Senior Forensic Pathologist (Supervisory)

U.S. Army Medicine Civilian Corps; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Army Medicine Civilian Corps in Dover, Delaware, seeks a Supervisory Physician (Pathology) to lead the Forensic Pathology division at Dover facilities. You will supervise medical and technical staff, prioritize casework, and ensure timely, accurate autopsy reports.

The role requires board certification in Pathology, MD/DO, full U.S. licensure, and residency; you will provide expert consultation to military and legal authorities, testify in court, and uphold accreditation standards through

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent degree from US/CA or recognized foreign equivalent
• Current active medical license in a US state or territory
• Accredited pathology residency completed
• Experience in supervisory/leadership roles in a medical setting

Responsibilities

• Supervises and leads medical and technical staff by managing daily operations, evaluating performance, resolving conflicts, and overseeing hiring and training.
• Directs the Forensic Pathology division by establishing priorities, providing technical guidance, and ensuring quality and timeliness of casework.
• Performs and leads complex forensic autopsies and death investigations to determine cause and manner of death.
• Provides expert consultation to military commanders, legal counsel, and investigators on forensic pathology matters and outcomes.
• Delivers expert medical testimony in legal proceedings and explains autopsy findings to courts.
• Ensures the division's compliance with accreditation standards by managing QA programs and peer reviews of reports.
• Pre-employment and annual health examinations may be required to ensure fitness for duty.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Team leadership

Forensic pathology

Medical testimony

Quality assurance

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Active US medical license

Pathology residency completed

Job description

U.S. Army Medicine Civilian Corps in Dover, Delaware, seeks a Supervisory Physician (Pathology) to lead the Forensic Pathology division at Dover facilities. You will supervise medical and technical staff, prioritize casework, and ensure timely, accurate autopsy reports.

The role requires board certification in Pathology, MD/DO, full U.S. licensure, and residency; you will provide expert consultation to military and legal authorities, testify in court, and uphold accreditation standards through