Open Rank of Pathology in Anatomic Pathology

The University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of New Mexico’s Department of Pathology, Division of Anatomic Pathology, seeks a highly motivated neuropathologist at open rank on the Clinician Educator track to support university-wide workforce expansion. Special consideration will be given to applicants willing to cover surgical pathology. Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and education. The position provides neurosurgical pathology services at a growing academic tertiary care center with a regional outside consultation service. Faculty participate in diagnostic and teaching activities involving residents, fellows, and medical students, and may take part in translational research if desired; research is not required for promotion. The role also engages with the NCI-designated UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center and includes collaboration with neuro-oncologists and neurosurgeons in a multidisciplinary tumor board. The position is based at the University of New Mexico Hospital, New Mexico’s only academic medical center and a Level-1 Trauma Center. The division partners with TriCore Reference Laboratory, has a fully staffed gross room supported by four Pathologist Assistants and residents, and does not require faculty grossing or autopsy coverage. Remote/digital frozen-section diagnostic capabilities allow many after-hours calls to be completed from home. Research opportunities include collaborations across the university, the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Human Tissue Repository, TriCore Research Institute, the NIH-funded clinical Translational Science Center, and Indica Labs’ HALO AI. The university describes a competitive schedule and pay, a six-year promotion cycle, and a strong commitment to work-life balance. Faculty are encouraged to develop professionally in a collaborative environment with opportunities for research and teaching.

Requirements

MD or equivalent.
Board certification or eligibility in Anatomic Pathology.
Submit a CV and a cover letter or letter of interest outlining education, training, and experience related to the qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Strong neuropathology skills.
Passion for or training in teaching residents and fellows in neuropathology.
Enthusiasm for teaching within the medical school curriculum.
Interest and/or experience in General Surgical Pathology.
Desire to engage in translational research related to neuropathology or surgical pathology.
Demonstrated commitment to understanding the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to serving local and global communities.

Responsibilities

Provide neurosurgical pathology services in an academic tertiary care center and regional outside consultation service.
Participate in diagnostic and teaching activities for residents, fellows, and medical students.
Collaborate with neuro-oncologists and neurosurgeons in a multidisciplinary tumor board.
Potentially cover surgical pathology, with special consideration for candidates willing to do so.
May participate in translational research activities; this is not required for promotion.
Engage with clinical services for the NCI-designated UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, basic life, and long-term disability coverage.
Retirement plans with significant employer contribution, including a choice between defined contribution and defined benefit plans; voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) plans are also available.
Medical liability coverage through the New Mexico Risk Management Division under the New Mexico Tort Claims Act.
Annual leave accrual of 21 days per year, up to a 252-hour maximum, plus 15 paid holidays.
Yearly renewing CME funds.
Accessible divisional research funds for interested faculty.
Optional paid research activities through TriCore Research Institute.
Relocation packages.
Tuition remission and dependent education programs.
Free access to a fully stocked on-site gym and a physician’s lounge with complimentary food and beverages.