Responsibilities

Allegheny County is seeking an accomplished forensic pathology professional and educator to serve as its next Academic Deputy Medical Examiner. This unique opportunity combines forensic pathology practice with leadership in medical education, fellowship and residency support, academic collaboration, and research within the Allegheny County Office of the Medical Examiner (ACOME).

Reporting to the Chief Medical Examiner or designee, the Academic Deputy Medical Examiner performs core forensic pathology duties including postmortem examinations, determination of cause and manner of death, courtroom testimony, and forensic consultation while also helping lead educational programming for medical students, pathology residents, forensic pathology fellows, and external educational partners. The successful candidate will support lecture development, curriculum initiatives, mentorship, scholarly activity, and interdisciplinary collaboration across academic and healthcare systems.

ACOME provides a highly collaborative multidisciplinary environment supported by experienced scene investigators, laboratory scientists, and ancillary specialists. The Office utilizes advanced Information Management Systems including BEAST and LIMS and provides comprehensive digital scene and examination photography resources for every case. Strong partnerships with UPMC, Allegheny Health Network, and the new College of Osteopathic Medicine at Duquesne University create exceptional opportunities for teaching, research, and academic engagement.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include:

MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Pennsylvania medical licensure at time of hire
Completion of residency training in Anatomic Pathology and fellowship training in Forensic Pathology Board Certification in Anatomic and Forensic Pathology, or eligibility for certification through the American Board of Pathology
Strong teaching, communication, and collaborative skills

This position is ideal for a forensic pathologist passionate about education, mentorship, research, and advancing the next generation of forensic medicine professionals in a nationally recognized academic and healthcare environment.

Compensation

Salary Range: $290,000–$300,000

Allegheny County offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

Medical coverage through Highmark and UPMC
Dental and vision plans
457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
Paid vacation and sick leave
Educational benefits including Student Loan Forgiveness
Professional development support

Residency Requirement: Residency within Allegheny County is required within one year of hire.

How to apply

For additional information and to apply, visit the Pracademic Partners job portal at https://www.pracademicpartners.com/current-recruitments. To express interest, please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three (3) professional references through the portal.

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