Clinical Pathology Informatician / Medical Director

The University of Chicago's Department of Pathology seeks an academic clinical pathologist and informatician to join its faculty at any rank. The appointee will be based on the Hyde Park campus but may cover off-site outpatient laboratories. Clinical responsibilities include work under the direct supervision of the Vice Chair, Clinical Pathology.

We seek a results-driven clinical informaticist to evaluate clinical, laboratory, and pathologic data to improve departmental operations. This role targets laboratory and pathology test utilization improvements and focuses departmental and interdepartmental quality initiatives. Duties involve gathering and evaluating operational and testing data to develop effective departmental information dashboards.

The appointee will enable the department to collaborate on targeted healthcare service improvements through data. Other duties may include teaching and supervision of trainees and students, plus scholarly activity. Work occurs in a dynamic academic environment with clinical pathology oversight.

Possibilities include developing machine learning and predictive analytics with this data to optimize health services and quality patient care. Academic rank, track, and compensation depend upon qualifications. The position supports ongoing advancements in clinical informatics.