Director, Molecular Pathology

POSITION SUMMARY
In a CLIA laboratory setting, as a member of our Translational Pathology team, you will:

• Support in house Translational, Research and Development (R&D) and Clinical Trial needs
• Facilitate the execution of biomarker strategies and work across multiple programs within the company to support the development of our portfolio via target validation, biomarker and diagnostic development, biomarker testing and algorithm development
• Provide oversight and guidance to implement and deliver NGS technology and other molecular technologies and results for Translational Sciences, R&D and Clinical Trial purposes
• Provide subject matter expertise toward IHC and ISH assay development, implementation, and interpretation, including algorithm development, by interacting with cross-functional teams
• Help provide Quality Control oversight of internal and external Pathology data from relevant technologies and interact with internal and external stakeholders
• Work within a validated LIMS system in both glass slide and Digital Pathology formats for the evaluation of FFPE stained tissue
• Contribute diagnostic Pathology expertise to the development and/or use of Digital Pathology and Artificial Intelligence technologies, as applicable

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide guidance and expertise to support NGS capabilities and service in a CLIA laboratory environment to support internal program needs for clinical and research specimens
• Evaluate NGS sequencing results
• Participate in data and report review and delivery
• Serve as a subject matter expert to guide laboratory menu offerings
• Maintain CLIA level compliance
• Assist with Pathology and Laboratory SOP Development
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams focused on answering key biological questions
• Conduct pathology review and scoring (H&E, IHC and ISH) for clinical and research specimens
• Provide Quality Control oversight to internal and external IHC, ISH, NGS and other Pathology data
• Provide diagnostic Pathology expertise to all relevant efforts, as needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• MD or MD/PhD with current medical license (Washington licensure to be obtained prior to start date)
  
  • Board Certified in Molecular Genetic Pathology
  • American Board of Pathology Certification in Anatomic and/or Clinical Pathology

• Clinical experience with next generation sequencing interpretation
• Excellent managerial, reporting and communication skills
• Experience ensuring compliance of a clinical laboratory to regulatory standards
• Experience working in a regulated clinical laboratory environment (CLIA/CAP/NYSDOH/QSR)
• Familiarity with Digital Pathology and/or AI Pathology applications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and/or experience in oncology, cancer immunotherapy, medical immunology and clinical research
• Hematopathology experience or Fellowship training

Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.
Relocation support available
Work Location Assignment:

• On Premise in Bothell, WA strongly preferred
• Remote colleagues must work a minimum of 8 days per year at our Bothell, WA site

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $213,500.00 to $355,800.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 25.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
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