Transplant Pathology - Academic-track faculty member for UPMC in Pittsburgh, PA

UPMC Southwestern PA; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME allowance

PTO

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer 1

Tuition assistance

Job summary

UPMC Presby in Pittsburgh, PA seeks an academic-track transplant pathologist to serve as Assistant/Associate Professor of Pathology and Assistant/Associate Director of the Histocompatibility Lab. The role includes clinical oversight, protocol review, and consultation for solid organ and bone marrow transplants.

The position involves teaching Pathology Residents and Clinical Fellows, engaging in translational research, and contributing to accreditation readiness with ASHI/CAP.

Qualifications

• MD and/or PhD degree required; board-certified/eligible as HLA lab director by ACHI.
• Experience in high-complexity ASHI-certified/eligible clinical labs supporting transplantation required.
• Current PA medical licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical operations of the HLA Lab and assist the Lab Director in patient management before and after transplantation.
• Review testing protocols and support QA/QC and proficiency testing for antibody analysis and tissue typing.
• Consult with physicians on test interpretation and participate in inspections and accreditation visits (ASHI, CAP, NY).
• Engage in educational activities, teaching residents and fellows and promoting translational research.
• Participate in research to develop methods and provide 24/7 on-call telemedicine coverage rotating with the Lab Director.

Skills

HLA lab operations

Transplant testing

Quality assurance

ASHI proficiency

Clinical consultation

Education

MD or PhD

Job description

Transplant Pathologist Opportunity at UPMC Presby in Pittsburgh, PA

The Department of Pathology at the University of Pittsburgh is now accepting applications for an academic-track faculty member to serve as Assistant or Associate Professor, Assistant or Associate Director of the Histocompatibility (HLA) Laboratory. This laboratory supports all solid-organ and bone marrow transplant programs at four hospitals of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, four external hospitals, and one OPO. RANK/TITLE: Assistant/Associate Professor of Pathology (appointment stream) (Assistant 1-5 years experience; Associate 5-10 years experience). Both newly trained and established directors are encouraged to apply.

Key Highlights:

• Responsible for the clinical oversight of HLA Lab; assist the HLA Lab Director in all aspects of patient management, both pre- and post-transplantation for all solid organ and bone marrow transplant recipient
• Review all test protocols and provide technical support, as well as participate in the review of quality assurance and quality control protocols and proficiency testing for antibody analysis and tissue typing
• Consult with and advise physicians on test interpretation and provide consultation prior and post any intervention; participate in preparation for all laboratory inspections and accreditation visits including from the American Society of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ASHI), CAP, New York
• Participate in educational activities including teaching of Pathology Residents and Clinical Fellows rotating through the HLA Lab and engage in academic activities to promote clinical translational research; provide educational seminars and training of laboratory staff to assure their competency and efficiency
• Conduct research to develop methodologies, instrumentation, and procedures for medical application, analyzing data and presenting findings to scientific audience and the general public; and required to rotate with the Lab Director to provide 24/7 on call telemedicine consultation coverage for the various transplant services

What Can UPMC Do for You?

• Salary will be commensurate with experience.
• Full-time faculty member at the University of Pittsburgh as well as a participant in the UPMC/UPP faculty practice plan.
• CME allowance of $4,110
• Paid PA licensure as well as 1-2 professional memberships
• Non-Profit Health System, Employed Model *PSLF Eligible
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Six weeks of Paid Time Off
• Employer-paid Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Group Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance available for self, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents
• Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 50% employer match, plus an employer-paid pension plan. Participate in both!

Qualifications:

• Candidates must possess an M.D. and/or Ph.D. degree and be board-certified/eligible as an HLA lab director by the American College for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ACHI). Experience and training in a high-complexity ASHI-certified/eligible clinical laboratory supporting solid organ and bone marrow transplantation are required.
• Current Pennsylvania medical licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure.

UPMC's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

- UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. UPMC is committed to advancing diversity through programs that promote inclusion, such as Employee Resource Groups and other initiatives to support a diverse workforce.