Company Overview

　　The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

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　　Job Description

　　The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Memorial Hospital for Cancer and Allied Diseases is recruiting for a Service Chief of Clinical Chemistry. The Clinical Chemistry Service currently consists of 4 clinical chemists, 1 manager and 1 assistant manager, 5 supervisors and 45 technologists, and supports the MSK system of Memorial Hospital and regional Labs. The Service supports a harmonized and standardized laboratory system consisting of four laboratory sites of varying size and complexity within Manhattan, and six regional sites located in New Jersey, Westchester, Long Island.

　　The Department and the Clinical Chemistry Service is committed to applied and translational research through active collaborations with internal and external scientists, clinicians, and industry experts to develop innovative laboratory methods and leverage advances in technology to improve patient care. Our faculty play a vital role in clinical research and clinical trials. MSK provides diverse educational opportunities to develop further the skills and ambition of our scientists, laboratory directors, laboratory managers, medical technologist, and technicians. The Clinical Chemistry Service also has an accredited COMACC fellowship programhttps://comacc.org/

　　Extensive experience in high complexity clinical lab/director functions in support of an academic medical center clinical services and translational programs is preferred. The successful candidate should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere, and a strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Candidates are expected to develop a research program based on translational and collaborative research in specialties aligned with clinical pathology.

　　RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Clinical: The position includes a clinical commitment to the Clinical Chemistry service at MSK. Even though the service is called: Clinical Chemistry, at MSK the service is composed of several distinct categories as per NYSDOH: Clinical Chemistry both Routine and Special Chemistry (e.g., Protein Electrophoresis, Cytokines), Blood pH and Gases, Clinical Toxicology, Diagnostic Immunology which includes serology

　　Endocrinology, Oncology: Molecular and Cellular Tumor Markers, Soluble Tumor Markers, Therapeutic Substance Monitoring/ Quant. Tox. The laboratory needs a leader that has knowledge in all these subspecialities. The individual will be responsible for mentoring, directing, instructing, and supervising attendings, fellows, managers, supervisors, and technologists providing diagnostic service, advising, and consulting with clinical teams.

　　Research : Development of a creative and productive research program in relevant fields of interest leading to publication of results in high quality, peer-reviewed scientific journals is a fundamental requirement of the position. Emphasis is on test method development relevant to cancer care. The successful applicant will obtain extramural funding and direct collaborative research with clinical colleagues across the institution. It is expected to develop collaborations with clinical staff to study and improve biomarker detection and analysis in cancer patients. Subspecialty training in method development and emerging modern technologies in the field of biomarkers is preferred.

　　Teaching : The candidate will be participating in the training of Clinical Chemistry and Lab Medicine fellows and clinical pathology residents through lectures, clinical supervision and mentorship as well teaching of laboratory technologists and supervisors.

　　Service : MSK has a system of shared governance. Active participation in committees, professional organizations, continuing education, and other appropriate outlets is required. The department has a faculty mentoring program in which participation is expected.

　　Requirements for the position include a board-certified MD, PhD, or MD/PhD clinical pathologist with a minimum of 10 years of experience in Clinical Chemistry and having obtained or having ability to obtain all relevant NYS COQ categories. Appointment to the rank of Associate member or higher (equivalent to Associate Professor) is expected, commensurate with experience. The position will report to the Chair, Department of Pathology and Lab Medicine.

　　Interested applicants should send CV and Letter of Interest describing personal area(s) of interest and career goals to: Esther Babady, PhD, D(ABMM), [email protected] ccValentina Salkow, Manager, Academic Recruitment, [email protected]

　　Expected salary range is $273,000-$490,000.Physician compensation is based on multiple variables. This range represents annual salary only and does not include supplemental performance-based pay or any one-time payments that eligible candidates may be offered at the time of hire. #LI-Onsite

　　Closing

　　MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status, or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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　　Hospital Faculty & Trainee Career Opportunities

　　Searchcurrent opportunities (https://facultytalent-mskcc.icims.com/jobs/search?ss=1&searchLocation=&searchCategory=&in_iframe=1&hashed=-435744324) below. To learn more about the role and apply, please click directly on the position title.

　　Job LocationsUSA-NY-New York

　　Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date2 months ago(1/9/2024 10:45 AM)

　　Requisition ID 2024-74757

　　Target Openings (Datafeed) 1

　　Category (Portal Searching) Faculty (MD/PhD)

　　Pay Range $273,000-$490,000