Pediatric Neuropathology Physician - Director - Washington, DC

Updated 9/12/26
20010, Washington, Washington DC, United States
Physician
Pathology-Neuropathology
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Job at a glance

Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Academic/Training Program Hospital
Visa Sponsorship No

Job description

Job description

We are seeking a Pediatric Neuropathologist for a permanent leadership position in Washington, DC. This is a dual appointment combining directorship of neuropathology services with a named endowed chair leading a molecular neuropathology research program. Please see below for more information.

  • Director of Neuropathology within the Division of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
  • Endowed Chair in Molecular Neuropathology, leading a research team studying the molecular basis of pediatric brain tumors
  • Academic appointment at the rank of Associate or full Professor, commensurate with experience and qualifications
  • Quaternary care academic pediatric hospital
  • Level I trauma center with cardiac and pediatric intensive care units

Job Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight of neuropathology services within the Division of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
Work with division faculty, the Division Chief, and oncology leadership to expand clinical diagnostic capability for neurological disorders, particularly molecularly based diagnostics
Lead a research team and program investigating the molecular basis of pediatric brain tumors
Collaborate with investigators and program leadership within an established pediatric brain tumor program to advance diagnosis and treatment of children with brain cancer
Teach and mentor trainees and junior faculty

Qualifications

MD or DO
Board certified or board eligible in Neuropathology, with completion of a fellowship or advanced training in Neuropathology
Prior successful grant funding in molecular biology, neuro-oncology, and neuropathology required
A record of academic publication in brain cancer required
District of Columbia medical license required; candidates who need to obtain licensure will be considered

Working Hours

For more information and to apply, please apply via the DocCafe link, or schedule time to speak with me via the calendar link below.

Calendar Link: https://www.doccafe.com/click/Bp9VW5xM

Look forward to speaking with you!

Richard Gallagher
Physician Recruiter | Aya Healthcare
[email protected]
P: 858.766.6696 | M: 714.884.2124
5930 Cornerstone Court West, Suite 300
San Diego, CA 92121
https://www.ayahealthcare.com/

Skills

Neuropathology | Pediatric Neuropathology | Molecular Neuropathology | Pathology | Neuro-Oncology | Pediatric Brain Tumors | Brain Cancer Research | Molecular Diagnostics | Endowed Chair | Director of Neuropathology | Academic Medicine | Translational Research
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