The successful candidate will join the surgical pathology staff to provide diagnostic services and translational research support to faculty within a collegial environment. This role involves handling a wide variety of oncologic cases from in-house and consultation practices, while also encouraging and supporting the development of an independent research program.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be Board-certified or Board-eligible academic Surgical Pathologists and must possess or be eligible for a New York State Medical Doctor license. Required certification includes Pathology or a specialty such as Anatomic Pathology, Surgical Pathology, or Cytopathology.
Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Summary:
About the Role
The Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Academic Surgical Pathologist to join a nationally recognized cancer center dedicated to advancing diagnostic excellence, translational research, and academic innovation in oncologic pathology. The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative and subspecialized pathology team providing diagnostic services and translational research support to outstanding clinical and scientific faculty within a collegial academic environment. This role offers exposure to a broad spectrum of complex and intellectually engaging oncologic pathology cases, including both in-house and consultation material, while providing meaningful opportunities for academic growth, education, and independent research development. This position is ideal for a pathologist who values multidisciplinary collaboration, scientific discovery, and contributing to the future of cancer diagnosis and treatment within a mission-driven academic institution. What You’ll Do
Provide expert diagnostic surgical pathology services within a comprehensive oncologic pathology practice
Interpret a wide variety of complex oncologic pathology cases across subspecialty areas
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary oncology teams to support patient-centered cancer diagnosis and treatment planning
Participate in subspecialty sign-out and consultation services within a highly collaborative academic environment
Contribute to high-quality pathology services that support clinical excellence and innovation in cancer care
Support translational research initiatives across Roswell Park’s clinical and scientific programs
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
NYS Retirement Plan
Participate in collaborative academic and research efforts within the Department and across the institution
Develop and pursue independent research interests with institutional and departmental support
Utilize advanced pathology, molecular, and informatics resources to advance scientific discovery and innovation
Participate in the educational mission through teaching and mentorship of residents, fellows, medical students, and trainees
Collaborate with faculty across pathology divisions and multidisciplinary oncology programs
Contribute to a culture of academic excellence, collegiality, and continuous learning
Support departmental quality initiatives, innovation efforts, and institutional collaboration aligned with High Reliability Organization principles About the Department The Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is nationally recognized for excellence in oncologic pathology, translational research, molecular diagnostics, and academic medicine. The department is organized into six divisions including Anatomic Pathology, Hematopathology, Laboratory Medicine, Molecular Pathology, Pathology Outreach, and Informatics, each led by dedicated Vice Chairs focused on advancing innovation and clinical excellence. As part of an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, faculty work within a deeply collaborative academic environment supporting groundbreaking cancer research, precision oncology initiatives, and multidisciplinary patient care. Why You’ll Love Working Here
Join the nation’s first cancer center and an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center committed to transforming cancer care, research, and education
Collaborate within a highly interdisciplinary academic environment dedicated to innovation, mentorship, and scientific discovery
Access robust institutional research infrastructure, including Biostatistics, Biomedical Research Informatics, Bioinformatics, and the Data Bank and Biorepository Shared Resources
Utilize precision oncology and epidemiologic data resources through ORIEN (Oncology Research Information Exchange Network)
Work alongside passionate colleagues deeply committed to community outreach, engagement, and health equity
Opportunity for an academic appointment with the University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Thrive in Buffalo, New York — a welcoming, affordable, and culturally vibrant city with a growing medical and research corridor What You’ll Bring
MD, DO, or equivalent degree with Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Anatomic Pathology and/or Surgical Pathology
Strong diagnostic expertise and interest in oncologic surgical pathology Commitment to multidisciplinary collaboration and patient-centered diagnostic care
Interest in translational research, academic medicine, and innovative pathology practice
A collaborative and intellectually curious approach to scientific discovery and pathology education
Passion for teaching and mentorship within an academic medical environment
Executive presence, professionalism, and strong communication skills
Motivation to develop independent academic or research interests within a supportive institutional environment
Commitment to advancing excellence, innovation, safety, and continuous improvement within pathology services
Dedication to fostering a culture grounded in inclusion, accountability, compassion, and High Reliability Organization principles Additional Highlights
Opportunity to practice within a nationally ranked academic cancer center focused exclusively on oncology care and research
Exposure to a broad and complex spectrum of oncologic pathology cases, including consultation material
Support for development of independent research programs and translational investigation
Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, health, vision, and dental insurance, New York State retirement plan, and additional retirement savings options Qualifications: Required Education and Experience License and Certification Requirement 1. License or permit to practice as a Medical Doctor in the State of New York. 2. Possession of or eligibility for a valid medical specialty certificate in Pathology or a specialty of Anatomic Pathology, Experimental Pathology, Laboratory Medicine, Cytogenetics, Molecular Diagnostics, Flow Cytometry, Surgical Pathology, Cytopathology or Autopsy Pathology. NOTE: Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited school, college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law. Reasonable Accommodation Request RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Our Core Values RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect. Historical Compensation Information Statement Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov. Welcome to Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. One of the largest employers in Western New York, Roswell Park has over 3,500 employees and is the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in New York outside of New York City. Founded in 1898 by Dr. Roswell Park as America's first cancer center, Roswell Park set the standard for cancer centers across the country and world to follow. Equipped with the best facilities and the single objective of curing cancer, we have the sharpest and most creative minds working together in the classroom, laboratory and clinic to accelerate discovery and speed the delivery of promising new cancer treatments. The Institute is recognized by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) as one of only 51 Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the U.S. This designation signifies that all research, treatment and educational programs meet rigorous national standards and that the Institute has contributed fundamentally to the fight against cancer. Roswell Park is also a member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), an alliance of the nation's leading cancer centers. A not-for-profit organization, the NCCN brings together the best minds in science to engineer continuous quality improvements in cancer care, improves the effectiveness of cancer care delivery through the ongoing collection and analysis of outcome data on a national basis, enhances communications and collaboration among member institutions, offers access to the latest, most promising clinical trials, and provides best practice guidelines and measurement tools. Roswell Park has achieved accreditation from the The Joint Commission (TJC) as a result of its demonstrated compliance with TJC's nationally recognized health care standards. The innovative quality of our faculty’s research has earned Roswell Park a place among the National Cancer Institute’s top grantees. Over the past century, Roswell Park has been the source of historic breakthroughs in the field of oncology. Roswell Park initiated the nation’s first chemotherapy research program. Roswell Park conducted some of the earliest studies linking smoking to lung cancer. Roswell Park developed the PSA test for prostate-cancer screening. Roswell Park developed photodynamic therapy (PDT), approved by the FDA for the treatment of esophageal cancer and non-small cell lung cancer, and precancerous lesions in patients with Barrett's esophagus. Roswell Park is now developing the second generation of PDT drugs. Roswell Park geneticists created the gene library used to map and sequence the human genome. An Roswell Park geneticist was part of the research team involved in the international effort.
