees and medical students.
Participate in lectures, CME activities, and Grand Rounds.
Travel to Houston-area locations for clinical service as needed.

Skills

Molecular pathology

Bioinformatics

Machine learning

Collaboration

Education

MD; MD, PhD; or DO

Residency in AP/CP or AP/CP with Molecular Pathology

One-year fellowship in Molecular Pathology

Texas medical licensure

Board certification/eligibility in Anatomic Pathology or AP/CP with Molecular Pathology

CPR/BCLS/ACLS

Job description

Position Title: Assistant or Associate Professor

Department: AnatomicalPathology - Molecular Pathology

Division: Pathology & Laboratory Medicine

Reports to: Department Chair

The mission of UT MD Anderson is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

FUNCTION

This is a faculty position responsible to the Chair of the Department of Anatomical Pathology, who reports to the Head of the Division of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine.

SCOPE

UT MD Anderson is seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor in Anatomic Pathology - Molecular Pathology to join a nationally recognized academic pathology program dedicated exclusively to cancer care. This faculty role is primarily focused on molecular pathology subspecialty service and offers the opportunity to contribute to diagnostic care, education, and research within a highly specialized department that provides diagnostic services, specialized testing, and multidisciplinary expertise for patients.

The candidate's major responsibility will be in molecular diagnostic services. The candidate must have a strong interest in collaborative research with clinicians and basic science investigators. Additionally, participation in teaching fellows, postdoctoral trainees and students is required.

The Department of Anatomic Pathology serves as a critical diagnostic and academic partner across UT MD Anderson, with internationally recognized subspecialized pathologists who contribute to patient care, second opinion consultation, research innovation, and education in oncologic pathology. Rank and salary commensurate with experience and academic credentials. Excellent benefits package.

KEY FUNCTIONS

Patient Care

Must be a self-motivated, highly energetic, committed, and conscientious professional who communicates (verbal and written) and relates well to others at the professional, technical and administrative level.
Must be able to visually review, evaluate and correctly interpret medical records, patient data, patient specimens and other test results based on previous training, experience and knowledge.
Must be able to visually identify specimen make-up, contents and/or components viewed through a microscope and/or digitally and integrate this information into diagnostic and biologically relevant information.
Must be able to interpret and integrate the results of microscopic and non-microscopic molecular tests into diagnostic and clinically relevant information.
Must be able to visually evaluate and interpret findings on slides and digital image analysis systems.
Must be able to comprehend relevance of printed results and correlate patient data with clinical research findings.
Must be able to ensure that Quality Control standards are implemented and that the laboratory in which he/she is working complies with the CAP, JCAHO, FDA, Medicare, and CLIA regulations for accreditation.
Must be able to identify and solve problems related to job responsibilities utilizing knowledge and experience.
Must be able to grasp and manipulate specimen containers exercising extreme caution.
Must have manual dexterity for various functions with instruments used in diagnosis and research.
Must be able to rotate and travel to Houston area locations for clinical service.

Administrative

Must assure compliance with standards of CAP, JCAHO, FDA, Medicare, and CLIA.
Must give theoretical guidance and technical assistance to laboratory personnel.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge in field of molecular pathology and general surgical pathology.

Research and Development

Must show commitment to collaborative research efforts, applied and/or investigational aspects of cytopathology and/or anatomical pathology.
Has demonstrated scholarly activity.
Has evidence of originality, initiative and potential for growth in research and promise for external recognition.

Institutional Activities and Extramural Service

Must participate as an editor, grant, and/or manuscript reviewer.
Must participate in lectures for external courses, CME, and Grand Rounds.
Must participate in off-site and on-site conferences.
Must participate and/or designate time spent representing MDACC at outside conferences, events, and/or functions.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Must be able to work within a context of interpersonal relationships including other physicians, patients and subordinates.

SUPERVISION

Chair of the Department of Pathology

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

REQUIRED

MD; MD, PhD; or DO degree in a field appropriate to department mission
Must have completed residency training in AP, CP, or AP/CP and a one-year fellowship in Molecular Pathology.
Licensed to practice in Texas
Board certification or eligibility in Anatomic Pathology or Anatomic Pathology/Clinical Pathology with added Molecular pathology Board certification and/or eligibility is a requirement
Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

EXPERIENCE

At least 2 years experience as Instructor or 5 years post clinical degree with any combination of time as a clinician, clinical scientist or GME trainee ( except specialties with shorter residencies or fellowships )
Must show track record of educational activities, such as, lectures, training, seminars and workshops.
Must be able to present lectures using visual aids to faculty, fellows, and technical personnel.
Must be able to train fellows, post-doctoral fellows, medical students, technologists and laboratory personnel.
Shows promise as an educator with the ability to educated and mentor in classrooms or one-to-one settings
Strong expertise in bioinformatics, machine learning, and the use of LLMs for better understanding of molecular and genomic markers is highly desirable.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

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