Hematopathologist

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 257,000 - 314,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Education benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University invites applications for a faculty Hematopathologist at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level with responsibilities in hematopathology services for RWJ University Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. The role includes consultation with clinical staff and participation in education for students and residents.

The successful candidate will engage in teaching, research, and program development, with clinical duties and leadership opportunities within the Department of

Qualifications

• MD/DO/MBBS required and eligible for New Jersey licensure.
• Board certification or eligibility in Hematopathology per ABP.
• Board certification or eligibility in Anatomic/Clinical Pathology (or Clinical Pathology) is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide hematopathology and diagnostic pathology services at RWJ University Hospital, New Brunswick.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to deliver timely, integrated diagnostic support.
• Participate in teaching medical students and residents; engage in research activities.

Skills

Pathology expertise

Hematopathology

Clinical collaboration

Education

MD/DO/MBBS

NJ medical license

ABP board in AP/CP or CP

ABP board in Hematopathology

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Hematopathologist

Department: RWJ - Pathology

Salary: A minimum of $285,000

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: Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• 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 Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School invites applications for a faculty position at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level in the Section of Hematopathology in the Division of Clinical Pathology. The section is responsible for the performance of Hematopathology laboratory services at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, the school's 650-bed tertiary care core teaching hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. The laboratory also covers the activities of the recently opened Jack and Sheryl Morris Cancer Center and the Bristol-Meyers-Squibb Children's Hospital, both of which are connected to the main hospital. The successful candidate will be a member of the Hematopathology team, consulting with clinical staff, as well as an active participant in the educational programs of the Department, including teaching medical students and residents. They will also be encouraged and supported to engage in productive research activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide diagnostic clinical pathology and hematopathology services at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick.
• Collaborate with institutional leadership, physician partners, and nursing colleagues to ensure high-quality care for patients in all settings.
• Work collaboratively with clinical teams to provide timely, integrated diagnostic support for complex cases.
• Provide call coverage as needed by the Department of Pathology of Rutgers RWJMS at the discretion of the Chair of Pathology.
• Work collaboratively with the existing academic, administrative, and clinical staff within the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
• Document and bill for provider activities accurately, appropriately, and in a timely manner according to the employer's policies.
• Actively participate in the teaching programs and attend conferences and grand rounds, including supervision and mentorship of pathology residents and fellows.
• Promote the program throughout the region and at national conferences.
• Participate in process/quality improvement in care delivery of patients and participate in quality initiatives of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.
• Comply with all employer and hospital medical staff bylaws.
• Understand and adhere to RBHS's compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Keep abreast of all pertinent federal, state, and RBHS regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• An MD, DO, or MBBS degree is required.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice medicine in New Jersey.
• Board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Pathology in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology OR Clinical Pathology.
• Board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Pathology in Hematopathology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional consideration will be given to applicants who are board certified or board eligible in Molecular Genetic Pathology.

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link to Posting: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/279976

Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus: Downtown New Brunswick

City: Robert Wood Johnson Medical School - New Brunswick

State: NJ

Posting Open Date: 09/01/2026

Posting Close Date: 06/03/2027

Posting Number: 26FA0736

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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