Breast Pathology Faculty position at UPMC in Pittsburgh, PA

Job Description

Job Description

The Department of Pathology at our organization is seeking a breast pathologist for positions at the Assistant Professor level (1-5 years of experience), Associate Professor level (6-10 years of experience), or Professor level (10+ years of experience), available in both tenure and non-tenure tracks.

Key Highlights

• The Women's Pathology Division serves as the primary facility for women's health care, where all breast, gynecologic, placental/perinatal specimens, and gynecologic cytology are received and processed for diagnostic evaluation.
• Responsibilities will encompass the interpretation and reporting of breast and gynecologic surgical pathology, as well as potentially handling gynecologic cytology specimens (Pap tests).
• The division's faculty manage approximately 26,000 women's surgical pathology specimens and around 45,000 gynecologic cytology specimens annually.
• Clinical research within the division focuses on immunohistochemistry, gynecologic cytology, image analysis, and molecular techniques related to gynecologic and breast cancers, as well as perinatal pathology.
• There are opportunities to engage in basic research at our Research Institute by developing peer-reviewed funded research initiatives and collaborating with faculty involved in molecular biology, genomics, and proteomics.
• Participation in translational research projects is encouraged.
• Contribute to the department's quality assurance program.
• Teaching opportunities are available for medical students, pathology fellows, and residents.

What We Offer

• Compensation will be based on experience.
• The selected candidate will hold a full-time faculty position at the University and will also be part of our faculty practice plan.
• As a non-profit health system, we operate under an employed model, which is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• We provide a competitive compensation package with the potential for additional incentives.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance is included.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and continuing medical education (CME) days are offered.
• Employer-funded short and long-term disability coverage is provided.
• Group life insurance is available.
• Paid parental leave is included.
• Tuition assistance is available for the employee, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents.
• Occurrence-based malpractice insurance is covered.
• A 403(b) retirement plan with a 50% employer match, along with an employer-funded pension plan, allows participation in both.
• Visa sponsorship is available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications:

• Possession of an M.D. degree or equivalent.
• Eligibility to obtain a medical license in Pennsylvania.
• Completion of residency training in Anatomic Pathology.
• Experience or fellowship training in breast and gynecologic surgical pathology.
• Experience or fellowship training in cytopathology.

About Us

• We are a globally recognized, nonprofit healthcare provider and insurer dedicated to delivering outstanding, patient-centered care and community services.
• Based in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, we are at the forefront of health innovation through clinical advancements, research, and education.
• Committed to enhancing the well-being of diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in the state.
• Our workforce of 100,000, including over 5,000 physicians, serves patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient locations in Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, and internationally.
• Our insurance services cover over 4 million members, ensuring high-quality care at affordable prices.

Our Values

We are guided by shared values that shape our work and hold us accountable to one another. Our core values of Quality & Safety, Dignity & Respect, Caring & Listening, Responsibility & Integrity, Excellence & Innovation are essential in fostering a positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and the community.

Support for a Diverse Workplace

We recognize that talent and skills are enhanced by the diversity and cultural expertise our staff brings to the workplace. A diverse workforce at all levels enriches our organization, providing the knowledge, critical thinking, agility, and innovation necessary for a leading integrated healthcare system.

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like further details, please apply today.