Pediatric Molecular Pathology Director

Children's Wisconsin - Medical College of Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Academic funds for travel

Job summary

Children's Wisconsin - Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee invites applications for the Director of Pediatric Molecular Pathology. This full‑time MD/DO or PhD leadership role directs the CW Laboratories' molecular pathology program, guiding genetic/genomic testing and ensuring excellence in clinical care and education.

The position includes a faculty appointment, opportunities for translational and basic science research with protected time, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team

Qualifications

• Board-certified (or eligible) in Laboratory Genetics or Genomics.
• MD/DO or PhD with clinical laboratory leadership experience.
• Eligibility for licensure in Wisconsin.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Pediatric Molecular Pathology division as Director.
• Oversee molecular diagnostic testing and validation.
• Mentor AP/CP residents and pediatric pathology fellows.
• Drive research and education initiatives within CW Laboratories.

Skills

Leadership

Molecular genetics/genomics

Academic pathology

Education

MD/DO or PhD

Tools

Genetic testing

Laboratory workflows

Job description

PEDIATRIC MOLECULAR PATHOLOGY DIRECTOR

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN (USA).

The Division of Pediatric Pathology at Children’s Wisconsin (CW), within the Department of Pathology at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), is seeking to hire a full-time MD/DO or PhD that is board-certified (or eligible) in Laboratory Genetics or Genomics to join our subspecialized team in Milwaukee, WI and to serve in an exciting new leadership role as the Director of Pediatric Molecular Pathology of the CW Laboratories. This position includes a full-time faculty appointment at a rank and salary commensurate with experience and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to nationally recognized pediatric care, cutting-edge research, and innovative education in a collaborative academic medical center. MD/DO candidates must be eligible for an unrestricted Wisconsin medical license.

Opportunity Highlights:

• CW has committed to precision medicine as a multi-year strategic priority, including support for additional personnel, funding, and resources for the expansion of the molecular laboratory and broader implementation of genetic/genomic testing across multiple areas of patient care.
• Join a collaborative team of pediatric specialists, including seven pediatric pathologists, a hematopathologist, a neuropathologist, and two clinical PhDs who serve as directors of Microbiology/Virology, Immunology, Clinical Chemistry, and Biochemical Genetics.
• Enjoy exclusive membership and access to the MCW Mellowes Center for Genomic Sciences and Precision Medicine.
• Teach and mentor AP/CP residents and pediatric pathology & other pediatric specialty fellows.
• Thrive in a pediatric-centered environment with the multisite CW Laboratories, which perform over one million tests annually.
• Participate in clinical, translational, or basic science research with protected time to advance your work.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary with team-based incentives
• 403(b) retirement plan with 8% employer contribution
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and paid parental leave
• Academic funds for travel, dues, and conferences
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

We’re looking for candidates with strong clinical skills, collaborative spirit, and a passion for academic pathology to join our "One Team" to advance our vision that "the Children of Wisconsin will be the healthiest in the nation".