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Foundation Medicine

Pathologist - Per Diem (Active Full Medical License For Massachusetts)

Foundation Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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About the Job The Pathologist is involved in all aspects of Foundation Medicine's laboratory operations and serves as an internal subject‑matter expert, applying medical knowledge to advise decision makers in support of Foundation Medicine's mission to transform cancer care. The Pathologist is responsible for review and approval of documentation and reports, supporting clinical testing strategies, as well as new assay development and validation. The Pathologist also serves as an ambassador for comprehensive genomic profiling through education and research efforts within and external to Foundation Medicine.

This position is part‑time (under 20 hours per week) and may be assigned to work during any time that the laboratory is operational including evening and/or weekend hours.

Regular onsite work at a designated Foundation Medicine location is an essential function of this role.

Key Responsibilities

Participate in specimen review for all clinical and biopharma testing performed at Foundation Medicine including FoundationOneCDx, FoundationOneHeme, and FoundationOneLiquid assays.

Review Hematoxylin and Eosin stain (H&E) stained slides for specimen adequacy prior to next-generation sequencing and immunohistochemistry testing.

Interact with the information technology teams to ensure appropriate functioning of software tools and integrity of clinical data and reports.

Assist in the development, training, and orientation of laboratory personnel in pathology review.

Maintain availability to work during times that the laboratory is operational including evening and/or weekend hours.

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

Doctor of Medicine Degree

Active Medical Licensure

Formal pathology training

American Board of Pathology – Anatomic Pathology Certification

Preferred Qualifications

1+ years of experience evaluating images, including developing and running assays

Subspecialty training and/or expertise in cancer biology, genomics or clinical trials

Strong history of achievement demonstrated by leadership activities, publications, presentations or other activities

Collaboration skills and the ability to effectively communicate (written and oral) with internal and external team members on project activities

Process‑oriented, flexible mindset and approach to creative problem solving

Demonstrated history of cross‑functional leadership and/or participation in cross‑functional teams

Demonstrated ability of meeting deadlines

Understanding of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the importance of patient data privacy

Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining a professional demeanor

Ability to self‑organize and operate effectively without day‑to‑day oversight, while staying tightly connected to key leaders and teams across the collaborations

Ability to work in a laboratory environment in the presence of chemicals and reagents

Commitment to reflect Foundation Medicine's values: Integrity, Courage, Passion

The expected compensation for this position based on the primary location of Boston, MA is $175 - $250/hour. The hourly rate is commensurate with Foundation Medicine’s compensation practice and considers factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, external market conditions, criticality of role, and internal equity. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.

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