Academic Position: Anatomic and Clinical Pathology-Cardiovascular and Autopsy

This recruitment is part of a strategic expansion driven by continued growth across the IU Health system and goals that align with the strategic priorities of the IU School of Medicine and the IU Health Cardiovascular Institute. The Pathology team serves 10 hospitals within the IU Health Hospital network and Eskenazi Health. Anatomic pathology is currently comprised of 55 pathologists.

About the role

The successful candidate will contribute to a thriving pathology program that supports clinical excellence, education, and research. The Cardiovascular Pathology service will focus on evaluations for allograft rejection, myocarditis, cardiomyopathy, vasculitis, amyloidosis, degenerative aortic diseases, and valvular diseases, among others. Candidates will also be expected to participate in a subset of medical autopsy services. There are extensive opportunities for clinical and translational research in collaboration with The Cardiovascular Institute. The academic track and rank of the appointment will be determined by qualifications and level of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic services in cardiovascular pathology, including heart, valvular, and peripheral vascular specimens.
• Participate in the autopsy service, with a focus on complex cardiopulmonary cases.
• Contribute to quality improvement and interdisciplinary clinical initiatives.
• Provide on-call coverage and conference support with department faculty members.
• Conduct and support scholarly activities and collaborative research.
• Actively participate in educational activities with medical students, residents, and fellows.

Requirements

• Doctorate or Terminal degree is required.
• Certified by the American Board of Pathology in anatomic pathology or anatomic and clinical pathology.
• Fellowship training or substantial experience in cardiovascular pathology.
• A demonstrated expertise or strong interest in autopsy pathology.
• Qualified for licensure in the state of Indiana.

Benefits

Strong base salary that is not RVU-based; IUSM and IUHMG are committed to providing inclusive benefits for eligible employees and their families.

About the Institution

IUSM is committed to being a welcoming campus community and seeks candidates whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts contribute to robust learning and working environments for all students, staff, and faculty. The department is in a growth phase, backed by institutional financial support, with excellent retention practices and professional growth opportunities.

About the Department

• IUHPL is a 150,000-square-foot dedicated central laboratory building.
• First-class facilities serving as the centralized AP & CP testing facility for numerous IU Health hospitals and affiliated clinics, performing 15 million diagnostic tests annually.
• Environment that provides collaboration with a diverse cadre of subspecialized pathologists and clinical teams.
• An impressive diversity of cases processed through IUHPL central histology laboratory.
• Engaged in promoting innovation and excellence in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Strong support for translational research and clinical research activities.

About the Location

• Leading educational system and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population.
• Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world-class museums, zoo, concerts, and memorials.
• Named to U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 list of the best places to live in the United States.
• Top-ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" for twelve consecutive years.
• Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the most diverse counties in America, as well as one of the best cities to live in and buy a house in the country.
• Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living.
• Outdoor recreation includes golfing, boating, and unique parks.
• Home of the Colts (NFL), Fever (WNBA), Pacers (NBA), Indians (MiLB), Indianapolis 500 (IndyCar), and the nation's largest half marathon.
• Close proximity to Chicago, St. Louis, Louisville, and Cincinnati.