Medical Director of the Hemostasis - Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis
Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine
Department of Pathology & Immunology
Medical Director of Laboratory Hemostasis
The Department of Pathology & Immunology and the Division of Laboratory and Genomic Medicine (LGM) at Washington University School of Medicine (WUSM) in St. Louis are inviting applications for a Medical Director of the Hemostasis section of the Core Clinical laboratory at Barnes-Jewish Hospital (BJH) at the Assistant/Associate/Professor level.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated faculty member who will lead laboratory hemostasis (coagulation testing) within the LGM Division. Responsibilities include participation in medical director oversight of the hemostasis testing at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children’s Hospital, including test development, quality programs, and some interpretative reporting/sign out. The successful applicant will work closely with faculty in adult and pediatric Hematology and other clinical services. Training of pathology residents and fellows is an essential component of this position. Additional responsibilities will include education of hematology/oncology fellows, medical students, and medical technologists. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with experience.
Education and Expectations:
Candidates must possess a M.D. or D.O. A successful candidate will have experience in clinical and laboratory aspects of hemostasis, including provision of clinical consultations, validation and implementation of new laboratory methods, excellent interpersonal skills, enthusiasm for teaching, and a collaborative attitude. Board-certification or board-eligibility in Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine is highly desirable but not required. In addition, the individual is expected to participate in clinical, translational, or basic science research activities.
The Department:
The Department of Pathology & Immunology excels in basic and clinical research as well as delivery of outstanding surgical pathology and laboratory medicine services to our patients and colleagues. The Department has an ACGME accredited Anatomic and Clinical pathology residency program and multiple fellowships.
The Division:
The Division of Laboratory & Genomic Medicine in the Department of Pathology & Immunology is a fast-paced and dynamic home to faculty with diverse clinical and research interests, and has a long record of innovation, research, and scholarship. (https://pathology.wustl.edu/divisions/lgm/)
Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, personal statement of professional goals, and a list of three references to
Cara Lunn Shirai, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor Pathology & Immunology
Section Head Laboratory Hematology
Washington University School of Medicine
EMAIL: clunn@wustl.edu
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer:
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.