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OpenRank Faculty: Surgical Pathologist with Dermatopathology
Search Extension Until July 6, 2026
Hiring Department: Pathology
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1040832
Posting Close Date: Forfullest consideration, please submit a curriculum vitae,cover letter and names of three references by June 5, 2026.
Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $180,000 to $320,000. Salary iscompetitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while alsoconsidering internal equity.
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
PositionSummary
The Department ofPathology at theUniversity of Illinois at Chicago is seeking a full-time academicdermatopathologist to join our faculty serving as an expert consultant. Rank and tenure will be commensurate with thecandidate's experience, qualifications, and funding.
The Department of Pathology is among the country'sfastest-growing academic departments and is structured to provide a uniqueenvironment to foster the development of academic careers. UIC is the country's largest and most diversemedical school and ranks among the top colleges of medicine in the growth ofextramural grant funding. The University ofIllinois College of Medicine and Cook County Health, one of the largest publichealth systems in the country, have a multi-faceted collaborative partnership spanningmedical education, clinical care, and research.
This position will provide advanceddermatopathology expertise and collaboration with clinicians and basic scienceinvestigators. In addition, opportunities exist to participate in othersub-specialty pathology diagnostic services at the University of Illinois atChicago, depending on qualifications and interest.
Duties andResponsibilities
Clinical Service Responsibilities
Provide expert dermatopathology diagnostic services, including interpretation of skin biopsies, excisions, and complex consultations cases.
Clinical effort may be adjusted in consultation with leadership if additional time is needed for research or academic priorities.
Serve as a consultant for challenging dermatopathology cases, including inflammatory dermatoses, cutaneous neoplasms, and adnexal disorders.
Ensure accurate and timely case sign-out in compliance with CAP/CLIA standards.
Education and teaching responsibilities.
Lead didactic and case-based education for medical students, residents, and fellows in dermatopathology.
Participate in tumor boards, unknown conferences, and journal clubs.
Contribute to CME programs for pathologists, dermatologists, and trainees.
Assist in the selection and assessment of pathology trainees rotating through dermatopathology.
Scholarly and clinical investigation responsibilities.
Maintain an active program of translational and/or clinical research in dermatopathology, with a focus on advancing diagnostic, prognostic, or therapeutic understanding of skin diseases.
Collaborate with departmental and inter-departmental research teams within the medical center, including dermatology, oncology, and immunology.
Pursue external funding opportunities to support research initiatives in cutaneous pathology.
Supervise and mentor medical students, residents, fellows, and postdoctoral researchers in scholarly projects related to dermatopathology.
Guide trainees in research methodology, publications and presentations at academic conferences.
Develop partnerships with clinical dermatology, surgical oncology, and research faculty to promote multidisciplinary studies in cutaneous diseases.
Community & professional service.
Serve on hospital/ university committees and in professional societies (e.g. ASDP, USCAP).
Participate in grant review panels or editorial boards for dermatopathology journals.
Contribute to laboratory quality assurance and protocol development for skin pathology.
Perform additional duties as assigned by Department of Pathology leadership.
Other responsibilities
MinimumQualifications
Candidates must hold an MD, DO, MD/PhD, DO/PhD, or anequivalent medical degree, be eligible for a medical license in Illinois, andhave board certification in Anatomic Pathology (AP) or Anatomic and ClinicalPathology (AP/CP). Board eligibility or certification in dermatopathology ispreferred.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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