Molecular Pathologist
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Job Description
The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic in Florida is seeking a Molecular Pathologist to work in a large academic group practice setting.
The ideal candidate will have experience in advanced molecular diagnostics, including next-generation sequencing and genomic DNA methylation profiling for neoplasia.
The candidate will also have experience in development & validation of LDTs, implementing and monitoring QA & QC, and interpretation of laboratory results in a clinical (hospital/ in-patient and clinics/ outpatient) setting.
The candidate will share responsibilities in lab management and participate in research and departmental educational programs. Preferences will be given to candidates who have at least two or more years’ experience post-ABMGG fellowship, and those who have worked in a high-complexity clinical molecular laboratory.
Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, is a unique practice environment, focused on the needs of the patient and dedicated to collegiality and teamwork. Our clinical pathology laboratory offers a robust and rapidly growing test menu. The selected candidate will join a group of >40 pathology consultants.
All Surgical and Clinical pathologists have subspecialty expertise and participate in scholarly activities through research and education. The practice offers a stimulating environment for professional growth and career development.
The new faculty member will work closely with our multi-disciplinary teams of physicians from surgical oncology, medical oncology, neurosurgeons, transplant, and translational researchers to develop molecular panels and testing for different neoplastic and non-neoplastic diseases. The position includes an academic appointment with the College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic.
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report.
As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans [https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/] – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future.
And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations.
Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations.
Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
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Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" [https://www.eeoc.gov/poster].
Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify [https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf] and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Key Responsibilities
The Molecular Pathologist will perform advanced molecular diagnostics, including next-generation sequencing and genomic DNA methylation profiling, while managing laboratory operations. They will also participate in multidisciplinary research, departmental educational programs, and collaborate with clinical teams to develop molecular testing panels.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an MD degree with board certification in Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology, or both. Completion or near-completion of an ABMGG-accredited molecular fellowship is required, with preference given to those with two or more years of post-fellowship experience.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Molecular Pathologist at Mayo Clinic a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Pathology — ranked against 211 active Pathology listings on WeekdayDoc.
Pathology — Physician Career Context
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 8.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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