Chair, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine in Albany, NY

Albany Medical College seeks a visionary and dynamic leader to serve as Chair of the Department of Pathology. This prestigious position offers the opportunity to lead a well-established department within the Albany Med Health System, which serves as the only academic health sciences center and Level 1 trauma center in northeastern New York.

About the Department:

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine serves a comprehensive clinical network across multiple hospitals including Albany Medical Center Hospital, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and Columbia Memorial Hospital.

Clinical Operations:

The department plays a key role in supporting Albany Med’s extensive clinical services, performing:

• Clinical Laboratories perform approximately 8.4 million clinical tests annually
• The Blood Bank supports over 25,000 blood transfusions annually.
• The Division of Clinical Pathology includes Blood Bank/Transfusion Medicine, Clinical and Special Chemistry, Cellular Immunology, Cytology, Florescent In-Situ Hybridization (FISH), Hematology and Coagulation, Histology, Microbiology, Molecular Diagnostics, Serology/Immunology, Surgical Pathology, and HLA Testing.
• The Transfusion Medicine service provides clinical support to robust clinical, surgical, and oncologic programs, Level 1 Trauma Centers for adults and pediatric patients, and the entire range of surgical, oncologic/cancer, and high-risk obstetrical patients.
• The Division of Anatomical Pathology includes Surgical Pathology, Cytopathology, and Autopsy Pathology
• 51,000 service accessions in Anatomic Pathology including biopsies and large surgical specimens
• 7700 Gyn and 5900 non-Gyn cytology cases annually.

Position Overview & Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a strategic plan that aligns with the Albany Medical College and the Albany Med Health System’s plans to foster innovation in patient care, research, education, and service
• Clinical Leadership: Oversee Anatomic and Clinical Pathology services, maintaining the highest standards of diagnostic quality across multiple hospitals
• Education and Mentorship: Guide the residency and fellowship training programs and their leadership aligning with the ACGME and College
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Promote DEI in faculty and trainee recruitment and retention
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work with institutional departments to foster collaborative relationships in clinical services in addition to all College missions
• Research Development: Support collaborative research activities and encourage faculty/trainee publishing and presentation of work
• Philanthropy: work with the Albany Medical College Foundation to build on philanthropic partners to support research, clinical innovation, and educational endeavors
• Operational Oversight: Manage the department’s operational and financial responsibilities, including budgeting, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance

Qualifications:

• MD or DO with board certification in Anatomic and/or Clinical Pathology

• Academic rank at or eligible for full Professor at the Albany Medical College
• Eligibility for New York medical licensure

• Experience in change management, resource development, education, mentoring, and leadership, and healthcare quality improvement
• Commitment to fostering collaborative teams and inclusive environments

Resources and Support:

• Administrative and operational support for departmental functions
• Access to large network of four affiliated hospitals and strong clinical infrastructure
• Opportunities to collaborate with faculty across the Albany Med Health System
• Autonomy in departmental decision-making, including faculty recruitment, financial planning, and resource allocation

Why Albany Medical College?

Albany Med is the only academic health sciences center in northeastern New York, serving a vast 25-county region. The Chair will have the opportunity to lead a department with fellowship-trained faculty and to shape the future of pathology education, research, and clinical services.

About Albany, NY:

Albany offers an excellent quality of life with access to affordable housing, highly rated schools, and a vibrant cultural scene. Located near New York City, Boston, and Montreal, Albany also provides ample opportunities for year-round outdoor activities in the Adirondack Mountains and nearby lakes. The area is ideal for professionals and families seeking a balanced lifestyle with both urban and suburban living options. Learn more about the Capital Region here!

Compensation and Professional Development:

• Competitive compensation package, including salary, comprehensive benefits, and retirement options.
• Salary range (as required in New York State): $530,000-$570,000
• Opportunities for professional development, including leadership training, administrative and financial support, and external collaborations.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to:

Gina DeBonis
Director Physician Recruitment
Email: debonig@amc.edu

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Albany Medical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

The Albany Med Health System is the only regionally governed not-for-profit health system serving northeastern New York and western New England. It consists of Albany Medical Center, Albany Medical College, the Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital, Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and the Visiting Nurses. Albany Medical Center is the capital region of New York’s only academic medical center and one of upstate New York’s largest teaching hospitals.

Located at the heart of New York’s Capital Region, Albany is a culturally and environmentally diverse area that is home to nearly one million residents. The three cities of the Capital Region: Albany, Troy, and Schenectady, and their suburbs offer a range of affordable, safe, and comfortable neighborhoods with quality schools and active community groups. Albany is the capital of NY; home to the State University at Albany, the School of Public Health, and multiple private colleges; and offers a wide variety of cultural events. It is within driving distance to NYC, Boston, and Montreal and to the Adirondacks, Lake Placid, and Lake George.  It is a wonderful place to raise a family and enjoy activities related to all 4 seasons! Learn more about the Capital Region here!