Director of Infectious Disease Serology & Mycology

Director of Infectious Diseases Serology and Mycology Laboratories

The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology is seeking a Director of Infectious Diseases Serology and Mycology Laboratories (MD, PhD, or equivalent) at Mayo Clinic Florida. The Laboratory serves a growing practice, including strong Transplant, Oncology, and other specialty programs.

Qualified candidates will be able to support all sub disciplines of Microbiology. Experience or expertise in total laboratory automation, molecular diagnostics (including next generation sequencing), laboratory-developed testing (LDT), BSL-3 laboratory operations, and process improvement is preferred but not required. At least three years of experience in clinical laboratory leadership is preferred, although well-qualified candidates completing fellowships in clinical microbiology will also be considered.

Ideal candidates would also be expected to assume responsibilities and duties for clinical pathology in the areas of: Clinical Microbiology, Serology, Molecular Virology, Clinical Chemistry, Hematology and Coagulation.

Position expectations include cross coverage in the Microbiology Laboratory, new test development and implementation, participation in the laboratory's quality improvement and accreditation processes, and contribution to the mission of Mayo Clinic through participation in patient care, clinical/translational research, and educational efforts such as involvement in fellowship and residency programs. This position includes an academic appointment with College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic.

Mayo Clinic Jacksonville is a unique practice environment, with multidisciplinary approach, collaborating with large Infectious Disease and Transplant clinical practices committed to teamwork. Our clinical pathology laboratory offers an unparalleled, robust, and growing test menu focused on the needs of the patient. The selected candidate will join a group of 34 consultants. All faculty have subspecialty expertise and participate in scholarly activities through research and education, offering a stimulating environment for professional growth and career development.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will have the following attributes:

• A doctoral level medical degree (MD or MD/PhD) with board certification in Clinical Pathology (CP) or Anatomic and Clinical Pathology (AP/CP)
• A track record of publications and participation in the field of clinical microbiology
• Certification or board eligible by the American Board of Medical Microbiology (ABMM) with Histopathology experience
• Meet all the qualification requirements for a Technical Supervisor according to the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA)
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Director in the State of Florida