Physician - Vice Chair of Molecular Pathology (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the Wexner Medical Center are seeking a Vice Chair of Molecular Pathology to join the Department of Pathology. Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience. Position Overview The Department of Pathology at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC) is seeking a Vice Chair of Molecular Pathology at the Full Professor rank. Expertise in molecular pathology, clinical bioinformatics/informatics, and genomics is essential. Research interests in machine learning, artificial intelligence, or the integration of genomics and digital pathology are preferred. Qualified applicants must possess an MD, MD‑equivalent, PhD, or MD/PhD degree, with relevant clinical board certification or eligibility in Molecular Genetic Pathology or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics. Additional training in Bioinformatics or Clinical Informatics with certification or eligibility is preferred. The ability to conduct independent research is required, and a history of obtaining competitive grant funding is desirable. Requirements Relevant practical experience as director of a clinical molecular diagnostics laboratory, including in NGS assay development, assay automation, genomic analytic pipeline development, and regulatory/quality control related to genomic technologies. Relevant practical experience in molecular laboratory clinical bioinformatics, with prior experience supervising junior faculty, clinical fellows, variant scientists, or annotators. Well‑developed interests in translational or basic research in molecular pathology, genomics, and/or clinical bioinformatics. Qualify for an academic appointment at the full professor level – academic rank and salary will be commensurate with previous training and experience. Responsibilities Oversee PhD and MD faculty in the Division of Molecular Pathology, including clinical directors and research faculty. Serve on the leadership team with other Vice Chairs to provide guidance to the Pathology Chair on clinical and research needs and strategic growth. Lead and support a research program on molecular genetics, genomic medicine, clinical or translational research. Develop training programs and instructional curriculum in molecular pathology and mentor graduate students, clinical residents and fellows, medical students, and other trainees. Represent the pathology faculty in cancer center or institutional initiatives in genomics. Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wexner Medical Center