Associate Director, Regional Pathology

NAMSA pioneered the industry and was the first independent company in the world to focus solely on medical device materials for safety. NAMSA started testing medical devices before the U.S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976.

We are shaping the industry. NAMSA has been a key contributor to the development of the test methods that govern our industry. We have become the industry’s premier provider. We provide support for clients during every step of the product development lifecycle and beyond.

Come and work for an organization with the:

to inspire innovative Med Tech solutions that advance global healthcare, improve patient lives and accelerate Client success and the

to deliver best-in-class global Med Tech development solutions through our people, expertise and technology by adhering to our core

• Act with integrity in everything we do.
• Provide best-in-class customer experiences.
• Develop superior talent and deliver expertise.
• Respond with agility and provide timely results.
• Embrace collaboration, diverse perspectives and ideas.

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• Provide scientific oversight and guidance for anatomic pathology evaluations conducted within the region.
• Review study protocols, proposals, and pathology study designs to ensure scientific rigor and successful execution.
• Support clients and regulatory agencies by providing pathology expertise for study interpretation, regulatory submissions, and scientific consultations.
• Ensure pathology assessments are conducted in accordance with applicable GLP, OECD, FDA, ISO, and other regulatory or compendial requirements.
• Maintain consistency, quality, and accuracy of pathology diagnoses across pathologists and sites.
• Serve as a pathology subject matter expert for internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform pathology evaluations and slide reviews as necessary to support study timelines, client commitments, and business needs.
• Lead regional pathology operations to ensure efficient utilization of personnel and resources.
• Develop and implement workflow optimization initiatives to improve productivity, turnaround times, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Establish and monitor departmental metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and operational dashboards.
• Collaborate with histology, necropsy, study directors, quality assurance, and laboratory operations teams to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Support the introduction, validation, and implementation of new pathology methodologies, technologies, and service offerings.
• Ensure adequate staffing and resource planning to meet current and future business demands.
• Directly manage and develop pathologists and pathology staff within the US.
• Conduct performance management activities including goal setting, coaching, performance reviews, succession planning, and career development.
• Lead recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and retention efforts for pathology personnel.
• Assign workloads and monitor resource allocation to ensure study commitments are met.
• Develop and maintain pathology training programs and competency assessment processes.
• Coordinate peer review programs and diagnostic quality initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to GLP regulations, client requirements, SOPs, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Support internal audits, regulatory inspections, client audits, and corrective action initiatives.
• Maintain competency evaluation, peer review, and quality oversight programs.
• Promote a culture of scientific integrity, data quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with senior leadership in developing departmental goals, growth strategies, and long-term operational plans.
• Identify opportunities to expand pathology service…