Dermatologist / Dermatopathologist - SOM Dermatology

Job Description

The Department of Dermatology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine is seeking a full-time Academic Dermatologist and Dermatopathologist to join its growing faculty. The successful candidate will contribute to an integrated academic program committed to excellence in clinical care, dermatopathology, medical education, scholarship, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

The faculty member will provide dermatopathology interpretation and consultation and may participate in clinical dermatology or another area of surgical pathology, depending on training, interests, and departmental needs.

Faculty appointment and academic rank will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Expected rank for this position will be Assistant Professor or higher, however, final rank and tenure status will be commensurate with selected candidate’s experience. Expected Salary Range: $270,000 to $375,000. The referenced salary range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank. This salary range does not include all components of the departmental faculty compensation program or pay from participation in departmental variable compensation programs. Therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein. For more information, please contact the hiring department. The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University. UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development.

This position offers a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school. Note: Leave and tuition benefits are prorated for part-time employees. UMB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please submit an online request or contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Candidates should submit a cover letter and a recent CV, including names and contact information of three references to Shawn Kwatra, MD, Chair, Department of Dermatology at Skwatra@som.umaryland.edu

Responsibilities

• Provide expert interpretation of dermatologic biopsy and excision specimens using histopathologic, immunohistochemical, molecular, and other ancillary diagnostic methods as appropriate.
• Produce accurate, comprehensive, and timely dermatopathology reports.
• Offer subspecialty consultation and clinicopathologic correlation to dermatologists, pathologists, surgeons, oncologists, and other referring clinicians.
• Participate in clinical dermatology or an additional pathology subspecialty, as appropriate to the candidate's background and the department's needs.
• Educate and mentor medical students, residents, fellows, and other trainees through conferences, clinical instruction, case review, and didactic teaching.
• Participate in multidisciplinary conferences and collaborate with faculty across dermatology, pathology and related specialties.
• Contribute to quality assurance, laboratory improvement, regulatory compliance, and best practices in dermatopathology.
• Engage in scholarly activity, including clinical or translational research, peer-reviewed publications, presentations, educational innovation, and quality-improvement initiatives.
• Support the continued growth and development of dermatopathology services within the University of Maryland academic health system.
• Participate in departmental, school, and institutional service appropriate to faculty rank.

Qualifications

Candidates must possess:

• An MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree from an accredited institution.
• Completion of an accredited residency in Dermatology or Anatomic Pathology/Anatomic and Clinical Pathology.
• Completion of an accredited fellowship in Dermatopathology.
• Board certification or board eligibility in Dermatopathology.
• Board certification or board eligibility in the candidate's primary specialty, as applicable.
• Eligibility for an unrestricted medical license in the State of Maryland.
• Strong diagnostic, clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A demonstrated commitment to high-quality patient care, education, teamwork, and academic collaboration.

Preference may be given to candidates who demonstrate one or more of the following:

• Experience in an academic medical center or high-volume dermatopathology practice.
• Expertise in complex inflammatory skin disease, cutaneous oncology, cutaneous lymphoma, pediatric dermatopathology, alopecia, transplant dermatopathology, immunodermatology, or molecular diagnostics.
• Experience with direct immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry, molecular testing, or other ancillary diagnostic techniques.
• Interest or additional training in a complementary surgical pathology subspecialty.
• A record of teaching, mentorship, scholarly productivity, quality improvement, or clinical research.
• Interest in developing collaborative clinical, educational, or translational research programs. Academic Environment The University of Maryland School of Medicine offers a highly collaborative academic environment with opportunities to work across departments, centers, and clinical programs. The successful candidate will join faculty dedicated to advancing dermatologic care, diagnostic excellence, professional education, and discovery.

The position provides opportunities to:

• Work with a broad and diverse case mix from general and subspecialty dermatology practices.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical and research teams.
• Teach learners at multiple levels, including medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Develop an academic portfolio aligned with the candidate's interests and career goals.
• Participate in clinical, translational, educational, and quality-improvement scholarship.
• Help shape the strategic growth of dermatopathology services within a leading academic medical institution.

About Us

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is Maryland’s public health, law, and human services university. Six professional schools and the interdisciplinary Graduate School confer the majority of health care, human services, and law professional degrees in Maryland each year.

Our goal is to support the University’s mission of education, research, clinical care, and public service by amplifying UMB’s voice as a thought and action leader, and to enhance goodwill in the communities and people with whom we engage. UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland. Regular and contractual employee are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package

About the Team

The University of Maryland School of Medicine (SOM) was chartered in 1807 as the first public medical school in the United States. It continues today as one of the fastest growing, top-tier biomedical research enterprises in the world. SOM is dedicated to providing excellence in biomedical education, basic and clinical research, quality patient care and service to improve the health of the citizens of Maryland and beyond.