Asst/Assoc/Professor - Department of Pathology, Neuropathologist

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 279,000 - 391,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-Friendly workplace

Job summary

The Department of Pathology at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) in Lubbock seeks a board-eligible/board-certified pathologist to join a long-standing team delivering anatomic pathology services.

You will examine tissue specimens, use immunochemistry and genetic/molecular profiling, and participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards with neurosurgeons, neurologists, and oncologists to guide patient care.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent degree required.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Anatomic Pathology residency program required.
• Completion of, or current enrollment in, a Neuropathology fellowship.
• Board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Pathology is required or expected.

Responsibilities

• Examine tissue samples taken during surgeries to diagnose conditions, including frozen sections, to guide the operation.
• Utilize immunochemistry and genetic/molecular profiling to classify tumors and diseases.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards with neurosurgeons, neurologists and oncologists to help shape patient treatment plans.
• Provide instruction and education to fellows, residents, medical students and other learners.

Education

MD/DO or equivalent degree

ACGME accredited Anatomic Pathology residency program

Neuropathology fellowship

Board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Pathology

Job description

Introduction

TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job! Enjoy excellentbenefits , including paid leave,retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so muchmore. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positiveenvironment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as wechange the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the livesof others by educating students, providing excellent patient care,and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSCgraduates more health care professionals than any other health careinstitution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees andcertificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. Byproviding comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 millionindividuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancingthe health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is whereworld-class education meets compassionate patient care – and webelieve that our people are the reason for our institution’slasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative andsupportive community that empowers each individual to do their bestwork. Through our values-based culture , TTUHSC iscommitted to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with apositive culture that puts people first.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visapetitions in accordance with the directive issued by GovernorAbbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required.On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsoreligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employerpetitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the$100,000 fee, if applicable.

Position Description

The Department of Pathology at Texas Tech University HealthSciences Center (TTUHSC) has provided anatomic pathologyservices to the South Plains for 40 years. Our experienced TTUHSCFaculty are experts in their fields and respected nationally fortheir diagnostic and academic expertise. In addition to providingconsultation and pathology services, pathologists are activelyinvolved in education, research and professional organizations,which keep them abreast of the latest advancements within theirareas of expertise. The research activities of the department arebroadly based and include research on the basic mechanisms ofcellular injury as well as translational studies of breast andprostate cancer.

The Department of Pathology's vision is to enrich the lives ofothers by educating students to become collaborative health careprofessionals, providing excellent patient care, and advancingknowledge through innovative research.

Major/Essential Functions

• Examine tissue samples taken during surgeries to diagnoseconditions, including frozen sections to determine whether tumorsare cancerous or benign to guide the operation.
• Utilize immunochemistry and genetic/molecular profiling toclassify tumors and diseases.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards as part of acollaborative team with neurosurgeons, neurologists and oncologiststo help shape patient treatment plans.
• Provide instruction and education to fellows, residents,medical students and other learners.

Required Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent degree.
• Completion of an ACGME accredited Anatomic Pathology residencyprogram.
• Completion of, or current enrollment in, a Neuropathologyfellowship.
• Board certified or board eligible by the American Board ofPathology.

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Optional Attachments

Professional/Personal Reference

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our teammembers can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being.Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options –Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time teammembers
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leaveand more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members byproviding opportunities for personal and professional growth,including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, andhealth and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a varietyof other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms andgolf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities,and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Grade Minimum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/orskills

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/orskills

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of theindividual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiringdepartment, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additionalinformation, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan .

Grant Funded?

No

Shift

Day

Travel Required

None

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, genetic information or status as a protectedveteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and CampusCrime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges anduniversities participating in federal financial aid programs tomaintain and disclose campus crime statistics and securityinformation. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publishand distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & CrimeStatistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students andemployees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act websiteat https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.