Breast Pathologist, Irvine, CA

ASIP; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 310,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be available

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

City of Hope in Irvine, CA seeks an academic breast pathologist to join our Division of Anatomic Pathology. You will provide diagnostic services for breast cancer and educate residents and fellows while developing a strong academic track record.

The role includes opportunities for translational and clinical research and collaboration with oncologists, with participation in digital pathology initiatives within our national network.

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent medical degree and California medical license eligibility.
• Board certification in Anatomic Pathology with breast pathology experience.
• Fellowship training in breast pathology preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration with oncologists and researchers.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic pathology services for breast cancer in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Educate residents and fellows and participate in ACGME-accredited training.
• Develop translational and clinical research in breast cancers.
• Engage in digital pathology initiatives to support the COH national network.

Skills

MD/DO or equivalent

Board certification in Anatomic Path

Breast pathology expertise

Academic/teaching experience

Education

MD or equivalent medical degree

Job description

City of Hope Medical Group Seeks an Academic Breast Pathologist to Join our Irvine Team

Join one of the nation's leading comprehensive cancer centers! City of Hope is seeking an academic breast pathologist with expertise in breast cancer who is highly qualified and board-certified to meet the growing needs of our expanding Division of Anatomic Pathology. In addition to expertise in diagnostic pathology, the candidates are expected to educate residents and fellows and develop a successful academic track record. The department has considerable opportunities for clinical/translational and basic research. For more information please visit here Lennar Foundation Cancer Center (LFCC) and Department of Pathology.

Position Highlights

Provide patient-centered anatomic pathology services in collaboration with our nationally recognized and diverse team of oncologic physicians at City of Hope National Medical Center and Comprehensive Cancer Center in Los Angeles County, Orange County Lennar Foundation Cancer Center, and national cancer center sites in Phoenix, Chicago and Atlanta through our digital pathology initiative. This full-time anatomic pathology position reports directly to the Division Chief of Anatomic Pathology and the Chair of the Department of Pathology.

• Clinical responsibilities include diagnostic pathology services to support the clinical care of patients with breast cancer.
• The successful candidate will:
  • Join a multidisciplinary team of physicians and scientists in Southern California.
  • Use digital pathology to provide breast pathology expertise in the COH national network.
  • Develop and support translational and clinical research in breast cancers.
  • Participate in training of fellows in our ACGME-accredited programs.

Position Benefits

• Excellent benefits package, including a generous retirement contribution plan.
• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Base Salary Range: $310k to $480k. The range listed is exclusively for base compensation for full-time employment and does not include incentive compensation or benefits. Actual compensation will be adjusted for experience, training, hospital/community need and other factors.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have an MD or equivalent medical degree and possess or be eligible for an unrestricted California medical license.
• Board certification in Anatomic Pathology by the American Board of Pathology or equivalent and demonstrated multidisciplinary practice experience in the specialty of breast pathology are required.
• Fellowship training in breast pathology and experience in the diagnosis of complex breast cancers in an academic cancer center is highly preferred.
• The candidate must possess excellent communication skills and experience in collaboration with breast medical and surgical oncologists and researchers.
• Specialty expertise in pathology specialties in addition to breast pathology, especially gynecologic pathology, cytopathology and medical license in Arizona, Illinois, or Georgia are desirable.
• Applicants must have evidence of research and publication productivity.
• Academic record consistent with appointment as Assistant or Associate Professor is preferred.

About City of Hope

City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S. and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is top ranked in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope's uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas. City of Hope's affiliated group of organizations includes Translational Genomics Research Institute and AccessHopeTM. For more information about City of Hope, follow us on Facebook, X, YouTube, Instagram and LinkedIn.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.