Temple Health Looking for Physician – Academics – Pathology – Academic Surgical Pathologist- Temple Health- Philadelphia, PA at Philadelphia, PA Full Time

The Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and Temple University Health System announce the search for a BC/BE Surgical Pathologist to join our faculty.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in general surgical pathology in an environment that has provided the opportunity to experience a wide spectrum of gross and microscopic examination of surgical specimens, as well as biopsies. A niche area in surgical pathology is recommended for example in areas of GU, Breast, Head and Neck pathology, etc. is preferred. The position also requires a strong interest in teaching and resident supervision.  Opportunities also exist for engagement in research for interested applicants.

The Department of Pathology receives over 16,500 surgical specimens, (excluding nearly 10,000 oral pathology specimens), 3000 cytology specimens, 100 autopsies, and performs over 1.6 million laboratory tests in a typical year. Special diagnostic testing includes immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, molecular diagnostics, electron microscopy, and digital image analysis. Modern research laboratories are equipped for tissue culture, real-time PCR, techniques for advanced protein detection, and molecular biology.

Rank and compensation commensurate with experience.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Philadelphia’s leading academic medical centers which is home to more than 1,000 physicians and scientists who share the mission of bringing innovative treatments to patients.

Candidate Qualifications

• Applicants should be an M.D., D.O. or foreign equivalent with board certification or board eligibility in Anatomic Pathology. 
• Candidates who are board-eligible will be expected to complete their boards within the first year of hire.
• Completion of a fellowship in a niche area is desirable.
• Must be able to obtain medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to start date.

Procedure for Candidacy: 

In order to be considered for this position, you must complete an online application.

Your application will not be considered complete and until you have submitted all of the required documents and information.  All documents must be in PDF format.

Application materials should include  a curriculum vita, personal statement stating your qualifications, professional goals and research/teaching interests, three professional references names/contact information and a statement describing participation in activities that promote diversity and inclusion and/or plans to make future contributions is strongly encouraged. 

Please address your application to Yuri Persidsky, MD, PhD. Professor and Chair, Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine,   C/O Bill Mawhinney, Senior Recruiter, Office of Physician/Faculty Recruitment & Retention Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

We are especially interested in qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds and under-represented groups. For more information about our commitment to diversity at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, please visit OHEDI.

COVID-19 vaccinations are required for employment at Temple University, unless granted a religious or medical exemption (see www.temple.edu/coronavirus).

The University is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their research, teaching, and/or service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.