Chief, Division of Anatomic Pathology

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 324,000 - 396,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employee and

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ, seeks a Division Chief of Anatomic Pathology to lead clinical, research, and academic missions at RWJ Barnabas Health. The role includes oversight of surgical pathology, cytopathology, autopsy pathology, and IHC, with responsibilities in education and program development.

The incumbent provides patient care, mentoring for faculty and residents, and guides governance, quality assurance, and service development across the division.

Qualifications

• MD/DO/MBBS/PhD required with board certification.
• Board certification in Anatomic Pathology or Anatomic and Clinical Pathology required.
• Eligible for a New Jersey medical license.

Responsibilities

• Lead Division of Anatomic Pathology to achieve clinical, research, and academic goals.
• Oversee surgical pathology, cytopathology, autopsy pathology, and immunohistochemistry services.
• Provide patient care, teaching, and research support while ensuring governance and quality.

Skills

Leadership in AP

Surgical pathology

Cytopathology

Education

MD/DO/MBBS/PhD

Job description

Position Details

• Recruitment/Posting Title: Chief, Division of Anatomic Pathology
• Department: RWJ - Pathology
• Salary Details: A minimum of $360,000
• Offer Information: The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
• Benefits:
  • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
  • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
  • Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discount programs
• Posting Summary: The Division Chief shall serve as the leader of the division to achieve clinical, research, and academic programmatic goals while overseeing the Division of Anatomic Pathology. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of Anatomic Pathology services at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - the school's 650-bed tertiary care core teaching hospital in New Brunswick, NJ, and a partner of the Cancer Institute of NJ, an NCI-Designated Cancer Treatment Center. A creative and innovative leader, the Division Chief of Anatomic Pathology will collaboratively implement new initiatives to ensure the growth of Anatomic Pathology, guiding our surgical pathology, cytopathology, autopsy pathology, and immunohistochemistry services. The Division Chief of Anatomic Pathology will also be expected to give guidance to faculties and residents for our educational and research missions. In addition to the leadership role, responsibilities include the provision of patient care services, teaching, research, and service to the institution. The Division Chief is responsible for the leadership, communication and team working within the laboratory, providing advice to the Clinical Director on specialty issues. This includes accountability for all aspects of clinical governance, including quality assurance and accreditation and the development of services. In addition, the division chief shall provide patient care services and will support the Rutgers Health and RWJ Barnabas Health mission of providing hope, healing and the best health care for patients and their families.
• Position Status: Full Time
• Posting Number: 26FA0870
• Posting Open Date: 10/07/2026
• Posting Close Date: 03/05/2027

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have strong leadership experience in anatomic pathology, and substantial clinical expertise in anatomic pathology, particularly in surgical pathology; additional expertise or board certification in cytopathology is especially welcome. Candidates must possess an MD, DO, MBBS, MD, PhD, DO, or PhD; be board certified in Anatomic Pathology or Anatomic and Clinical Pathology; and be eligible for a New Jersey medical license.

Posting Details

Quick Link to Posting: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/282014

Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus: Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City: New Brunswick

State: NJ

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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