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VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology

 

     FACULTY POSITIONS   

Immunology Faculty Search
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

The Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level (PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalents). Within the search focus on immunology, areas of particular interest include but are not limited to immune responses to microbes and the interplay between immune system and major inflammation-related diseases such as cancer, atherosclerosis, and metabolic disorders.  Successful candidates will be expected to establish and maintain an independent research program and participate in teaching of graduate and medical students.  Candidates should have substantial post-graduate training highlighted by peer-reviewed publications that demonstrate research productivity and excellence. 

Vanderbilt University Medical Center, located on the Vanderbilt University campus, is home to internationally recognized programs in proteomics, structural biology, imaging science, bioinformatics, pharmacology, drug discovery, inflammation, and vaccines.  The School consistently ranks in the Top 20 US Medical Schools and provides outstanding opportunities for scholarship and cross-disciplinary collaborations.

The Vanderbilt University campus is a National Arboretum located in the heart of Nashville, the capital of Tennessee.  Known as “Music City USA”, Nashville is home to professional sports teams, the Nashville Symphony, the Frist Center for the Visual Arts, and numerous outdoors activities; it is a great place to live and raise a family while doing ground-breaking research and teaching outstanding students at all levels.

Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a statement of current and future research interests, and three letters of recommendation to: Search Committee, c/o Helen Chomicki, Dept. of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Room A-5301, Medical Center North, 1161 21st Ave. S., Nashville, TN 37232.  Inquiries, applications, and recommendation letters can be directed via email to Helen.Chomicki@vanderbilt.edu.

Vanderbilt University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

 Academic Surgical Pathologist
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
 

The Department of Pathology at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine seeks an academic surgical pathologist who is board certified or eligible in Anatomic Pathology and eligible for medical licensure in the state of Tennessee.  Subspecialty interest or expertise is desirable, although not required, particularly in the areas of gastrointestinal, breast, and/or melanoma pathology.  Appointments are at open rank depending on the level of expertise of candidates.  Clinical and translational research opportunities are abundant.  Vanderbilt University Medical Center and the Monroe Carell Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt University are experiencing expansion in many areas with a top 20 cancer center, multifaceted organ and stem cell transplant programs, and expansion of educational programs, clinical and translational research, and basic science programs.  This is an exciting period of growth for the pathology department. 
 
Located in the heart Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University is one of the nation’s leading research and teaching institutions with undergraduate medical programs contiguous on the same campus. Nashville, the capital of Tennessee, is a growing cosmopolitan area with a population exceeding 1 million, diverse entertainment, excellent schools, and ready access to outdoor activities. 
 
For additional information regarding the department and the hospitals see:
 
  • Department of Pathology: http://www.medschool.mc.vanderbilt.edu 

  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center: http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu 

  • Vanderbilt University: http://www.vanderbilt.edu 
     
    Applicants are requested to send a C.V., a list of at least 3 references, and a letter of interest to:
     
    Cheryl M. Coffin, M.D.
    Vice Chair and Goodpasture Professor of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology
    Executive Medical Director of Anatomic Pathology
    Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
    Vanderbilt University Medical Center
    C-3324 MCN
    1161 21st Avenue South
    Nashville, TN 37232-2561
     
    -Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-
      
  


Position in Advanced Laboratory Diagnostics 

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

 

The Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level (PhD, MD, MD/PhD) for an individual to develop and lead a new program in advanced laboratory diagnostics .  Successful candidates will also be expected to establish and maintain an independent, extramurally funded research program and participate in teaching of graduate and medical students.  Candidates should have substantial post-graduate training highlighted by peer-reviewed publications that demonstrate research productivity.  AP and/or CP certification is required.

 

Vanderbilt University Medical Center, located on the Vanderbilt University campus, is home to internationally recognized programs in bioinformatics, drug discovery, global health, inflammation, imaging science, pharmacology, proteomics, and vaccine science.  The School consistently ranks in the Top 20 US Medical Schools and provides outstanding opportunities for scholarship, collaboration, and teaching. 

 

The Vanderbilt University campus is a National Arboretum located in the heart of Nashville, the capital of Tennessee.  Known internationally as “Music City USA”, Nashville is also the home to professional sports teams, the Nashville Symphony, the Frist Center for the Visual Arts, and numerous activities for outdoor enthusiasts.  Nashville, Tennessee is a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.

