Section Director of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (Cleveland)

The Department of Pathology of UHCMC / CWRU in Cleveland, Ohio seeks a clinical pathologist or

PhD scientist with expertise in clinical histocompatibility testing to serve as Section Director of

Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics. At UHCMC, the ASHI-accredited Histocompatibility and

Immunogenetics Laboratory (HIL) supports adult and pediatric organ transplant programs

including kidney, pancreas, liver, heart, and lung as well as hematopoietic cell transplant programs

for adults and children. The clinical transplant service lines are focused on continuous growth and

programmatic expansion with an approximate 320 organ allografts anticipated in 2025.

The Section Director will lead a team comprised of Histocompatibility Directors and laboratory

testing personnel to ensure the laboratory provides high-quality services and consultation for all

HLA-related testing including support of both hematopoietic and solid organ transplantation

programs. The ideal candidate will work to maintain the quality of current laboratory tests, expand

the test menu as clinically necessary, participate in clinical conferences, and assist in on-call service.

The successful candidate will be expected to support trainee and faculty development in

histocompatibility and immunogenetics through collaboration and teaching. Applicants with

interests in basic, translational and / or clinical research are highly encouraged to apply.

Opportunities exist for research efforts based upon the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Candidates must hold an MD, DO and / or PhD (or equivalent) degree and be eligible for an

unrestricted Ohio medical license if holding an MD or DO. Previous experience in Immunology is

required. ASHI director certification or completion of an ASHI director training program are

required.

Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Send curriculum

vitae, a statement of career goals and names of three references to

charnika.wright@uhhospitals.org. UH and CWRU are committed to Equal Opportunity and

Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with

disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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