Assistant Professor or Associate Professor - Research

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR or ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR - RESEARCH

Position Title:

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR or ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR - RESEARCH

The LSU Cancer Center is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Ph.D., M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. level scientist to serve as the Director of the Digital Histopathology Core (DHC). The DHC will primarily support Biorepository Core(s) activities and collaborate closely with clinical and translational investigators to develop, optimize, and implement high-quality, cutting‑edge histopathological platforms in support of research studies and clinical trials.

The successful Core Director candidate will bring deep expertise in histopathology, oncologic pathology, and cancer medical biology. They will have familiarity with the use, application, and operational maintenance of imaging tools including tissue processing, image analysis and storage, and data interpretation. The candidate will be conversant in assay development and possess a proven track record of scientific achievement, innovation, and service.

Experience with advanced statistical analysis and knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools applied to pathology is welcome.

The DHC Director will oversee day‑to‑day operations, manage a fee structure for all services, perform sample handling and analytic procedures related to histopathological analyses, and routinely validate assays. They will develop new protocols, validate standard operational procedures, coordinate tasks and planning, and communicate with existing and potential new users. The Director is also expected to administer all project and space management, budgeting and cost control, hire and supervise staff, conduct performance evaluations, maintain infrastructure and equipment, and develop new techniques.

Required

Education:

MD, PhD, or MD/PhD.

Discipline:
Basic or Health Science, Pathology, or related field.

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of experience.

Experience:

Hands‑on experience with histopathology techniques and demonstrated scientific achievement through publications and/or contributions to clinical studies.

Preferred experience supervising laboratory personnel and managing a service lab operation.

LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (
HRMADA
).

Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings:
LSUHSC , New Orleans – Benefits
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Other employee benefits include a full‑service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage:
Additional Benefits
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