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UCLA Neuropathologist

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Position description

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at UCLA, Division of Anatomic Pathology, is searching for an outstanding MD or MD/PhD to serve as a neuropathologist. AP or AP/CP board certification is essential, and neuropathology fellowship training is preferred. An interest in neurodegeneration, with prior clinical and translational research experience and publications in neurodegeneration, is preferred. The appointment would be at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor and prior sign out experience is preferred.

The candidate will be responsible for signing out cases on the neuropathology service, including neuropathology frozen section coverage. The incumbent will be responsible for providing neuropathology leadership and support for clinical, translational and basic science research at UCLA in neurodegeneration. This will include working closely with faculty from other Departments, such as Neurology, Neurosurgery and basic science departments, separately or as part of activities of the UCLA Mary Easton Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. Along with other faculty in the Division, the candidate will be responsible for participating in conferences including tumor boards and will share responsibility for training residents and fellows. Creative contributions in clinical, educational or research projects is expected; UCLA offers a highly collaborative research environment that promotes interactions among faculty in the School of Medicine. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is an integral part of the vibrant UCLA research Enterprise and there are numerous opportunities to participate in clinical trials, translational research and basic research. To learn more about departmental research programs, please visit our web site at http://pathology.ucla.edu/default.cfm

Applicants should upload a letter describing previous accomplishments, clinical experience and research background, and curriculum vitae, to https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF004473. We welcome candidates whose expertise in teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.

Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. Compensation for the position is highly competitive and will be commensurate with experience.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter (Optional)

  • Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - An EDI Statement describes a faculty candidate’s past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion. To learn more about how UCLA thinks about contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, please review our Sample Guidance for Candidates and related EDI Statement FAQ document.

Reference requirements
  • 3 required (contact information only)