Director of Clinical Pathology

MD, US Until 8/23/2026 First posted April 19, 2025 Last posted April 19, 2025
Job description

Director of Clinical Pathology

A leading academic medical institution is seeking a dynamic and experienced pathologist to serve as Director of Clinical Pathology. The successful candidate will oversee clinical laboratory operations across multiple facilities, lead a team of section chiefs, and help advance a vision for integrated, value-based laboratory medicine.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Direct and manage all operations of the Clinical Pathology laboratories, including core hospital, outpatient, regional, and specialty labs.

  • Serve as CLIA Laboratory Director, ensuring regulatory compliance and CAP accreditation.

  • Lead a team of section chiefs (microbiology, molecular, transfusion, chemistry) and other medical directors.

  • Collaborate with clinical teams to support patient care through expert lab interpretation and consultation.

  • Mentor residents and fellows; participate in teaching and potentially research activities.

  • Advance strategic initiatives to expand and integrate clinical laboratory services.

Qualifications:

  • MD or MD/PhD with board certification in Clinical Pathology or Anatomic & Clinical Pathology.

  • Significant leadership experience in clinical pathology operations.

  • Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

  • Academic rank at the Associate Professor or Professor level preferred; exceptional Assistant Professors with leadership experience will be considered.

  • Demonstrated commitment to education and innovation in laboratory medicine.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a large, growing, and innovative clinical pathology service within a major academic health system.

About this role

Summary

Oversee clinical laboratory operations and lead a team of section chiefs.

Job title

Director of Clinical Pathology

Experience level

5+ years

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Located in MD, US; remote work not allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

MDboard certificationleadershiporganizational skillscommunication

Preferred skills

academic rankinnovationteaching

Specializations

clinical pathologylaboratory operationsleadershipeducationregulatory compliance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Maryland, USA

On-site State