 

Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a statement of current and future research interests, and three letters of recommendation to: Samuel A. Santoro, M.D., Ph.D., Chair, Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Room C-3322, Medical Center North, 1161 21st Ave. S., Nashville, TN 37232.  Inquiries, applications, and recommendation letters can be directed via email to:

samuel.santoro@vanderbilt.edu.

 

Vanderbilt University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

 

 

 

Bacterial Pathogenesis Faculty Position

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

 

The Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in bacterial pathogenesis at the Assistant Professor level (PhD, MD, MD/PhD).  Successful candidates will be expected to establish and maintain an independent research program and participate in teaching of graduate and medical students.  Candidates should have substantial post-graduate training highlighted by peer-reviewed publications that demonstrate research productivity.

 

Vanderbilt University Medical Center, located on the Vanderbilt University campus, is home to internationally recognized programs in bioinformatics, drug discovery, global health, inflammation, imaging science, pharmacology, proteomics, and vaccine science.  The School consistently ranks in the Top 20 US Medical Schools and provides outstanding opportunities for scholarship, collaboration, and teaching. 

 

The Vanderbilt University campus is a National Arboretum located in the heart of Nashville, the capital of Tennessee.  Known internationally as “Music City USA”, Nashville is also the home to professional sports teams, the Nashville Symphony, the Frist Center for the Visual Arts, and numerous activities for outdoor enthusiasts.  Nashville, Tennessee is a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.

 

Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a statement of current and future research interests, and three letters of recommendation to: Eric Skaar, Ph.D., Director, Program in Microbial Pathogenesis, Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Room A-5102, Medical Center North, 1161 21st Ave. S., Nashville, TN 37232.  Inquiries, applications, and recommendation letters can be directed via email to:

 

eric.skaar@vanderbilt.edu. 

 

Vanderbilt University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

 Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

 

 

 
 
 
Neuropathology Faculty Position
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
 

The Division of Neuropathology in the Department of Pathology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN seeks a full-time, board certified/board eligible, Academic Neuropathologist at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor. Applicants should have M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree(s) and be qualified for appointment to a faculty position and licensure in the state of Tennessee. Candidates should have a record of creative and scientific productivity commensurate with the development of a productive, independent or collaborative research program in basic, clinical or translational science. Clinical duties will comprise shared diagnostic responsibilities for neurosurgical and autopsy neuropathology. Teaching activities will include participation in the Neuropathology Fellowship Program and Anatomic Pathology Residency Program. Vanderbilt University Medical School is among the top 10 U.S. medical schools for NIH funding. U.S. News and World Report listed Vanderbilt Medical Center on its 2009 "Honor Roll" of hospitals.  Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center has been one of a select few National Cancer Institute-designated cancer centers since 1995 and one of only 40 achieving the NCI’s highest distinction, as a Comprehensive Cancer Center, since 2001. Nashville is a growing cosmopolitan area with a population exceeding 1 million, diverse entertainment, excellent schools, and ready access to outdoor activities. For additional information regarding the department and the hospitals see: 

 

Department of Pathology: http://www.medschool.mc.vanderbilt.edu

Vanderbilt University Medical Center: http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu

Vanderbilt University: http://www.vanderbilt.edu

 

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, a list of at least 3 references and curriculum vitae to:

Ty W. Abel, M.D., Ph.D.,

Division of Neuropathology,

c/o Shawn Johnson,

Vanderbilt University Medical Center, C-2318 MCN,

Nashville, TN, 37232-2561

or to

shawn.j.johnson@vanderbilt.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

-Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-
 
                                     
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
  
Fellowship In Renal Pathology
 
The Division of Renal Pathology/Electron Microscopy in the Department of Pathology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee offers a fellowship in renal pathology starting July 1, 2009. Either a one-year fellowship with clinical focus, or a two-year fellowship with clinical experience and in depth clinicopathologic or basic research are available.
 
The fellowship is under the direction of Agnes Fogo, MD, Professor of Pathology at Vanderbilt. Gilbert Moeckel, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Pathology, is a faculty member of the Division of Renal Pathology who will participate actively in the fellow’s training. The fellow will be directly involved in the diagnostic evaluation of all renal biopsies received annually by the Renal Pathology Laboratory at Vanderbilt. These cases represent largely native (70%) as well as transplant (30%) renal biopsies, with both adult and pediatric cases. Current volume is about 720 cases/year; of which 70% are consult cases from outside hospitals in the region. University Medical Center
 
The fellow will be expected to work independently in preparing cases for sign out by the faculty, using light, immunofluorescence and electron microscopy. Fellows will also: present cases at clinical conferences, held jointly with the Nephrology and Renal Transplant Divisions, have ample exposure to clinical teaching conferences, will actively participate in teaching renal pathology to medical students, residents and nephrology fellows, and attend weekly departmental surgical pathology slide conferences. Fellows are expected to submit clinical case reports for publication to the American Journal of Kidney Diseases, where Dr. Fogo serves as Pathology Editor. Fellows are encouraged and funds are available to attend a yearly scientific meeting during their training.
 
