Assistant Professor/Associate Professor of Pathology and Cell Biology at CUMC

The Department of Pathology and Cell Biology seeks a clinical pathologist faculty position, serving as both:

1. Assistant Director of Hematology & Coagulation within the central academic laboratory, and
2. Assistant Director of Laboratory Medicine for two community practice locations, Westchester and The One.

This position offers a distinctive opportunity to contribute to high-complexity academic laboratory services while also supporting laboratory operations that directly impact patient care in key community settings. The ideal candidate will have strong diagnostic skills in hematology and coagulation, paired with interest and aptitude for system-level laboratory leadership. Training or experience in Transfusion Medicine is strongly preferred, as both community sites have active blood banks.

Responsibilities:

I. Assistant Director of Hematology & Coagulation (50%)

Clinical & Diagnostic Duties

• Provide expertise in the interpretation of hematology and coagulation studies, including complex coagulation evaluations (factor assays, thrombophilia testing, mixing studies, platelet function studies).
• Interpret results for hemoglobin variant testing, including hemoglobin electrophoresis, HPLC, and related assays.
• Participate in clinical case sign-out and consultation services in hematology and coagulation.
• Support quality assurance, proficiency testing, and compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

Scientific & Operational Leadership

• Assist in developing and validating new hematology and coagulation assays.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to guide test utilization and enhance diagnostic impact.
• Engage in scholarly activities, quality improvement initiatives, and translational efforts related to hematology and coagulation.

Education

• Teach residents, fellows, medical students, and laboratory professionals.
• Contribute to educational programs, case conferences, and interdisciplinary learning.

II. Assistant Director of Community Laboratory Medicine

Laboratory Oversight & Medical Direction

• Assist with medical leadership for general laboratory operations at NYPWestchester, The One, and other laboratory directorship support as needed including chemistry, hematology, microbiology, serology, point of care testing, and transfusion services.
• Ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, AABB, and institutional quality and regulatory standards.
• Support operational planning, workflow optimization, and quality initiatives across the two community laboratories.

Transfusion Medicine (Preferred)

• Assist with local blood bank operations and provide consultative services, including evaluation of transfusion reactions and review of antibody investigations.
• Participate in policies and practices related to blood utilization and patient blood management.

Clinical Engagement & Integration

• Serve as a clinical consultant for community-based practitioners.
• Support test selection, laboratory management, and optimization of services to meet local clinical needs.
• Work closely with system laboratory leadership to integrate workflows, platforms, and quality programs across community and academic sites.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• MD, DO, or equivalent doctoral degree.
• Board certification or board eligibility in Clinical Pathology (CP).
• Transfusion Medicine fellowship training or board certification is strongly preferred.

Minimum Skills Required:

• Expertise in hematology and coagulation test interpretation, including hemoglobinopathy diagnostics.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across academic and community settings.
• Demonstrated interest or experience in research and scholarly activity is preferred.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.