FACULTY POSITIONS
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 genitourinary/prostate, breast, and gastrointestinal 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:
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 Professor of Pathology
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-
Clinical Veterinarian, Division of Animal Care
Department of Pathology, Division of Comparative Medicine
Position. The Vanderbilt University Medical Center Division of Animal Care (DAC) is currently seeking a motivated individual for the position of Clinical Laboratory Animal Veterinarian. Responsibilities will include: Provision of medical and surgical care to a large and diverse population of animal species (the majority of which are rodents); Participation in protocol review to maintain conformance to accepted veterinary practices and regulations; Provision of formal and informal training for animal care and research staff utilizing appropriate care and use of research animals; Colony health monitoring; Insuring compliance with all state and federal rules, regulations and guidelines; and Participation in the design and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures for the animal care program.
Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC). Located in Nashville, Tennessee, VUMC is a premier research institution internationally recognized for its leadership and innovation in the biomedical and biological sciences. VUMC is a multi-species AAALAC International accredited facility. The successful applicant will join a team of 6 veterinarians and 8 veterinary technicians.
Qualifications. Applicants must have strong clinical and surgical skills, an interest in teaching and training, along with research experience. The ability to interact positively with colleagues, scientific investigators and staff members is essential. A DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited school, license to practice in at least one state, and ACLAM board eligibility or 5 years of experience in laboratory animal medicine are required; ACLAM board certification or completion of a training program in laboratory animal medicine is preferred. Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills are necessary. Previous non-human primate experience is preferred. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Applicants should submit a letter of intent, Curriculum Vitae and the names and addresses of three references to:
Ken Salleng, DVM
Associate Director, Division of Animal Care
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
AA-6206 Medical Center North
Nashville, Tennessee 37232-2130
-Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-
Director of Surgical Pathology
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
The Department of Pathology at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine invites applications for Director of Surgical Pathology. The success will provide leadership in diagnostic surgical pathology and surgical pathology education in a growing, energetic, academic department. The Division of Anatomic Pathology has 20 faculty members and five surgical pathology fellows per year. A subspecialty interest or expertise is desirable, although not required. A strong record of scholarly accomplishment and collaborative administrative skills is important. The appointment is at open rank depending on the level of expertise and background of the candidate. Clinical and translational research opportunities are abundant and Vanderbilt has many core research facilities available for clinical and translational research.
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.
Goodpasture Professor of Investigative Pathology
Executive Medical Director of Anatomic Pathology and Vice Chair of Pathology
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
C-3324 MCN
Nashville, TN 37232-2561
-Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-
Neuropathologist
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
The Department of Pathology at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine is reopening our search for a board-certified or board-eligible neuropathologist to fill an Assistant Professor position. Vanderbilt has an active neurosurgical and neurosciences environment with great opportunities for academic growth in the Neuropathology Division. Material for diagnosis and teaching are derived from neuro-oncology cases at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and our newly opened Children's Hospital, an active Pituitary Center, hospital and forensic autopsy services, a strong neuromuscular group, and neurosurgical/neuromuscular consultation cases. Successful candidates are expected to have an active role in undergraduate medical education and resident/neuropathology fellow training and to develop a vigorous independent or collaborative research program. This is an exciting period of growth within the Vanderbilt Pathology Department in a newly reorganized Neuropathology Division. Located in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, a growing city with a metropolitan population of over one million, Vanderbilt University is one of the nation's leading research and teaching institutions with a highly ranked Cancer and active expansion in the clinical and basic neurosciences. Center University Medical Center
Please send curriculum vitae, letter of introduction, names and addresses of three references to:
Mark W. Becher, M.D.
Director, Division of Neuropathology
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
C2318 MCN
Nashville, TN 37232-2561
-Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-
Positions in Investigative Pathology
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
The Department of Pathology at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine continues the expansion of its efforts in investigative pathology. Two additional positions are now available for highly qualified individuals. Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and academic accomplishment.
Applicants should hold the M.D. and/or Ph.D. Candidates for assistant professor appointments should have completed productive post-doctoral training and show promise as independent, extramurally-funded investigators. Candidates for senior level appointments must have established records of significant scientific accomplishment and extramural research support.
Applicants with interests in vascular biology or tumor cell biology, especially with regard to the role of extracellular matrix or adhesion receptors are encouraged to apply.
However, excellence of the scientific program is more important than the specific area of research. Opportunity exists for limited clinical service in anatomic pathology or laboratory medicine for individuals with appropriate training and expertise.
Interested applicants should respond with a CV, three letters of reference and a statement of research interests to:
Samuel A. Santoro, M.D., Ph.D.
Dorothy B. and Theodore R. Austin Professor and Chair
Department of Pathology, C-3322 MCN
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Nashville, TN 37232-2561
Dorothy B. and Theodore R. Austin Professor and Chair
Department of Pathology, C-3322 MCN
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Nashville, TN 37232-2561
-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
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 21 anatomic pathologists and separate divisions of renal pathology, hematopathology, and neuropathology. There are 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:
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
Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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
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
