Programmer Analyst Trainee Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

Join our esteemed healthcare team as a Clinical Chemistry Pathologist, where you will play a vital role in fulfilling our mission of delivering Life Changing Medicine through exceptional diagnostic services. This position allows you to work in a cutting-edge facility alongside a team of dedicated professionals focused on enhancing medical knowledge and improving patient care. The vibrant city of Pittsburgh offers a rich cultural landscape, making it an excellent environment for both career advancement and personal fulfillment.

• Be part of a department comprising 131 Pathologists, including 4 specialists in the clinical chemistry lab.
• Oversee the technical direction of clinical laboratories to ensure compliance with regulations and maintain high-quality patient test results within a multi-hospital clinical chemistry service.
• Provide on-call support, offering clinical consultations to physicians and healthcare providers regarding test results and their interpretations.
• Engage actively in educational initiatives within the division.
• Pursue research in basic, clinical, or translational fields.
• Conduct laboratory investigations and entrepreneurial projects, supported by previous achievements.
• Create and present educational materials for medical students, residents, fellows, and laboratory personnel in various teaching formats.
• Incorporate principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion into daily work practices.
• Participate in evaluating trainees and interviewing candidates.

• Academic rank, tenure, and salary will be aligned with your experience. You will hold a full-time faculty position at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and be part of the UPMC/UPP faculty practice plan.
• If you have an externally funded research program or plan to develop one, we provide transition or seed funding, along with necessary space and resources.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Occurrence-based malpractice insurance.
• Defined contribution plan and a 403b plan with employer matching.
• Relocation assistance of up to $10,000.
• Six weeks of vacation and funding of $4,110 for continuing medical education (CME).

• Experience in a large hospital-based clinical chemistry laboratory, providing technical direction in areas such as general chemistry, urinalysis, toxicology, therapeutic drug monitoring, immunopathology, and esoteric testing is advantageous.
• A strong academic background with effective communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation).
• Expertise in clinical laboratory quality management to ensure standardized practices across all testing phases (pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical).
• Knowledge of informatics and its application in Pathology is a plus.
• Board certification from a recognized agency (ABCC, NRCC(CC), CAP) is required.
• A Ph.D. or M.D. with board certification in Clinical Chemistry or a related specialty is necessary.
• If holding a Ph.D., certification or eligibility by the American Board of Clinical Chemistry, National Registry of Clinical Chemists, or CMS-approved boards is required.
• If holding an M.D., board certification or eligibility in clinical pathology by the American Board of Pathology is necessary.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Pennsylvania is mandatory.
• Positions available: Assistant Professor (1-5 years of experience) and Associate Professor (6-10 years of experience).

• All divisions within Laboratory Medicine prioritize service, research, and education.
• We are a $23 billion globally recognized healthcare provider and insurer.
• Our workforce includes 92,000 employees, among whom are 4,900 physicians.
• We operate over 40 academic, community, and specialty hospitals, along with more than 800 outpatient sites.
• We are pioneering innovative models of accountable, cost-effective, patient-centered care.
• We maintain a close affiliation with the University of Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh is a dynamic mid-sized city that offers the charm of a small town. Nestled in the southwestern part of Pennsylvania, it boasts a blend of urban diversity, historical sites, ethnic neighborhoods, a lively nightlife, and beautiful countryside, all framed by its iconic three rivers.

The city is home to renowned cultural institutions such as the Carnegie Museums, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory, and a vibrant cultural district. Major league sports teams, including the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates, add to the city's lively atmosphere.

Pittsburgh is recognized as a leader in medicine, education, healthcare, robotics, software engineering, and high-tech industries. It consistently ranks as one of the best places for families in the U.S., known for its affordability, livability, and safety.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering diversity through initiatives that promote inclusion, such as Employee Resource Groups and various programs aimed at supporting a diverse workforce.