Here is a recent job ad. I am quoting it in its entirety, without adding or removing any highlights. The relevant part is in the last two paragraphs in the 'Preferred Qualifications' section.
Dermatopathologist - M60298
The Department of Pathology at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System seeks a full-time Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor, non-tenure track, in the Division of Anatomic Pathology, with primary duties in dermatopathology, as well as secondary responsibilities in surgical pathology.
Position Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Prospective candidates should have superb diagnostic skills and the drive to excel in scholarly activities. The applicant should have a potential for developing clinical research collaborations. Participation in graduate and undergraduate medical education is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in Dermatopathology with ability to provide coverage for a secondary Surgical Pathology service.
Preference will be given to candidates with clinical experience and an interest and/or ability in research and scholarly activity as displayed through publication in professional journals and presentations at national meetings.
As a preeminent national, urban, public research university and academic health center, Virginia Commonwealth University is committed to organizational diversity, equity and inclusion - an environment where all can thrive in their pursuit of excellence.
Applicants are requested to submit a Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (typically between 150-300 words) providing your career aspirations and contributions toward promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through this statement, you can share how your lived experiences; and past, present, and future academic and professional activities have or will contribute to VCUs mission of promoting equity and inclusion.
Note: Examples include working with others to further the goals of equity and inclusion; leading in any capacity that tangibly promotes an environment where diversity is welcomed, fostered, and celebrated; creative activity, research and scholarship that promotes equity and parity; teaching and mentoring students, and/or engaging with faculty and/or staff from traditionally underrepresented groups to create a positive and successful organizational experience.
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Dermatopathologist - M60298
The Department of Pathology at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System seeks a full-time Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor, non-tenure track, in the Division of Anatomic Pathology, with primary duties in dermatopathology, as well as secondary responsibilities in surgical pathology.
Position Responsibilities
- Clinical: This faculty member will perform day-to-day sign-out of cases in an academic dermatopathology service. The dermatopathology service encounters a wide variety of neoplastic and inflammatory conditions and includes ancillary techniques such as immunofluorescence. Sign-out responsibilities also include coverage of a secondary surgical pathology subspecialty.
- Service: The successful candidate will participate in tumor boards and other conferences with clinical colleagues. Participation in departmental, institutional and national committees is encouraged, when necessary.
- Teaching: The successful candidate will supervise residents and contribute to the education of residents, medical students, and ancillary staff.
- Research: The candidate must engage in scholarship primarily in dermatopathology through presentations at national meetings, contributions to peer-reviewed scientific literature, and active participation in appropriate professional organizations.
Required Qualifications
Prospective candidates should have superb diagnostic skills and the drive to excel in scholarly activities. The applicant should have a potential for developing clinical research collaborations. Participation in graduate and undergraduate medical education is required.
- MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree with Board certification in Anatomic Pathology, or combined Anatomic and Clinical Pathology, is required, as well as fellowship training with board certification or eligibility in Dermatopathology.
- Candidates must be qualified for full, unrestricted medical licensure in Virginia.
- The successful candidate must have demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in Dermatopathology with ability to provide coverage for a secondary Surgical Pathology service.
Preference will be given to candidates with clinical experience and an interest and/or ability in research and scholarly activity as displayed through publication in professional journals and presentations at national meetings.
As a preeminent national, urban, public research university and academic health center, Virginia Commonwealth University is committed to organizational diversity, equity and inclusion - an environment where all can thrive in their pursuit of excellence.
Applicants are requested to submit a Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (typically between 150-300 words) providing your career aspirations and contributions toward promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through this statement, you can share how your lived experiences; and past, present, and future academic and professional activities have or will contribute to VCUs mission of promoting equity and inclusion.
Note: Examples include working with others to further the goals of equity and inclusion; leading in any capacity that tangibly promotes an environment where diversity is welcomed, fostered, and celebrated; creative activity, research and scholarship that promotes equity and parity; teaching and mentoring students, and/or engaging with faculty and/or staff from traditionally underrepresented groups to create a positive and successful organizational experience.
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