Pathology Professor

Professor Job Description

Requirements: 

Must be anPhD, M.D or D.O. who is Board Certified or Board eligible.  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Research Activity

• Increase research funding to Department from NIH and other government and non-government sources

• Perform research that createsnew and adds to known knowledge inresearchersarea of interest, including the advancement of new theories and principles.

• Integrate scientific integrity, ethics and transparency in all research activities.

• Expansion and interpretation of existing ideas, theories, and principles. 

• Application of knowledge, especially in new settings.

• Open dissemination and professional peer review are essential features of research productivity. 

• Ability to communicatewell to a diverse professional work force.

Basic Requirements

• Experience with methods, tools and measurements for quality improvement to improve work processes using a team-based model.

• Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards of JCAHO, CAP and CLIA.

• Ability to work independently and make reliable recommendations and diagnoses as definitive in the care and treatment of patients.

• Knowledge of all hospital and service procedures and policies regarding hazardous material management, biohazard exposure and the use of universal precaution.

• Relevant experience with IRB requirements for handling of clinical samples and cohorts

Job Responsibilities (Include But Not Limited To):

• Participate in educational activities of pathology residents and fellows.

• Participate in educational activities of medical students.

• Serve as a mentor for graduate and medical students, residents, fellowsand  faculty who are interested in or pursue basic/clinical or applied research.

• Collaborate with other investigators throughout the University

• Participate in Department of Pathology hospital committees and working groups.

• Maintain high standards of professional services so that the Department of Pathology will maintain the JCAHO/CAP/CLIA accreditation.

• Maintain NIH funded research program focused on HIV/AIDS

• Participate in Medical School committees related to CFAR missions, research mentoring and clinical studies.