Forensic Pathology Prosector - Autopsy & Education Lead

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 81,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

East Carolina University is seeking a Pathology Prosector in the Pathology Laboratory to support forensic/autopsy pathology services. The Pathologist Assistant reports to the department chair and participates in external feature recording, evisceration, and specimen collection for toxicology and microbiology.

The role also involves teaching students and ensuring protocol compliance. The position requires CLIA high complexity testing eligibility, an eligible laboratory science degree, excellent

Qualifications

• CLIA high complexity testing eligibility and required education.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with law enforcement and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with physical dexterity for autopsy procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform forensic and hospital examinations, assist with organ examination and removal (70%).
• Instruct and supervise pathologist's assistant students, pathology residents and other learners (25%).
• Compliance with department procedures and operational activities (5%).

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Dexterity

Education

Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology

60 semester hours with 24 in lab science or chemistry/biology

Job description

East Carolina University is seeking a Pathology Prosector in the Pathology Laboratory to support forensic/autopsy pathology services. The Pathologist Assistant reports to the department chair and participates in external feature recording, evisceration, and specimen collection for toxicology and microbiology.

The role also involves teaching students and ensuring protocol compliance. The position requires CLIA high complexity testing eligibility, an eligible laboratory science degree, excellent