Posted Dec 19, 2007

Clinical Hematopathologist, Moffitt-Long Hospital

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), Department of Laboratory Medicine is seeking a clinical Hematopathologist for the Moffitt-Long Clinical Bone Marrow and Hematology service. The position is at the Assistant Professor level in the Clinical series, which emphasizes strong commitment to clinical service and teaching. Research or other creative activities is an optional advantage. Applicants must hold either an M.D. or M.D. Ph.D. degree with eligibility for California medical licensure and board certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology or Clinical Pathology. Subspecialty board certification or eligibility in Hematopathology is also required, with one to two years of clinical fellowship training.

The successful candidate will be a member of a team of clinical pathologists that are responsible for the daily operations of the Moffitt-Long Hospital Bone Marrow and Hematology Laboratory. The Hematopathology service performs over 1500 bone marrow biopsy interpretations annually, primarily for diagnosis of leukemia and lymphoma. Candidates will also provide medical interpretation of blood smear diagnosis and work with the Pathology Department in interpretation of lymph node biopsy specimens. Expertise in use and interpretation of flow cytometry for diagnosis of blood-related disorders is also required. Demonstrated expertise in teaching (at both resident and medical student levels) is preferred. Development of translational and collaborative research projects in leukemia, lymphoma or hematology is a long-term goal of the position. Salary and title will be commensurate with the applicant's experience and training.

Submit CV and names of three references to Eberhard Fiebig, M.D., c/o Janice Jew, UCSF,185 Berry Street, Suite #290, Box 0134 , San Francisco, CA 94143-0134, closing date for applications January 31, 2008.

UCSF is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. The University undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for underutilized minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for Vietnam-era veterans and special disabled veterans.

UCSF seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community Service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment for diversity and excellence."