University Hospitals of Cleveland Medical Center
Section Director of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics
University Hospitals of Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio, United States, 44106
The Department of Pathology of UHCMC/CWRU in Cleveland, Ohio seeks a clinical pathologist or
PhD scientist with expertise in clinical histocompatibility testing to serve as Section Director of
Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics. At UHCMC, the ASHI-accredited Histocompatibility and
Immunogenetics Laboratory (HIL) supports adult and pediatric organ transplant programs
including kidney, pancreas, liver, heart, and lung as well as hematopoietic cell transplant programs
for adults and children. The clinical transplant service lines are focused on continuous growth and
programmatic expansion with an approximate 320 organ allografts anticipated in 2025.
The Section Director will lead a team comprised of Histocompatibility Directors and laboratory
testing personnel to ensure the laboratory provides high-quality services and consultation for all
HLA-related testing including support of both hematopoietic and solid organ transplantation
programs. The ideal candidate will work to maintain the quality of current laboratory tests, expand
the test menu as clinically necessary, participate in clinical conferences, and assist in on-call service.
The successful candidate will be expected to support trainee and faculty development in
histocompatibility and immunogenetics through collaboration and teaching. Applicants with
interests in basic, translational and/or clinical research are highly encouraged to apply.
Opportunities exist for research efforts based upon the candidate's experience and qualifications.
Candidates must hold an MD, DO and/or PhD (or equivalent) degree and be eligible for an unrestricted Ohio medical license if holding an MD or DO. Previous experience in Immunology is required. ASHI director certification or completion of an ASHI director training program are required. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Send curriculum vitae, a statement of career goals and names of three references to charnika.wright@uhhospitals.org. UH and CWRU are committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Candidates must hold an MD, DO and/or PhD (or equivalent) degree and be eligible for an unrestricted Ohio medical license if holding an MD or DO. Previous experience in Immunology is required. ASHI director certification or completion of an ASHI director training program are required. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Send curriculum vitae, a statement of career goals and names of three references to charnika.wright@uhhospitals.org. UH and CWRU are committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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