Job Summary:
The thoracic pathology service is a busy subspeciality of our surgical pathology division at the UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH). The service is staffed by 4 subspecialty pathologists. It provides pathologic support services to a dynamic cardiothoracic surgical program with an active heart and lung transplant program. Beyond the surgical specialties, this service frequently interacts with general, interventional, and transplant pulmonologists and cardiologists, as well as thoracic radiologists, medical oncologists, and radiation oncologists. We have a volume of approximately 4,500 thoracic specimens per year. The surgical pathology division has a modern workspace with state-of-the-art facilities, including telepathology and whole slide imaging software. The department also benefits from a strong in-house molecular diagnostics laboratory.
SMPH is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.
Responsibilities:
The fellowship is designed to provide advanced training in thoracic and transplant-related pathology and is suited for both academically-orientated pathologists as well as those who are interested in pursuing community practice with a subspecialty focus. The fellowship is designed for one-year duration. The individual will perform the duties of a thoracic diagnostic surgical pathologist in the department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine with additional duties in other areas of transplant pathology depending on the fellow's interest. After a year's training, the candidate will be proficient in the work-up and diagnosis of routine and complex cases including frozen sections, immunohistochemistry, electron microscopy, and molecular diagnostics related to neoplastic and non-neoplastic thoracic pathology. The candidate will be required to fulfill daily responsibilities, participate in multidisciplinary conferences, and complete at least one research, educational, or quality improvement project during the fellowship. Based on the evaluation of the candidate's proficiency and performance, there may be opportunities for being involved in laboratory management projects, independent sign out and resident teaching. Overall, the fellowship is aimed at developing academic and leadership skills to thrive as an expert in thoracic pathology.
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Education:
Required
Terminal Degree
MD or DO required.
Qualifications:
Graduate of a certified U.S. based pathology residency program. Board eligible or board certified in Anatomic Pathology or Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology by The American Board of Pathology. Eligible for Wisconsin Medical License.
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Terminal, 12 month appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding
Anticipated Begin Date:
JULY 01, 2024
Salary:
Negotiable
ANNUAL (12 months)
Additional Information:
PLEASE NOTE: Exchange scholars in J-1 status sponsored by ECFMG under the category "Alien Physician" are not authorized for employment with UW-Madison. Any current or former J-1 scholar that is subject to the 2 year home residency requirement (Section 212(e) of the Immigration and Nationality Act) must obtain a waiver of that requirement to be eligible for an H-1B sponsored by UW-Madison.
This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.
How to Apply:
The deadline for assuring full consideration is October 20, 2022, however, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until this position is filled. Your application must be received through the Jobs at UW portal to be considered as a candidate. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered. To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button and use the online UW Job Application system to submit the following:
-Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
-A cover letter describing 1) your interest in this position, 2) what you would bring to the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, 3) how the Department could contribute to your career, and 4) how you would contribute to the Department's mission to foster an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace.
-A single document containing letters of recommendation from three academic or professional references.
Contact:
Tia Powell
tpowell2@wisc.edu
608-263-3731
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Clinical Instructor(IC012)
Department(s):
A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/PATHOL-LAB MED/ANAT PATH
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Terminal
Job Number:
264623-AS
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