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Physician - Surgical Pathologist/Cytopathologist

Deadline
Mar 04, 2027
Closing in 136 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Full time
Reference
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Posted Sep 08, 2026

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Job Title Physician - Surgical Pathologist/Cytopathologist

Requisition Number FE04827 Working Title Department Name 7H600:PATHOLOGY Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track Required Education MD, DO or equivalent Required Related Experience The faculty member must have:

  • M.D./D.O. or equivalent degree.
  • Board certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology.
  • Licensed in Kentucky.
  • Demonstrated ability in teaching students at all levels in an academic environment.
  • Knowledge of pathology and laboratory medicine practices in a variety of clinical, teaching and research environments.
  • Demonstrated interest and ability in scholarly activity evidenced by peer review publications and investigative experience.
  • Fellowship training or comparable experience in a surgical pathology subspecialty or cytology.
  • Required License/Registration/Certification

  • M.D./D.O. or equivalent degree.
  • Board certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology.
  • Job Summary The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Kentucky is recruiting a board certified surgical pathologist/cytopathologist. Fellowship training or experience in a surgical pathology subspecialty/cytopathology is preferred. The successful candidate would join as an Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Anatomic Pathology in an academic hospital-based practice and engage primarily in anatomic pathology subspecialty clinical service and teaching duties. Interested applicants are also encouraged to participate in an active research program appropriate to title series and rank. This open-rank position is available July 1, 2026 and job posting will remain open until the position is filled. The department (https: // medicine.uky.edu/departments/pathology)is an integrated department of pathology with successful programs in anatomic and clinical pathology, a vibrant educational program for medical students, residents and fellows as well as a nationally-recognized research program in neuropathology and research affiliations with the Markey Cancer Center. There is a strong institutional commitment to maintain and enhance research and clinical excellence within the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. This position affords an excellent career opportunity in a vibrant and growing academic healthcare center with six healthcare colleges. The university is located in Lexington, Kentucky, a family-friendly dynamic medium-sized city with excellent schools, housing, cultural opportunities and outdoor activities (https:// www. visitlex.com/). Upon offer of employment, successful applicants for certain positions must pass a pre-employment drug screen and undergo a national background check as required by University of Kentucky Human Resources. Applicants should include an up to date curriculum vitae and letter of interest. Questions may be directed to Amy S. Gewirtz, MD, Professor and Chair, via email: [email protected] Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply Open Until Filled Yes Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

    The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

    Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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  • Do you have an MD, DO or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Are you board certified in anatomic/clinical pathology?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Where did you first see this position advertised?
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  • Please provide additional details about how you first heard about this position.
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  • Curriculum Vita
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