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ENT Surgical Pathologist

University of Wisconsin-Madison · Madison, WI · Full time

Posted Jun 5, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a diagnostic error or amended report. What did you learn?

What they are checking: Whether they own mistakes and support quality systems in the lab.

How do you teach residents at the microscope?

What they are checking: Whether they can teach a variety of learners, as the posting asks.

What would you do

You may also cover genitourinary or other areas. How do you feel about reading outside ENT?

What they are checking: Whether they can contribute flexibly in a lab processing more than 60,000 specimens a year.

How do you handle a frozen section when the surgeon is waiting and the answer is unclear?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate honestly under time pressure and avoid overcalling.

How would you work with the head and neck SPORE program on research?

What they are checking: Whether they are interested in translational research the posting highlights.

About the work

Walk me through how you approach a thyroid nodule specimen with a follicular pattern.

What they are checking: Whether they have the thyroid pathology expertise the posting specifically names.

What head and neck cases do you find most difficult, and how do you handle uncertainty?

What they are checking: Whether they know their limits and use ancillary testing or consultation well.

How do you use HPV testing or other molecular studies in head and neck cancer?

What they are checking: Whether they are current on biomarkers that guide diagnosis and treatment.

How do you contribute to a multidisciplinary tumor board?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate pathology findings in a way clinicians can act on.

How do you manage turnaround time without cutting corners?

What they are checking: Whether they balance speed and accuracy in high-volume surgical pathology.

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The full job description

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Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Assistant Professor (CHS) Job Summary: The University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is recruiting for an academic surgical pathologist with expertise in ENT and endocrine (specifically thyroid) pathology. The successful candidate will have additional opportunities in genitourinary or other areas of surgical pathology depending on skills and interest. The laboratory processes greater than 60,000 surgical specimens per year. In addition, the appointee will be given the opportunity to work closely with multi-specialty UW Comprehensive Cancer Center groups on collaborative clinical and translational research projects and to teach a variety of learners. The University of Wisconsin Medical Center is a tertiary care center with comprehensive programs in cancer and transplantation, and with an actively funded SPORE program in head and neck cancer. • This position is full or part time, 80%-100% • This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location. • Applicants for this position will be considered for the following titles; Assistant Professor (CHS), Associate Professor (CHS), Professor (CHS). The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist. • This vacancy is being announced simultaneously with JR#10000777; please note that only one total vacancy exist. Having two job postings allows the School of Medicine and Public Health to consider candidates on both the CHS and CT tracks. Key Job Responsibilities: • The academic ENT Pathologist will sign out ENT and endocrine (thyroid) pathology cases, contribute to our teaching mission and collaborate on translational research projects. • Participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members. • Teach medical students, residents, and fellows. Department: School of Medicine and Public Health/Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is dedicated to the highest quality patient care, cutting-edge and impactful research, and teaching the next generation of pathologists and scientists. We emphasize a healthy work-life balance and provide a supportive work environment committed to the growth and advancement of our members. Our vibrant clinical department integrates anatomic pathology, laboratory medicine, teaching, and a robust research enterprise, and serves the UW, American Family Children’s, VA, and other Madison hospitals. Our basic science and translational research programs have made fundamental discoveries in cell and stem cell biology, immunology, neuroscience, and infectious disease. Opportunities in education include a T32-funded PhD graduate program, pathology resident and fellowship programs, and both medical school and undergraduate curricula. Madison , often rated as one of the best places to live in America, is built on an isthmus, surrounded by lakes. The city, campus, green spaces and urban areas are blended to create a place unlike any other. Compensation: The starting salary for the position is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Negotiable, 12 month Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage and the SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer . Required Qualifications: • Surgical Pathology subspecialty fellowship training in or greater than three years of sign-out experience in ENT or endocrine pathology is required. • Unrestricted WI Medical License required by start date. • Board eligible or board certified in anatomic pathology (AP) or combination of anatomic pathology and clinical pathology (AP/CP) by the American Board of Pathology (ABP). Preferred Qualifications: • For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on CHS Track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the CHS Track. Education: MD or DO or equivalent How to Apply: Click the "Apply" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents: • Cover Letter • Resume • List of contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice. Applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. All applicants will be notified after the search is complete and a candidate has been selected. The deadline for assuring full consideration is July 5, 2026; however, the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled. The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you chose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees. Contact Information: Tia Seguin, tia.seguin@wisc.edu , 608-263-3731 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1: See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit the Human Resources Workplace Poster website . To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you. Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct, including sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). 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