GI Pathologist

Assistant Professor (CHS) in GI Surgical Pathology

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is recruiting for an academic GI surgical pathologist.

Our surgical pathology division operates under a subspecialty model with shared call and therefore general surgical pathology knowledge as well as specialty training/expertise in GI pathology will be required. The successful candidate will be appointed as a member of the department at the Assistant/Associate/Professor level (non-tenure track) and will have responsibilities in surgical pathology. In addition to routine Surgical Pathology work, the appointee will be given the opportunity to work closely with multi-specialty UW Comprehensive Cancer Center groups on collaborative clinical and translational research projects. The laboratory processes approximately 60,000 surgical specimens per year. The University of Wisconsin Medical Center is a tertiary care center with comprehensive programs in cancer and transplantation.

This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Applicants for this position will be considered for the following titles; Assistant Professor (CHS), Associate Professor (CHS), Professor (CHS). The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.

This vacancy is being announced simultaneously with JR#10001646; please note that only six total vacancies exist. Having two job postings allows the School of Medicine and Public Health to consider candidates on both the CHS and CT tracks.

Participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.

The academic GI pathologist will sign out surgical pathology cases, contribute to our teaching mission and collaborate on translational research projects.

Teach medical students, residents, and fellows.

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is dedicated to the highest quality patient care, cutting-edge and impactful research, and teaching the next generation of pathologists and scientists. We emphasize a healthy work-life balance and provide a supportive work environment committed to the growth and advancement of our members. Our vibrant clinical department integrates anatomic pathology, laboratory medicine, teaching, and a robust research enterprise, and serves the UW, American Family Children's, VA, and other Madison hospitals. Our basic science and translational research programs have made fundamental discoveries in cell and stem cell biology, immunology, neuroscience, and infectious disease. Opportunities in education include a T32-funded PhD graduate program, pathology resident and fellowship programs, and both medical school and undergraduate curricula.

Madison, often rated as one of the best places to live in America, is built on an isthmus, surrounded by lakes. The city, campus, green spaces and urban areas are blended to create a place unlike any other.

Negotiable, 12 month. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage and the SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer.

General surgical pathology with subspecialty training/expertise in GI surgical pathology required. Unrestricted WI Medical License required by start date. Board eligible or board certified in anatomic pathology (AP) or combination of anatomic pathology and clinical pathology (AP/CP) by the American Board of Pathology (ABP).

For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on CHS Track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the CHS Track.

MD or DO or equivalent

Click the "Apply" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents: Cover Letter, Resume, List of contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. Applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The deadline for assuring full consideration is September 1, 2025; however, the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled.

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