Clinical Ast/Aso/Full Prof

Applicants must have an M.D. or D.O. degree, board certification in Anatomic Pathology, and possess or be eligible for a Florida Medical license. Subspecialty fellowship training in Dermatopathology is required; fellowship training or extensive experience in breast or soft tissue pathology is favorable.

The Department of Pathology, Immunology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL, invites applications for an academic Surgical Pathologist and Dermatopathologist.  Applicants must have an M.D. or D.O. degree, board certification in Anatomic Pathology, and possess or be eligible for a Florida Medical license. Subspecialty fellowship training in Dermatopathology is required; fellowship training or extensive experience in breast or soft tissue pathology is favorable.

This position offers a unique combination of various surgical pathology subspecialties. The Dermatopathology service partners with our other subspecialty pathology services consulting on neoplastic and non-neoplastic skin disorders, as well as handling outpatient clinical material and consultations. Our breast pathology service is an integral part of our UF Health Breast Center, which is a National Center of Excellence in Breast Cancer, accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). Our center is comprised of an interdisciplinary team providing patients with leading-edge treatment options and the highest quality and compassionate care. UF Health Shands Hospital is rated among the top 10% of hospitals in the nation for orthopaedic care, according to the U.S. News & World Report 2025-2026 Best Hospital rankings. Our orthopaedic pathologists offer specialized pathology support to a multidisciplinary team in a busy bone and soft tissue practice. The UF Health System presents a rich diversity of inpatient and outpatient clinical material and consultations. 

Primary service responsibilities include sign-out, tumor board and clinical conferences,  frozen section and AP call coverage. The successful applicant will contribute to medical student, resident and fellowship training in accredited programs within Pathology.  Scholarly study and investigation in the applicant's area of interest is expected.

We at UFHealth Shands pride ourselves in quality, professional, interdisciplinary care. We have over 1100 beds in the system and growing! Shands Hospital is continuously ranked among the top-50 hospitals nationwide in numerous specialties and high-performing in many more by U.S. News & World Report. Resources available for professional development at the University of Florida Health Sciences Center include leadership, education, and research tracks within a Clinical Translational Science Institute (CTSI), formal mentorship programs, and supported opportunities for teaching and research.  Requisite attributes include a commitment to service, a strong sense of teamwork and a desire to train tomorrow's doctors.  Gainesville was recently ranked the #1 city to move to in Florida by USA Today thanks to our superb weather, inexpensive living, nationally ranked schools, and multiple year around recreational opportunities.

Commensurate with education and experience 

Applicants must have an M.D. or D.O. degree, board certification in Anatomic Pathology, and possess or be eligible for a Florida Medical license. Subspecialty fellowship training in Dermatopathology is required; fellowship training or extensive experience in breast or soft tissue pathology is favorable.

Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should apply online and include a curriculum vitae, a letter outlining interests, and three letters of reference. The letters may also be sent directly to Dr. Marie Rivera (mriveraz@ufl.edu), Search Committee Chair, Department of Pathology, Immunology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Florida College of Medicine, and copy Stacey Oliver (oliversl@ufl.edu).

The final candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.