Discipline Chair Pathology

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Job Summary:

The position requires the chair to be an academic leader who will fulfill the clinical, education, and research missions of the department. A solid understanding of the profession of Osteopathic Medicine is helpful. Good interpersonal and organizational skills are important to build and nurture relationships with different professionals on this campus, and with current and future affiliations. As a bridge between the biomedical and clinical sciences the chair must be ready to support the clinical, educational, and research demands of both divisions.

The chair must be enthusiastic about the role of teacher and show commitment towards disseminated research by this department. This position reports directly to the Associate Dean of Biomedical Sciences.

• 1. Assure the delivery of the Pathology Curriculum
• 2. Must be prepared and up-to-date for each academic or other endeavor undertaken
• 3. Must provide a course that creates a solid foundation for the success of the students
• 4. Must build relationships with other professionals that will assist with the success of the
• 5. Participate in research with the biomedical and/or clinical faculty providing pathology analysis when opportunities present.
• 6. Serve as a Pathology consultant with respect to VCOM research.
• 7. Must fulfill any administrative demands needed by the department, division or school.
• 8. Must assess and review the performance of the department and make adjustments as needed, including faculty development.
• 9. Assure the College remains current with scientific trends within the discipline of anatomy.
• 10. Serve as a liaison for the College with other academic sites, and agencies, as appropriate.
• 11. Work in a positive manner with the Campus Dean and the Associate Dean for Medical Education for the development of the Biomedical Division and the integrated curriculum.
• 12. Represent the College in a positive manner which facilitates a pleasant and productive work environment especially in interactions with students, faculty, staff, and in external arenas.
• 13. Participate in faculty development and faculty meetings.
• 14. Obtain/Maintain literacy in your field.
• 15. Be familiar with and adhere to the administrative and academic practices, policies and procedures of the College as set forth in the Faculty Handbook, College Catalog and College Policies Manual.
• 16. Submit an annual Faculty Activity Report.
• 17. Participate in interviews and service to the college as assigned by the Dean, or Associate Dean.
• 18. Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Title:

Discipline Chair for Pathology

Department:
Biomedical Affairs Date:
August 2026

Employee Category: T/R Faculty

Work Schedule:

As directed in contract

Reports to:

Associate Dean for Biomedical Affairs and Research

Percent Employment: 100%

Direct Reports: N/A

Education:

D.O. or M.D. degree with successful completion of an approved residency in Pathology Licensure or certification:
American (Osteopathic) Board of Pathology certification in Anatomic and/or Clinical Pathology;
Current active Louisiana medical license.

Experience:

• Proven record of success in professional academic education
• Proven record of responsible program administration
• Current active performance that demonstrates up-to-date knowledge of the discipline of Pathology
• A record that shows a commitment towards the improvement of programs

Skills required for this position include:

• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• Strong team player
• Commitment to institutional values
• Basic computer proficiency

Preferences are given to applicants who have the following skills or attributes.

• Ability to efficiently use PowerPoint, spreadsheets, internet and other organizational tools, and ability to search for and find current medical information
• Working knowledge of the current policies and procedures governing medical education

Successful candidate will be subject to a criminal history background check.

Regular, reliable or predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met…