VP Pathology and Translational

Scientific Search; North Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 375,000 - 525,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Executive leadership role

Job summary

Scientific Search is seeking a VP, Translational and Computational Pathology to lead innovative pathology and biomarker programs in North Brunswick, NJ. This executive role involves overseeing CLIA compliance, laboratory operations, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge diagnostic technologies.

The ideal candidate will have an MD or DO degree, board certification in pathology, and over 5 years of leadership experience in relevant environments. This role offers competitive salary, relocation assistance, and the chance to shape the future of precision oncology diagnostics.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in pathology, diagnostics, or biotechnology.
• Experience with pathology assay development and laboratory operations.
• Eligible for New Jersey medical licensure.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Clinical Laboratory Director overseeing compliance activities.
• Lead translational pathology strategy supporting biomarker discovery.
• Collaborate with scientific teams to implement innovative diagnostic solutions.

Skills

Leadership in pathology

Regulatory compliance

Pathology assay development

Translational medicine

Digital pathology

Education

MD or DO degree

Board Certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology

Job description

VP, Translational and Computational Pathology - CLIA Director

Location: North Brunswick, NJ (Onsite)

Reports to: CEO

Salary: $375,000–$525,000 base

Join a rapidly growing oncology-focused biotechnology company at the forefront of precision medicine, companion diagnostics, and computational pathology. This is a unique opportunity to lead and build innovative pathology and biomarker programs while working alongside experts in oncology, translational science, artificial intelligence, and diagnostics. The organization is developing next-generation technologies designed to accelerate drug development and improve patient outcomes in cancer care.

Position Summary

The Clinical Laboratory Director & VP, Translational and Computational Pathology will provide strategic, scientific, and operational leadership across pathology, biomarker, and companion diagnostic initiatives. Serving as the designated CLIA Laboratory Director, this individual will oversee laboratory operations, assay development, digital pathology programs, and translational research efforts while partnering closely with cross-functional teams to advance innovative oncology diagnostics.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Clinical Laboratory Director with oversight of CLIA, CAP, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Lead pathology operations, laboratory quality systems, accreditation readiness, and continuous process improvement.
• Drive translational pathology strategy supporting biomarker discovery, companion diagnostics, and clinical development programs.
• Oversee development, validation, and implementation of pathology-based assays, including immunohistochemistry (IHC) and tissue-based biomarker platforms.
• Partner with pharmaceutical and clinical development teams to support translational research and clinical trial initiatives.
• Provide leadership for digital and computational pathology programs, including image analysis and AI-enabled technologies.
• Collaborate with scientific, engineering, and data science teams to evaluate and implement innovative diagnostic solutions.
• Build relationships with academic investigators, industry partners, and key stakeholders.
• Contribute to scientific publications, presentations, and thought leadership activities.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree required.
• Board Certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology (AP/CP).
• Eligible to serve as Clinical Laboratory Director under CLIA regulations.
• 5+ years of leadership experience within pathology, diagnostics, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, academic, or laboratory environments.
• Experience with pathology assay development, validation, and laboratory operations.
• Background supporting translational medicine, companion diagnostics, biomarker development, or clinical research programs.
• Ability to obtain New Jersey medical licensure.

Preferred Experience

• Translational oncology and biomarker development.
• Companion diagnostics (CDx).
• Immunohistochemistry (IHC) assay development and validation.
• Digital pathology and image analysis platforms.
• Computational pathology and AI-enabled diagnostic technologies.
• Whole-slide imaging, spatial biology, or multiplex tissue analysis.

Why This Opportunity?

• Executive leadership role with significant visibility and strategic influence.
• Opportunity to shape the future of precision oncology diagnostics and companion diagnostics.
• Collaborate with experts across pathology, AI, molecular biology, and drug development.
• Lead innovative programs at the intersection of translational science and computational pathology.
• Play a foundational role in building next-generation diagnostic technologies with meaningful patient impact.
• Relocation assistance available for highly qualified candidates.

How To Apply

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