Clinical Staff Pathologist (Part-Time)

Clinical Staff Pathologist (Part-Time) at Foundation Medicine, Inc. Clinical Staff Pathologist (Part-Time) at Foundation Medicine, Inc. in Morrisville, North Carolina Posted in 12 days ago.

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Foundation Medicine, Inc. Part Time About the Job The Clinical Staff Pathologist applies knowledge of pathology, diagnostic medicine, and molecular genomics in support of FMI's mission to transform cancer care. The Pathologist is involved in all aspects of FMI's laboratory operations as related to a specimen journey through the laboratory. The pathologist duties could include the review of both tissue, blood and/or bone marrow samples submitted for clinical testing and research studies in conjunction with accompanying documentation received to ensure appropriateness for, and optimization of, molecular testing. The Pathologist may also be responsible for review of next-generation sequencing results and approval of genomic reports across FMI's portfolio of assays. The Pathologist also provides internal and external support and subject matter expertise to laboratory operations staff as well as to clients in line with professional licensure and experience. This position is part-time (typically 24 hours per week on average) and may be assigned to work during any time that the laboratory is operational including evening and/or weekend hours. Key Responsibilities Participate in specimen review and optimization for all clinical, biopharma, and clinical trial testing performed at FMI including, but not limited to, FoundationOneCDx, FoundationOneHeme, and FoundationOneLiquid assays. Review Hematoxylin and Eosin stained slides or Wright-Giemsa stained blood or marrow aspirate smears and its accompanying documentation in order to (1) determine specimen adequacy, (2) assign a tumor type and tumor nuclear percentage, and (3) optimize sample handling as needed prior to next-generation sequencing. Function as an internal and external clinical consultant regarding the utility of Foundation Medicine assays including sample selection, test appropriateness, and interpretation of results. Support lab operations and client services staff to resolve issues and technical inquiries. Interact with the information technology teams to ensure appropriate functioning of software tools and integrity of clinical data and reports. Maintain availability to work during times that the laboratory is operational including evening and/or weekend hours. Qualifications Basic Qualifications Doctor of Medicine Degree Active State Medical Licensure of laboratory location Formal anatomic, clinical, and/or molecular pathology training American Board of Pathology

• Anatomic Pathology Certification (For Anatomic
• required) American Board of Pathology
• Molecular Genetic Pathology Certification (For Molecular-required) 2+ years of experience in diagnostic pathology, biomedical research, or biotechnology after completion of clinical training 2+ years of experience in diagnostic molecular pathology after completion of clinical training (For Molecular-required) Preferred Qualifications 3+ years of experience interpreting and signing out molecular genetic pathology reports 3+ years of experience evaluating histologic images Anatomic or clinical pathology subspecialty training and/or expertise in cancer biology, genomics, or clinical trials Strong history of achievement demonstrated by leadership activities, publications, presentations, or other activities Demonstrated history of cross-functional leadership and/or participation in cross-functional teams Demonstrated ability of meeting deadlines Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining a professional demeanor Ability to self-organize and operate effectively without day-to-day oversight, while staying tightly connected to key leaders and teams across the collaborations Collaboration skills and the ability to effectively communicate (written and oral) with internal and external team members on project activities Process-oriented, flexible mindset, and approach to creative problem solving Understanding of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the importance of patient data privacy Commitment to reflect FMI's values: innovation, patients, collaboration, and passion #LI-Onsite About Foundation Medicine Confidence, or the belief that we need to check every box before applying for a job, can sometimes hold us back from going after a role that inspires us.

At Foundation Medicine there's no such thing as the 'perfect' applicant, and our company is a place where every employee can make an impact and continue to grow whatever background they may have or path they may have taken. So, as long as you meet the basic qualifications for a role, please apply if you see a position that would make you excited to come into Foundation Medicine every day and help us transform cancer care. Foundation Medicine is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, age, or national origin. Further, qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also FMI's and and . If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing . (EOE/AAP Employer) Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI283913096