Clinical Laboratory Director & Vice President, Translational & Computational Pathology
LOCATION: North Brunswick, New Jersey
JOB TYPE: Full-Time
SCHEDULE:
Monday - Friday
Standard Day Shift
No On-Call Responsibilities
No Weekend Requirements
SETTING:
On-Site
Biotechnology & Oncology Diagnostics
Clinical Laboratory Environment
Translational Research & Companion Diagnostics
Digital & Computational Pathology
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
Executive leadership role with Clinical Laboratory Director responsibilities
Opportunity to lead pathology, biomarker, and companion diagnostic programs
Focus on translational oncology, digital pathology, and AI-enabled diagnostics
Collaborate with pathology, AI/ML, engineering, and research teams
Ideal for candidates who enjoy both strategic leadership and hands-on scientific involvement
SUMMARY:
We are seeking an accomplished physician-scientist and executive leader to serve as Clinical Laboratory Director & Vice President, Translational & Computational Pathology. This role combines laboratory leadership, regulatory oversight, translational research, companion diagnostics, and computational pathology initiatives. The successful candidate will drive innovation in oncology diagnostics while leading laboratory operations and contributing to scientific strategy, product development, and industry partnerships.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical Laboratory Leadership
Serve as the designated Clinical Laboratory Director under applicable regulatory standards
Maintain oversight of laboratory quality systems, accreditation, inspections, and audits
Lead pathology operations, histology workflows, tissue processing, and diagnostic testing
Establish laboratory policies, procedures, and quality standards
Ensure continuous regulatory compliance and operational excellence
Translational Pathology & Companion Diagnostics
Lead pathology strategy supporting biomarker discovery and translational research
Oversee development, validation, and implementation of pathology-based assays
Collaborate with pharmaceutical partners on companion diagnostic and biomarker programs
Support oncology-focused translational research initiatives
Expand pathology and companion diagnostic capabilities
Digital & Computational Pathology
Lead digital pathology and computational pathology initiatives
Collaborate with AI/ML, engineering, and data science teams
Support whole-slide imaging, image analysis, and quantitative tissue analysis platforms
Establish standards for AI-enabled pathology applications
Executive Leadership
Provide scientific leadership across pathology and diagnostic programs
Build relationships with industry partners, pharmaceutical organizations, and academic institutions
Support publications, presentations, and scientific communications
Drive cross-functional collaboration across research and development teams
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required
MD or DO from an accredited institution
Board Certification in Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology (AP/CP)
Eligible to serve as a Clinical Laboratory Director under CLIA regulations
Active unrestricted medical license or ability to obtain state licensure
Minimum 5 years of leadership experience within a pathology laboratory, diagnostics company, pharmaceutical organization, academic medical center, or CRO
Experience in pathology assay development, validation, and laboratory operations
Experience supporting clinical trials, translational medicine, companion diagnostics, or pharmaceutical-sponsored research
Preferred
Translational oncology and biomarker development experience
Companion Diagnostics (CDx) experience
Immunohistochemistry (IHC) assay development and validation expertise
Digital pathology implementation experience
Strong scientific publication and presentation record
Highly Desired
Computational pathology experience
AI-assisted pathology workflows
Whole-slide imaging (WSI) implementation
Spatial biology and multiplex tissue analysis
Experience bringing diagnostic products or companion diagnostics to market
BENEFITS:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Generous Paid Time Off
Professional Development Support
Continuing Education Resources
Relocation Assistance Available
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