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Buffkin / Baker

Forensic Pathologist

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Mecklenburg County Government Forensic Pathologist Who We Are Mecklenburg County Government is more ... NC medical license Salary & Benefits A competitive salary based on experience will be offered. The ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for forensics pathologist salary in the United States is $40.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.21 and $48.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectForensics PathologistMedical Examiner
Required CredentialsMedical degree, pathology certification, forensic pathology fellowshipMedical degree, pathology certification, forensic pathology fellowship
Work EnvironmentCrime labs, hospitals, morguesCoroner's offices, hospitals, morgues
Employer & IndustryLaw enforcement agencies, forensic labsGovernment agencies, hospitals

Both forensics pathologists and medical examiners require similar credentials and work in related environments. However, forensics pathologists often work in specialized forensic labs, while medical examiners are typically employed by government agencies overseeing death investigations. Salary differences may depend on location and experience, but their roles are closely aligned in the forensic and death investigation fields.

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Becoming a forensic pathologist typically requires about 13 to 15 years of education and training, including a bachelor's degree, four years of medical school, a residency in pathology, and a fellowship in forensic pathology. This extensive training ensures proficiency in autopsy procedures, pathology techniques, and legal aspects of forensic investigations.

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Securing a job as a forensic pathologist can be competitive due to the specialized training and certification required, including medical school, pathology residency, and forensic pathology fellowship. Strong analytical skills, experience with autopsies, and state licensure are essential, and job availability may vary by region and demand for forensic services.

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Forensic pathologists play a critical role in investigating deaths by performing autopsies and analyzing evidence, often working in medical examiner or coroner offices. The profession requires medical training, certification, and attention to detail, with salaries typically reflecting specialized skills and experience; it can be financially rewarding but also demanding and emotionally challenging.
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Forensic Pathologist

Charlotte, NC • On-site

Buffkin / Baker (Mecklenburg County (NC))
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Mecklenburg County Government

Forensic Pathologist

Who We Are

Mecklenburg County Government is more than just a place to work. The County provides an environment where you can touch and enrich life every day in countless ways. From helping families in need of protecting the public's health, working here means you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team providing services for a large metropolitan county with a diverse population and thriving business community. It's not just a place to work - for some, it's an opportunity to serve their neighbors and make a difference in our community. For others, the role they take on fulfills a lifelong pursuit in an area of study. Whatever the reason you choose to work for the County, there is an opportunity for personal growth, professional development, and to truly make a difference in people's lives.

Why Choose Us

Work Environment Excellent

Work in a busy, well-resourced medical examiner’s office connected to the NC OCME system, with advanced facilities, county and statewide support, and a strong team culture.

Caseload Variety

Serve three counties as one of a team of three FPs and the Chief. FY2025: ~607 autopsies (427 in Mecklenburg), 946 external exams; 23% homicides, 48% overdoses.

Location

Home to over 1.1 million residents and the City of Charlotte, Meck County lies in the heart of a region that is the sixth largest urban area in the US. The growth in Meck County bolsters the workforce, enriches the cultural landscape, and drives economic grow that makes us a community of pride and choice for people to live, learn, work, and recreate.

Job Requirements

  • MD/DO from accredited school with forensic pathology training
  • ABP board-certified or eligible in Anatomic & Forensic Pathology
  • NC medical license

Salary & Benefits

A competitive salary based on experience will be offered. The range for this position is $186,000–$270,000. A generous benefits package includes medical, dental, vision care, flexible spending accounts, short- and long-term disability as well as basic and supplemental term life insurance. The FP will also be automatically enrolled into the NC Local Government Retirement System upon employment. In addition, there is optional participation in one of two deferred compensation plans, a 457 Plan or 401(k) Plan with a 5% match from the County.

For more information, email Ken Carrick, Partner, or Janny DeLoache, Associate Partner, at: ForensicPathologist@buffkinbaker.com

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