Faculty Position in Neuropathology (Academic/Clinician Track)

About the role

The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at the University of Minnesota Medical School seeks a fulltime ABP certified/eligible neuropathologist. Academic rank, compensation and appointment type will be based on qualifications and experience.

Minimum requirements are an MD or equivalent degree (DO, MBBS, etc.), eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Minnesota, board certified or board eligible in AP, AP/CP or AP/NP, completion of an ACGME-accredited pathology residency training program, ACGME accredited fellowship training in neuropathology, and neuropathology board certified or board eligible.

Preferred candidates for this position will have demonstrated clinical expertise in ophthalmic pathology. Expertise or interest in other surgical pathology subspecialties including but not limited to head and neck pathology will be favorably considered.

This position will join a team of pathologists providing pathology service for patients served at Fairview Minneapolis University Hospital - East Bank Campus and West Bank Campus and Fairview Masonic Children’s University Hospital. Neuropathology sign-out responsibilities, intra-operative consultations, on-call duties, autopsy, resident supervision, and conferences are shared with other members of the neuropathology faculty.

The department has an ACGME accredited neuropathology fellowship program; active participation in the training of neuropathology fellows is required. Leadership opportunities in education and digital pathology exist for qualified candidates.

Academic time will be used to pursue scholarly work in the candidate’s area of specialty/research expertise. Candidates must show sustained scholarly productivity in neuropathology/neuroscience and have demonstrated experience in teaching fellows, residents, graduate students and medical students. Preferred candidates will be active in their national organizations and have experience in fostering a strong academic environment for medical students, residents, fellows and faculty.

The University of Minnesota is a large university and medical school with an integrated, multi-specialty group practice composed of over 1,100 physicians and 1,500 health professionals, University of Minnesota Physicians. The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology is home to many anatomic and clinical pathology faculty as well as basic science faculty involved in research, undergraduate and graduate education. The department also has an ACGME accredited residency program and eight ACGME accredited fellowships.

The Department of Lab Medicine and Pathology recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in supporting the academic mission. Applications from individuals with a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, including those from underrepresented groups are encouraged. J-1 visa holder applicants are welcome and encouraged to apply. Other work eligible visa holder applicants may be considered.

2028 J-1 waiver applicants should apply by June 30, 2027.

To apply please update a CV, cover letter, a one page career goal statement, and the name and contact information for three references.

Pay and Benefits

• This role is dually employed by University of Minnesota Physicians and the University of Minnesota.
• Total salary is market competitive and based on AAMC salary benchmarks.
• Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through M Physicians.
• The additional salary from the University is dependent upon the academic effort of the person hired.

M Physicians provides the following benefits

• Substantial 401K employer contribution.
• Well-being program including an annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services.
• Allowance for CME, license, board certification, and DEA fees.
• Malpractice insurance coverage.
• As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we are a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

In addition, the University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes low-cost medical, dental, pharmacy plans, and much more. Additional information can be found here: M Physicians Benefits and University Benefits.

Additional Requirements

An application for the corresponding academic component of this position should be submitted through the University’s employment site:

M Health and Clinical Partnerships

Providers practice at affiliated locations under the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system. This partnership represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health Services to build a nationally known academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients and communities, while also supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.

University of Minnesota

• The University of Minnesota is among the largest and most prestigious public research universities in the nation.
• The University Medical School is a world-class institution with a long history of leadership and discoveries that have changed the practice of medicine.
• The nearly 3,000 outstanding faculty members are committed to achieving excellence in research, clinical care, and developing the next generation of health professionals.

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• The Minneapolis-St. Paul area offers a high quality of life and a low cost of living.
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