Clinical Laboratory Microbiology Medical Director

UTN; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ARUP Laboratories, Department of Pathology, University of Utah School of Medicine, invites applications for the Clinical Laboratory Microbiology Medical Director. The role combines clinical leadership with academic responsibilities in Salt Lake City.

The successful candidate will oversee parasitology and microbiology, interpret results, ensure quality, and develop tests while mentoring fellows and residents. Board-certified (or eligible) in Medical Microbiology is required.

Qualifications

• MD/PhD or PhD with board certification or eligibility in Medical Microbiology.
• Experience teaching and training fellows and residents.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Director of Parasitology and lead clinical microbiology operations.
• Interpret and report clinical test results; oversee quality control and assurance.
• Develop laboratory tests and protocols; oversee teaching and training of fellows and residents; participate in committees.

Skills

MD/PhD

Board-certified in Medical Microiology

Excellent communication

Education

MD/PhD or PhD with board certification/eligibility in Medical Microbiology

Job description

Clinical Laboratory Microbiology Medical Director

The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

Position Information

Position/Rank

Position/Rank Commensurate with experience/Depending on Qualifications

Department

Department 00247 - Pathology

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Track

Track Track Dependent on Qualifications

New Position to Begin

Details

Clinical Laboratory Microbiology Medical Director
ARUP Laboratories, Department of Pathology, University of Utah School of Medicine

The Department of Pathology at the University of Utah School of Medicine and ARUP Laboratories is inviting applications from individuals with a strong interest in building an academic career in Clinical Laboratory Microbiology. Applicants should hold either an MD, MD/PhD, or PhD degree with board certification or board eligibility in Medical Microbiology.

ARUP is a comprehensive, high-complexity reference laboratory that serves a diverse clientele. Our clients include over half of the nation’s university teaching hospitals, children’s hospitals, major commercial laboratories, military and government facilities, and numerous community hospitals. As a result, our laboratory receives a wide variety of specimen types and testing requests. We provide an extensive range of testing options, encompassing both traditional techniques and specialized, esoteric testing in the field of laboratory diagnostics.

The successful candidate will serve as the Director of Parasitology. Experience and expertise in advanced molecular diagnostics, antigen detection and/or serologic testing is desirable. Primary responsibilities include clinical test result interpretation and reporting; quality control and assurance; laboratory test development; teaching and training of fellows and residents; and committee service. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical and academic background appropriate to their level of training and experience, as well as excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Academic rank and compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and accomplishments.

A curriculum vitae, a cover letter detailing experience and current and future interests, and the names and contact information of three individuals who could provide letters of recommendation.

Please contact Dr. Adam Barker ( [e-mail] ) with any questions.

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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Special Instructions for Candidates

Open Date

02/18/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Requisition Number

PRN04011F

Type

Faculty

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
• Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only

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