UNIV - Open Rank - Associate Laboratory Director, Clinical Chemistry and Immunology - Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Summary Join a team that’s Changing What’s Possible – The Medical University of South Carolina’s (MUSC) nationally recognized Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine seeks an academically-oriented individual to serve as a Lab Director of Clinical Chemistry and Immunology. MUSC is a tertiary care hospital with an integrated children’s hospital, active transplantation, a large cancer center, and an adult and pediatric Level I trauma center.

Our department has approximately $5 million dollars in extramural funding annually and is consistently ranked in the upper half of pathology departments in the United States for National Institutes of Health funding. Entity Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type​ Faculty Cost Center CC001006 COM PATH Laboratory Medicine CC Pay Rate Type Salary Pay Grade University-00

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Charleston, SC | Associate Laboratory Director, Clinical Chemistry and Immunology Join a team that’s Changing What’s Possible – The Medical University of South Carolina’s (MUSC) nationally recognized Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine seeks an academically-oriented individual to serve as a Lab Director of Clinical Chemistry and Immunology. MUSC is a tertiary care hospital with an integrated children’s hospital, active transplantation, a large cancer center, and an adult and pediatric Level I trauma center.

Our department has approximately $5 million dollars in extramural funding annually and is consistently ranked in the upper half of pathology departments in the United States for National Institutes of Health funding. We are seeking An academically oriented candidate with 1-2 years of post-fellowship experience; current fellow/recent graduates will be considered A candidate with a PhD, MD or DO, or MD/PhD degree, certified by the American Board of Medical Laboratory Immunology (ABMLI) / Diplomate in Medical Laboratory Immunology (DMLI), or the American Board of Pathology, or the American Board of Clinical Chemistry (ABCC) with an immunology focus, as applicable Eligibility for medical licensure in South Carolina if applicable Additional formal training, certification, and/or expertise in clinical chemistry or other related clinical pathology laboratory science (e.g. toxicology, clinical mass spectrometry, point of care, molecular immunology, HLA testing, flow cytometry) preferred Active participation in the oversight of laboratory testing quality Lead / participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of new laboratory assays and diagnostic approaches, including LDTs and emerging technologies Proficiency and participation in the interpretation of routine clinical immunology testing (SPEP, UPEP, IFE, IT, Hgb variants) Collaboration with quality and technical staff to monitor service performance and quality and facilitate timely interventions on any issues affecting operations Experience in fostering collaborative relationships with clinicians and researchers and resource to technologists at the bench and promoting appropriate utilization of specialized immunologic testing Participation in clinical and/or translational research endeavors Excellent communication skills, work ethic, and collaborative approach to patient care Active participation in teaching of medical students and training of pathology residents and fellows Active participation in the ComACC-accredited clinical chemistry fellowship training program Active participation in the academic mission of the Department MUSC Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Collaborative team composed of >60 faculty High quality training programs with 22 residents and 10-12 fellows, including a ComACC-accredited clinical chemistry fellowship CAP, AABB, ASHI, and FACT certifications and accreditations You will collaboratively support the Directors of the Clinical Chemistry Laboratory and Diagnostic Immunology Laboratory in terms of teaching activities, new assay validation and verification studies, accreditation activities, and participation in applicable research and/or industry grants.

Learn more about the Department: https://medicine.musc.edu/departments/pathology MUSC Offerings: Tenure track faculty position with academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications, expertise, and accomplishments Relocation assistance Excellent retirement options including a pension and optional tax deferred contributions Sovereign immunity malpractice coverage Charleston, SC , is frequently named one of the best places in America to live, and it is easy to see why.

This charming coastal city offers residents a unique mix of history, culture, arts, innovation, and natural beauty. In Charleston, you can explore miles of pristine beaches and waterways in the morning, and wind your way along shaded cobblestone streets, exploring centuries-old historic homes in the afternoon. At night, visit one of Charleston’s many award-winning restaurants to enjoy traditional Lowcountry cuisine prepared by world-class chefs.

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(Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile.

(Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces.

(Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations.

(Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions.

(Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted.

(Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted.

(Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance.

(Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction.

(Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent) If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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