Histocompatibility Laboratory Director

Category: PhysicianPenn State Health - Penn State Health Medical Group LLCLocation: US:PA: Hershey Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.0 Shift: Varied Shift Differential: Exempt: Yes Hours: Varied Recruiter Contact: Please contact Savannah Stauffer at View email address on click.appcast.io for additional information.Histocompatibility Laboratory DirectorHERSHEY, PENNSYLVANIA (USA). Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State University College of Medicine are seeking an academic Histocompatibility Laboratory Director, non-tenure track, clinician-educator or clinician-scientist, open rank. Candidates with fellowship training, board certification, or substantial experience in histocompatibility, immunogenetics, transplant immunology, HLA testing, molecular diagnostics, or clinical laboratory medicine are of primary interest for this position. The successful candidate will practice at Hershey Medical Center and will provide medical and scientific leadership for the Histocompatibility Laboratory, including oversight of HLA typing, antibody testing, crossmatching, transplant-related consultative services, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, multidisciplinary collaboration, resident and fellow education, and collaborative clinical or translational research.Board certification or eligibility in Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology, Clinical Pathology, or another appropriate specialty is preferred. Candidates may be MD, DO or PhD and must be qualified or eligible to serve as director of a clinical histocompatibility laboratory and must meet applicable regulatory, accreditation, and institutional requirements for laboratory directorship. Eligibility for medical licensure in Pennsylvania is required for physician candidates. General clinical pathology service coverage will be required for MD or DO candidates. A competitive compensation plan, including a base salary, a generous incentive plan, and an excellent benefits package, are offered. The position does not offer J1 waiver or H1B sponsorship.We are a growing subspecialty practice at the quaternary care academic hub: the Hershey Medical Center, Cancer Institute, and Children’s Hospital. The successful candidate will join a strong, collegial department of 40 faculty members in Anatomic, Clinical, and Experimental Pathology and will contribute to the department’s clinical pathology, laboratory medicine, transplant immunology, and histocompatibility services. The department offers a fully accredited residency program with 16 positions and four ACGME-accredited fellowship programs. Faculty members participate actively, holding several leadership roles, in undergraduate and graduate medical education, as well as graduate school teaching. Support for collaborative and independent research, including intramural funding, professional development programs, and faculty mentoring, is provided.Hershey Medical Center lies in a particularly beautiful part of south-central PA with excellent schools, reasonable cost of living, easy commutes, and outstanding recreational opportunities. We are within 2 hours by car from major urban areas including Baltimore, DC, and Philadelphia. PSH firmly endorses a culture of respect and strongly supports diversity, equity, and belonging in its workplace.Applications will be accepted until the position is filled and should include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three individuals who could provide a reference. Interested applicants, please send CV and Cover Letter to Savannah Stauffer at View email address on click.appcast.io. Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EOE-AA-M/F/D/V.WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.Union: Non Bargained