Applicants should have a minimum of two years training in AP or three years in AP/CP.
 
Address correspondence with CV to:
 
 Agnes Fogo, MD, Director
Division of Renal Pathology/Electron Microscopy
Department of Pathology
C-3310 Medical Center North
21st Ave South, NashvilleTN 37232-2561
 
or via e-mail at Agnes.Fogo@vanderbilt.edu.
  
 Fellowship in Surgical Pathology/Cytopathology
 

Vanderbilt University

Department of Pathology

Nashville, Tennessee

 
 The Department of Pathology at Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee, offers a one year fellowship in surgical pathology and cytopathology.  The program provides strong curriculum in surgical pathology, cytopathology, breast consultation pathology, and subspecialty areas of surgical pathology.  There are five fellows per year.  Clinical and translational research opportunities are available.

 

The faculty includes 20 anatomic pathologists and separate divisions of renal pathology, hematopathology, and neuropathology.  There are more than 35,000 surgical pathology cases and 20,000 cytologies (mainly non-gynecologic cytopathology) per year.  Subspecialty expertise includes breast pathology, gynecologic pathology, genitourinary pathology, pulmonary pathology, soft tissue pathology, pediatric pathology, neuropathology, muscle pathology, and gastrointestinal pathology. 

 

Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital are experiencing expansion in many areas with a top 20 cancer center, multifaceted organ and stem cell transplant programs and expansion of educational programs, clinical and translational research and basic science programs.  This is an exciting period of growth for the pathology department.  Located in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University is one of the nation’s leading research and teaching institutions with undergraduate medical program contiguous on the same campus.  Nashville, the capital of Tennessee, is a growing cosmopolitan area with a population exceeding 1 million, diverse entertainment, excellent schools and ready access to outdoor activities.

 

An online application is available at:

http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/root/pdfs/gme/hsapplic.doc

Please provide three letters of recommendation.

 

For additional information, please contact:

Cheryl M. Coffin, M.D.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

1161 21st Avenue South

MCN C-3324

Nashville, TN 37232-2561

cheryl.coffin@vanderbilt.edu

Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
 
   
   POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS
Vanderbilt University Medical Center  
 Blood Coagulation Enzymology 
 
A Postdoctoral Research position is available to investigate the mechanisms and regulation of blood coagulation and fibrinolysis reactions with protein chemistry, enzyme kinetics, and fluorescence spectroscopy approaches.  Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents.  Interested individuals who are recent Ph.D. degree graduates in biochemistry, biophysics, chemistry, or biology should send a copy of their curriculum vitae and arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent to:
 
Dr. Paul E. Bock
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Department of Pathology
C-3321A Medical Center North
Nashville, TN 37232-2561
Tel. (615)343-9863
 
-Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-
 
Postdoctoral Fellow
 
Our laboratory studies adult stem cells in the context of wound and cardiac regeneration. Projects include understanding the role of wnt and bmp pathways in stem cell maintenance and study of sFRP2 and its affect on vascularity and stem cell engraftment. Candidates must have strong skills in molecular biology.  References required.
 
Director, Transfusion Medicine
Assistant Professor of Pathology and
Internal Medicine
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Director of the Blood Bank
Middle Tennessee Valley VA Medical Center
 
Address:
Department of Pathology
1161 21st Avenue South
C3321A MCN
Nashville, TN 37232
 
Office: (615)936-1098
Fax: (615) 343-7023
 
-Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-

Postdoctoral Position

 A postdoctoral position is available to study the role of microsomal triglyceride transfer protein (MTP) in lipid droplet formation and maturation in adipocytes.  The studies utilize both cell-based and in vivo models, incorporating molecular, biochemical, and microscopic approaches.  Candidates should have Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent, should be curious and highly motivated, and enjoy working with others in a team setting.  Experience in molecular biology, cell biology, and microscopy is preferred.

 

Interested candidates should email a copy of their CV and the names of three references to larry.swift@vanderbilt.edu.