Pathology Department Chair: Diagnostics & Research

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine seeks a distinguished academic clinician or clinician-investigator to lead the Department of Pathology as Chair. The Chair will sustain excellence in clinical diagnostics, laboratory medicine, educational innovation, and research within UVA Health and the School of Medicine.

The role requires an accomplished track record, commitment to education and mentorship, and eligibility to hold the rank of Professor.

Qualifications

• Distinguished academic and clinical track record in pathology.
• Experience in medical education and mentorship.
• Eligibility to hold the rank of Professor at UVA School of Medicine.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and strategic vision for a major academic department.
• Experience in overseeing clinical laboratories within an academic health system.

Responsibilities

• Promote excellence in the department's medical education curriculum and residency programs.
• Oversee the laboratory operations and CLIA directorship across UVA Health laboratories.
• Lead integration and collaboration across UVA Health, including hospitals and allied laboratories.
• Drive innovative research and translational science within pathology.
• Mentor faculty through promotion, tenure, and career development.

Job description

The University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine seeks a distinguished academic clinician or clinician-investigator to lead the Department of Pathology as Chair. The Chair will sustain excellence in clinical diagnostics, laboratory medicine, educational innovation, and research within UVA Health and the School of Medicine.

The role requires an accomplished track record, commitment to education and mentorship, and eligibility to hold the rank of Professor.