What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Clinical Pathology position at University of Kentucky Health System (Uk Health)?
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Clinical Pathology |
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| Requisition Number | FE04395 |
| Working Title | Director of Clinical Microbiology |
| Department Name | 7H600:PATHOLOGY |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Type of Position | Faculty |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Tenure Track Status | Non-Tenure Track |
| Required Education | M.D./D.O./Ph.D. or equivalent degree. |
| Required Related Experience | The faculty member must have:
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| Job Summary | The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, in Lexington, Kentucky is recruiting for a board certified clinical microbiologist with fellowship training in clinical microbiology and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in clinical microbiology to direct the Microbiology Laboratory. MD and PhD candidates are being considered. The successful candidate would join an academic hospital-based practice and engage in an active collaborative research program appropriate to title series and rank. This position will have additional responsibilities in the management of our contracted services at the Kentucky Division of Laboratory Services. The department is an integrated department of pathology https://medicine.uky.edu/departments/pathology/ with successful programs in anatomic and clinical pathology, with excellent educational programs for medical students, residents and fellows. University of Kentucky HealthCare, in Lexington, KY, is a vibrant and growing academic healthcare center located in a family-friendly dynamic city http://www.visitlex.com/ with excellent schools, housing, cultural opportunities as well as outdoor activities. This potential open-rank position is available December 1, 2025 and will remain open until the appropriate individual is recruited. Applicants should apply via the UK Jobs site and include an up to date curriculum vitae and letter of interest. Questions may be directed to Amy S. Gewirtz, MD, Professor and Acting Chair, via email: mhollan@uky.edu |
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| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
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| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
