Molecular Genetic Pathologist

Emory University

. Join the faculty of Emory University School of Medicine's Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine as a Molecular Genetic Pathologist .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeAtlanta • Georgia • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Molecular Genetic Pathology, including clinical molecular testing, next-generation sequencing, and the development of molecular diagnostic tests. Proven ability to supervise laboratory operations, ensure quality control, and contribute to academic activities.

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MD, DO, Or MD/PhDBoard-Certified In Clinical PathologyBoard-Certified In Molecular Genetic PathologyNext-Generation Sequencing (NGS)Bioinformatics

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Hard Skills

Molecular Diagnostic Tests DevelopmentClinical Molecular TestingQuality ControlQuality ImprovementMolecular Hematopathology TestingMolecular Microbiology TestingOncology Next-Generation Sequencing Tests

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsStrong Communication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Georgia Medical LicenseBoard-Certified In Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

Industry Keywords

Clinical Molecular Diagnostic LaboratoryAcademic Medical CenterScholarly AchievementsTeaching ExperiencePublication Record

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Join the faculty of Emory University School of Medicine's Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine as a Molecular Genetic Pathologist
Participate in clinical molecular testing for solid tumors and hematopoietic neoplasms
Contribute to a laboratory performing oncology next-generation sequencing tests, molecular hematopathology tests, and molecular microbiology testing
Develop new molecular diagnostic tests
Supervise and direct clinical molecular diagnostic laboratory operations
Oversee quality control and quality improvement
Participate in academic and teaching activities
Interact closely with anatomic and clinical pathology faculty, fellows, residents, and medical students
Establish academic contributions commensurate with credentials and accomplishments

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD, DO, or MD/PhD
Qualified to obtain a Georgia medical license
Board-certified in Clinical Pathology or in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
Board-certified or Board-eligible in Molecular Genetic Pathology at the time of appointment
In-depth experience in next-generation sequencing (NGS)
Expertise in Bioinformatics is highly beneficial
Experience and/or ability to develop new molecular diagnostic tests is preferred
Experience and/or ability to supervise and direct operations is preferred
Experience and/or ability to oversee quality control and quality improvement in a clinical molecular diagnostic laboratory is preferred
Strong organizational and communication skills
Experience practicing in an academic medical center
Recognized scholarly achievements, including teaching, are highly desirable
Established publication record is highly desirable
Cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names of three references required for application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Academic and teaching opportunities
Close interaction with anatomic and clinical pathology faculty, fellows, residents, and medical students
Academic rank commensurate with the individual's credentials and accomplishments
Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities