MD or MD/PhD with board certification in Anatomic Pathology (AP) or combined AP/CP
Eligible for medical licensure in Wisconsin
Minimum of 8 years of experience in academic pathology with leadership
Proven track record in clinical service, education, and scholarly activity
Responsibilities
Provide overall strategic, academic, and clinical leadership in Anatomic Pathology
Serve as operational leader for Anatomic Pathology services
Develop, implement, and evaluate departmental goals and strategic initiatives
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate faculty to foster professional growth
Ensure compliance with institutional policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards
Oversee resource allocation and operational efficiency within the division
Provide oversight of all diagnostic services, including surgical pathology and cytopathology
Benefits
Protected academic time, in addition to meeting and vacation time
Access to state-of-the-art facilities in a collaborative environment
Academic expense funds for societal dues, travel, and conferences
Robust benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance
Competitive 403(b) retirement plan with 8% employer contribution
Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
Full Job Description
Position Summary:
The Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), seeks a board certified / board eligible physician to join our expanding Anatomic Pathology section. This faculty physician will serve as the Vice Chair, in addition to their clinical responsibilities. This position is located in Milwaukee, WI at our Froedtert main campus site. We are comprised of nationally and internationally renowned, dedicated group of faculty and staff with a strong commitment to clinical care.
Position Highlights:
Leadership & Administrative Duties
Provide overall strategic, academic, and clinical leadership for the Division of Anatomic Pathology.
Serve as the operational leader responsible for the performance and direction of Anatomic Pathology services.
Partner closely with the Department Chair to develop, implement, and evaluate departmental goals and strategic initiatives.
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate faculty, fostering professional growth, academic advancement, and leadership development.
Support recruitment, retention, and succession planning efforts within the division.
Ensure compliance with institutional policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards (e.g., CAP, CLIA, Joint Commission).
Lead divisional meetings, facilitate communication, and promote a collaborative, collegial culture.
Oversee resource allocation, workflow optimization, and operational efficiency within the division.
Clinical Duties
Provide oversight of all diagnostic services, including surgical pathology, cytopathology, and autopsy pathology.
Directly support and collaborate with section heads to ensure high-quality, efficient clinical operations.
Promote subspecialty sign-out and excellence in diagnostic accuracy and turnaround times.
Advance innovation in diagnostic techniques, technologies, and pathology practices.
Lead and support quality assurance, patient safety, and continuous performance improvement initiatives.
Maintain active clinical involvement and contribute to complex case review and multidisciplinary conferences.
Education and Training
Support and enhance residency and fellowship training programs.
Participate in medical student education and curriculum development.
Foster a culture of continuous learning and academic excellence.
Research
Encourage and support faculty research in translational and clinical research.
Facilitate interdisciplinary collaborations and grant development.
Maintain an active scholarly profile with publications and presentations.
Schedule:
Full time at the Associate or Full Professor level.
Department/Division Highlights:
Research
Medical College of Wisconsin Tissue Bank
Institutional core providing human tissue research services to faculty investigators
CAP-accredited biorepository ensuring high-quality samples, vetted protocols, and expert staff
Offers three patient consent programs through Froedtert Hospitals and clinics:
General Tissue Bank
Maternal Bank
COVID-19 Bank
Provides storage, processing, and additional human sample-related services
Education
Medical College of Wisconsin Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Education Programs
Active participation in Medical School curriculum and Graduate School initiatives.
Educational engagement across undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, and peer education levels.
Training the Next Generation of Pathologists
ACGME-accredited residency program with 16 positions
Multiple clinical fellowships across subspecialties
International Observership and Fellowship Program for qualified global candidates
Faculty teach medical students, residents, fellows, graduate students, medical technologists, and trainees across clinical departments
Community & Outreach
Milwaukee
MCW Community - Our Reach
Collaborative partnerships addressing health equity and pressing community health issues
Anchor institution and economic engine committed to active community engagement
Key Milwaukee Initiatives:
Center for Advancing Population Science (CAPS)
Center for Community Health and Intervention Research
Center for Healthy Communities and Research
Pipeline Programs (middle, high school, and college students)
Saturday Clinic for the Uninsured
Sixteenth Street Clinic
ThriveOn Collaboration
Wisconsin
Commitment to advancing health beyond healthcare statewide
Key Wisconsin Initiatives:
Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin
Clinical & Translational Science Institute (CTSI)
Institute for Health & Humanity (IHH)
Office of Community Engagement
Nation
Nationally recognized leader in health and science
Physicians and scientists serve as trusted experts across research collaborations and media
National Initiatives:
All of Us Research Program
Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities
Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Current Clinical Trials
Mind Your Behind (Cancer Prevention Study)
World
Global reputation for research, clinical, and educational excellence
International collaborations improving health worldwide
Global Initiatives:
Cancer Center
Cardiovascular Research Center
Center for International Blood & Marrow Transplant Research (CIBMTR)
Global Health
Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
Benefits and Perks:
MCW Pathology offers a competitive salary with incentives based on team-based productivity.
Protected academic time, in addition to meeting & vacation time.
Access to state-of-the-art facilities & resources in a supportive & collaborative work environment.
Access to academic expense funds to cover societal dues, travel, and conferences.
Robust benefits package, including health, dental, life insurance, disability coverage, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, dependent tuition reimbursement, & more.
A competitive 403(b) retirement plan with an 8% employer contribution.
Qualifying employer in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, offering eligible employees the opportunity to have their student loans forgiven after qualifying years of service.
Qualifications:
MD or MD/PhD with board certification in Anatomic Pathology (AP) or combined AP/CP.
Eligible for medical licensure in Wisconsin.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in academic pathology with demonstrated leadership.
Proven track record in clinical service, education, and scholarly activity.
Preferred Attributes:
Visionary leadership with a collaborative and inclusive management style.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong skills in problem solving, change management, conflict resolution, and building and contributing to collaborative teams.
Role model for behaviors of professionalism, dignity, and respect.
About Medical College of Wisconsin
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is a private medical school and graduate school of sciences headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It was founded in 1893 and has a long history of excellence in medical education, research, and patient care. MCW offers a wide range of degree programs in medicine, biomedical sciences, and public health, and is affiliated with several hospitals and healthcare organizations in the Milwaukee area. The college has a strong commitment to community engagement and is involved in a variety of outreach programs and initiatives. MCW is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Liaison Committee on Medical Education.
