Department

Pathology Services Group

Position Title

Part-Time (or Contract) Anatomical or Dermatopathologist

Reporting Line

Chief Medical Officer or Senior Dermatopathologist

Approved in Current Budget?

Yes

Exempt or Nonexempt?

Exempt

Salaried or Hourly?

Salaried

Position Summary

The Part-Time (or Contract) Anatomical or Dermatopathologist is a key member of CNDs growing Pathology Services Group which performs expert reading of immunofluorescent images of patient skin biopsies for the Companys Syn-One Test and other cutaneous assays to help diagnose neurodegenerative disorders including Parkinsons disease and dementia with Lewy bodies. The Pathologist brings a diverse set of experience analyzing cutaneous tissue in clinical and/or academic settings and has familiarity with immunohistochemistry and/or immunofluorescent techniques.

Given CNDs unique technology and pathological methods, the Pathologist is highly flexible, willing to learn new science and analytical processes, and driven by innovative ways to impact patient care. The Pathologist has a history of collaborating effectively with pathology department teammates and serving as an important expert resource for other colleagues including the laboratory technician team. The Pathologist is a consummate professional, has excellent attention to detail and quality, and considers herself/himself as a productive case reader. The Pathologist is also experienced with or highly interested in digital pathology methods and the use of AI-driven tools that may enhance overall reading capabilities for the organization. The Pathologist has a strong academic background and a proven track record with recent employers, including spending multiple years at one or more clinical practices or private sector companies. The Pathologist is excited to join an early-stage, high-growth company and make key contributions to the companys mission.

Job Responsibilities

Reading and Expert Interpretation for Commercial Testing The H&E Case Pair

As a key member of a multidisciplinary pathology team, play an instrumental role in reading and signing out the H&E and Congo Red portion (H&E Case Pair) of the Syn-One Test (Syn-One) and Small-Fiber Dx (SFDx) assays ordered by neurology, internal medicine, geriatrics, and other clinical practices around the US and internationally.

Using immunofluorescence, perform H&E and special stain analysis of skin biopsy specimens to identify possible abnormalities as part of the overall case evaluation for Syn-One and SFDx.

Input test results into the Companys laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and ensure accuracy of data transfer

Collaborate closely with pathology team members on patient cases and support ongoing excellence in the reading capabilities of the department

Facilitate smooth and efficient reading processes with the prereading team and identify areas of ongoing quality improvement

Ensure reading protocols meet Company standards and are in compliance and alignment with standard billing practices