Transfusion Medicine Assistant/Associate Professor | Pathology

IMDiversity; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA invites applications for a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor in Pathology with clinical transfusion medicine expertise. The role includes clinical leadership in transfusion medicine and teaching duties for residents, fellows, and students.

The faculty member will report to the Division Chair and participate in research and scholarly activity, collaborating across hematology, oncology, anesthesia, and surgery.

Qualifications

• MD/MD-PhD or equivalent degree.
• ABP board certification in AP/CP or CP or hematology/oncology.
• Certification or eligibility in Transfusion Medicine.
• Full, unrestricted Virginia medical licensure.
• A record of scholarly publications.

Responsibilities

• Clinical: act as Transfusion Medicine/Apheresis attending and provide medical oversight of blood bank services.
• Service: participate in departmental, institutional, and national committees as needed.
• Teaching: engage in didactic lectures, rounds, seminars, and trainee education in transfusion medicine.
• Research: contribute to clinical research and scholarly activity.

Education

MD/MD-PhD or equivalent

Board Certification ABP AP/CP or CP or Hematology-Oncology

Transfusion Medicine Certification or Eligibility

Virginia Medical Licensure

Scholarly Publications

Job description

Transfusion Medicine Assistant/Associate Professor | Pathology | SOM-M89948
Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA

Type: Full-Time
Salary: Commensurate

Category: Physicians

Advertising Summary: Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU's sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer

Unit: School Of Medicine MBU

Department: Pathology

Department Summary:

The Department of Pathology at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine is seeking a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor (commensurate with experience) with expertise in clinical pathology and transfusion medicine.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Clinical: Serve as Transfusion Medicine/Apheresis attending. Medical direction of blood bank related clinical services, as needed. Provide medical oversight to all medical, technical and regulatory processes and procedures, including quality assurance. Promote the use of safe and effective blood transfusion components and services throughout the medical center, working closely with clinicians in hematology, oncology, stem cell transplantation, neurology, obstetrics and cardiothoracic and trauma surgery.
• Service: Participation in departmental, institutional and national committees when necessary.
• Teaching: Participation in the educational activities of Transfusion Medicine including: (1) didactic presentations, rounds, and seminars involving residents, medical and graduate students, and dental and allied health students; (2) continuing education for faculty, nurses, allied health personnel, and community physicians; and (3) development of workshops at the local, state, and national level.
• Research: Scholarship primarily in Pathology through presentations at national meetings, developing clinical research collaborations, contributions to peer-reviewed scientific literature, active participation in appropriate professional organizations is required.

The faculty member will report to and work closely with the Division Chair to further the mission and vision of the Department of Pathology.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree
• Board certification by the American Board of Pathology in combined Anatomic and Clinical Pathology or Clinical Pathology, or board certification in adult or pediatric Hematology/Oncology
• Board certification or eligibility in Transfusion Medicine
• Strong interest in and/or documented experience in laboratory management
• A scholarly record of publication in books and peer-reviewed journals
• Full, unrestricted medical licensure in Virginia
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU

Salary Range: Commensurate

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

ORP Eligible: No

Rank: Open

Tenure: Ineligible

Months: 12 months

Restricted: No

Contact Email: [e-mail]