Pediatric Neuropathologist

Job Description

Job Description

Pediatric Neuropathologist

Our organization is on the lookout for a Pediatric Neuropathologist to join the expanding Division of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, which currently comprises 18 faculty members within a well-regarded pediatric healthcare system. The ideal candidate will bring specialized knowledge in pediatric neuropathology and contribute to a collaborative environment focused on enhancing pediatric patient care, education, and research.

The selected individual will take on the role of a clinical attending in pediatric neuropathology, supporting a dynamic pathology service that assesses over 200 neurological cases and nearly 500 neuropathology specimens each year. Key clinical duties will involve the interpretation of pediatric central nervous system tumors, neuromuscular pathology specimens, epilepsy-related resections, and various complex neuropathological conditions. This position offers the chance to work closely with esteemed pediatric neurosciences and neuro-oncology programs, including multidisciplinary initiatives in pediatric brain tumors, epilepsy surgery, neuromuscular diseases, neurogenetics, and developmental neuroscience.

Our organization has established a robust partnership with a leading neurological institute, providing exceptional opportunities for collaboration in clinical care, translational research, and education within the broader Phoenix academic medical community. The successful candidate will engage with pediatric neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, oncologists, and physician-scientists involved in advanced neuro-oncology, precision medicine, molecular diagnostics, and investigational therapeutics. The academic environment in Phoenix is enriched by collaborations among various institutions, fostering a vibrant ecosystem for neuroscience research and innovation.

This role offers unique customization possibilities based on the candidate's experience and interests. Applicants may choose to concentrate primarily on pediatric neuropathology or broaden their focus to include adult neuropathology and pediatric surgical pathology. The position presents numerous opportunities for teaching, translational and clinical research, biobanking, molecular neuropathology initiatives, program development, and leadership within the Division of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. Those with interests in pediatric neuro-oncology, molecular diagnostics, digital pathology, AI-enabled image analysis, or neuroscience-focused translational research will find ample opportunities for collaboration and professional growth.

Faculty appointments with affiliated medical schools are encouraged, and the rank will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications.

Qualified candidates should hold an MD or DO degree and be board certified or board eligible in Anatomic Pathology and Neuropathology. Completion of a fellowship in Neuropathology is mandatory, with a preference for additional expertise in pediatric neuropathology. Fellowship training in pediatric pathology is advantageous but not essential. Candidates must be licensed or eligible for licensure in Arizona. Strong diagnostic abilities, excellent interpersonal communication skills, and the capacity to work effectively with multidisciplinary clinical teams, trainees, and researchers are crucial.

About Our Organization

Recognized nationally as a leading provider of pediatric medical care, research, and education, our organization serves the fourth-largest pediatric market in the fifth-largest city in the United States, covering the Phoenix/Scottsdale/Tempe metropolitan area and beyond. We are rapidly expanding to improve patient access, including multiple outpatient facilities and the planned opening of additional satellite hospitals across the region.

Our main campus, located in central Phoenix, is a comprehensive, freestanding tertiary medical center with over 500 licensed beds, contributing to more than 650 beds across the healthcare system. It features Arizona's only Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and offers a wide array of pediatric specialty services, including neurosciences, orthopedics, cardiovascular medicine, neonatology, and oncology. Our organization employs over 8,000 staff members, including more than 900 physicians and advanced practice providers.

As a teaching hospital, we are dedicated to training the next generation of pediatric healthcare providers through residency programs and fellowships, and we actively engage in clinical research, allocating approximately $10 million annually to support research initiatives. Our organization is the only children's hospital in Arizona recognized by U.S. News & World Report Best Children's Hospitals and consistently ranks among Becker's Hospital Review's Top Places to Work in Healthcare.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their inquiries along with a CV, a cover letter detailing their clinical and research interests, and three references.