Job Title: Pediatric Pathologist, Anatomic Pathology (Assistant Professor)

Location: Houston, Texas

 

Overview:

The Department of Pathology at Texas Children's Hospital (TCH) is seeking to expand its faculty in the Division of Anatomic Pathology with an M.D., D.O. or M.D./Ph.D. board-certified or board-eligible pediatric pathologist. Academic appointment will be at the level of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in the Department of Pathology & Immunology at Baylor College of Medicine. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with experience.

 

Other Divisions within the Department of Pathology include Community Pathology, Discovery, Genomic Medicine, Laboratory Medicine, Pathology Informatics, and Transfusion Medicine & Coagulation. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

-This individual should be well-established in an AP subspecialty. Subspecialties within the AP Division include Pediatric Pathology, Cytopathology and Neuropathology. AP services include surgical, cardiac, autopsy, gynecologic, placental/perinatal, renal, transplant and ultrastructural pathology.

-Faculty members are expected to contribute to scholarly activities, as well as pathology resident and fellow education.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Interested individuals must possess Board certification in Anatomic Pathology or Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology through the American Board of Pathology. Board-certification or Board-eligibility in Pediatric Pathology is required. Candidates must also be eligible for an active, unrestricted Texas medical license. Primary service responsibilities will include pediatric and perinatal/placental pathology. Secondary coverage of adult gynecologic pathology, medical renal pathology, cytopathology, or congenital cardiac disease pathology is desirable.

 

Work Schedule and Environment:

-Standard five-day workweek.

-Typical hours: 8 AM to 5 PM, with occasional extension to 6 PM.

 

Community & Location Highlights:

-This position will be in Houston, Texas at the institution's main campus location.

 

Application Process & Timeline:

-Immediate hire desired, with preference for candidates who can start early 2026.

-The process begins with a video interview, followed by an on-site visit for final candidates. 

 

FACTS AND INTRODUCTION TO HOUSTON, TEXAS:

Houston, the fourth-largest city in the United States, is a vibrant metropolis that embodies the spirit of Texas. Founded in 1836 and named after General Sam Houston, the city has grown into a diverse hub of culture, commerce, and innovation. Here are some highlights of Houston:

 

Cultural and Historical Attractions:

-Space Center Houston: This is a must-see attraction where you can learn about NASA's space missions and even see real spacecraft.

-Museum District: Home to 19 museums, including the Museum of Fine Arts and the Houston Museum of Natural Science, this area is perfect for art and history enthusiasts.

-Historic Houston Heights: This neighborhood offers a charming mix of historic homes, unique shops, and local eateries .

 

Outdoor Activities

-Memorial Park: One of the largest urban parks in the U.S., it offers hiking, biking, and picnicking opportunities.

-Hermann Park: Another beautiful green space where you can enjoy outdoor activities and visit the Houston Zoo . 

 

Food and Dining:

-Tex-Mex Cuisine: Houston is renowned for its Tex-Mex food, with popular spots like Ninfa’s on Navigation serving some of the best fajitas and enchiladas in town.

-Vietnamese Cuisine: The city also boasts a thriving Vietnamese food scene, with places like Pho Binh offering delicious pho.

-Fine Dining: For a more upscale experience, try Brennan’s of Houston, known for its sophisticated Creole cuisine .

 

Sports and Entertainment:

-Toyota Center: Home to the NBA’s Houston Rockets, this indoor arena is a great spot for sports fans.

-Port of Houston: Established in 1914, this port is one of the largest and busiest in the U.S., playing a significant role in

 

Facts & Figures:

-Harris County population: 7,800,000.

-Houston Metropolitan population: 2,400,000.

-More than 45,000 acres of parks and recreation within Harris County.

-Houston has the THIRD LARGEST number of FORTUNE 500 companies in the nation.

-If Houston were a country, it would rank as the 22nd largest economy in the world — exceeding Argentina and Belgium’s Gross Domestic Product.

-Houston leads the nation in exports with $180.9 billion in goods and commodities sent abroad last year.

-Colleges and universities in the Houston area enrolled nearly 443,000 students across 33 academic institutions in fall ’24.

-Houston has amazing restaurants with over 13,000 establishments.

-Drama, ballet, opera, and orchestra perform year round in Houston: more than 550 institutions are devoted to performing and visual arts, science, and history in the Houston area. According to the 2023 Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 study conducted by Americans for the Arts, the nonprofit arts and culture industry in the City of Houston generated approximately $1.3 billion.