Pathology- Surgical

Summary of Position

The Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and Temple University Health System is seeking a full-time Surgical Pathologist.

The successful candidate will be appointed as a full-time faculty member at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level within either the Clinical Scholar or Clinical Educator track, commensurate with experience and academic accomplishments. While candidates at all ranks will be considered, individuals with demonstrated experience and seniority in surgical pathology practice are strongly preferred.

Applicants should have expertise in general surgical pathology, with subspecialty training and/or significant diagnostic experience in areas including, but not limited to cytopathology, gastrointestinal (GI), thoracic, gynecologic, genitourinary (GU), breast, head & neck (ENT), and soft tissue pathology. Candidates with established track records of clinical excellence, leadership, teaching, or program development will be given priority consideration.

Why Temple?

• High-Volume, Diverse Casework : Over 23,000 surgical specimens, 3,500 cytology specimens, 100 autopsies, and more than 2.2 million laboratory tests annually-providing extensive exposure and opportunities to refine advanced diagnostic skills.
• Cutting-Edge Diagnostics: Access to state-of-the-art technologies including immunohistochemistry, molecular diagnostics, in situ hybridization, electron microscopy, and whole slide imaging.
• Advanced Research Infrastructure : Facilities supporting real-time PCR, tissue culture, confocal microscopy, flow cytometry, and a broad spectrum of molecular biology techniques.
• Academic Excellence : Join a leading academic medical center in Philadelphia with a collaborative network of over 1,000 physicians and scientists.
• Innovative Environment : Be part of a mission-driven institution committed to advancing patient care through clinical excellence, education, and research innovation.

To learn more about the Department of Pathology at Temple University, click here.

Candidate Qualifications

• M.D., D.O., or foreign equivalent with board certification/board eligible in Anatomic Pathology preferred.
• Candidates who are board-eligible must obtain certification within the first year of hire.
• Fellowship training in subspeciality areas of cytopathology, gastrointestinal (GI), thoracic, gynecologic, genitourinary (GU), breast, head & neck (ENT), and soft tissue pathology, combined with 3- 5 years post fellowship experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in surgical pathology sign-out, with increasing levels of responsibility and/or leadership, is highly desirable.
• Proven commitment to teaching, mentoring, and academic engagement is preferred, especially for senior-level appointments.
• Must be eligible for and able to obtain medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to the start date.

Features and Benefits

• Compensation consistent with leading academic institutions and CME Funds
• Vacation, Holiday, Sick and CME Time
• Generous 403b retirement match
• 457b
• Health, dental, and vision
• Malpractice
• Tuition remission
• Savi- student loan repayment program

We are committed to fostering a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff. We believe that diversity (of experiences, thought, etc.) enriches our learning environment and strengthens our academic community. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives will enhance our commitment to these values.

About Temple Health : Temple Health is a major Philadelphia-based academic health system that is driving medical advances through clinical innovation, pioneering research and world-class education. The health system's 1,550+ physicians and scientists share a common mission of bringing tomorrow's treatments to the bedside today, helping them achieve outcomes once thought impossible.

Temple Health is an educational partner with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University , providing medical education to the next generation of physicians and biomedical scientists.

About Philadelphia : Located in the heart of Philadelphia, TUHS provides access to a diverse and culturally rich city with thriving neighborhoods, arts, and cuisine.

"Philadelphia is a city of firsts: first hospital, first library, first medical school. It's a place where big ideas come to life." - Alexander Hamilton

Procedure for Candidacy

To be considered for this position, you must complete an online application.


Application materials should include: a curriculum vitae; a personal statement stating your qualifications, professional goals, three professional references, names/contact information, and a statement describing working effectively in an urban environment is strongly encouraged.

Please address your application to: Yuri Persidsky, MD, PhD, Professor and Chairperson, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, C/O Bill Mawhinney, Senior Recruiter, Physician/Faculty Recruitment & Retention, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Email: View email address on click.appcast.io


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