Oncologic Pathologist
Caris Life Sciences
August 30, 2026
On-site
Phoenix, AZ
Medical Affairs
Position Summary
The Pathologist, with expertise in Oncology and/or Molecular Pathology, will analyze laboratory and clinical aspects of high-complexity tests to provide up-to-date clinically relevant pathological diagnoses, interpret immunohistochemistry (IHC) and in situ hybridization (ISH) tests, select tumor areas for molecular analyses, and explain the clinical and pathological significance of interpretations.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct pathologic examination of submitted specimens.
- Evaluate specimen adequacy and recommend when limited specimen is available.
- Interpret IHC and ISH stains.
- Review batch and instrument quality control stains as needed.
- Render comprehensive diagnoses to help clinicians treat patients.
- Review tumor profiling elements and sign out reports.
- Consult with peer Pathologists as needed.
- Participate in Quality Assurance programs and intradepartmental conferences.
- May train and supervise pathology assistants, residents, and fellows.
- Follow established policies, procedures, and quality/safety/control standards.
- Promote/improve relationships with clinicians and the pathology community.
- Assist with Pharma Services projects and other related duties.
Required Qualifications
- M.D. or D.O. with AP or AP/CP Board certification (if >2 years’ experience) or Board eligibility.
- Licensure eligibility in Arizona and other states.
- Ability to provide tumor profiling support and advance oncology science.
- Ability to learn internal diagnostic software.
- Knowledge/experience using diagnostic equipment (microscope, computer).
- Effective communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic business Internet use.
Preferred Qualifications
- Subspecialty fellowship training in Molecular Pathology and/or other surgical pathology subspecialties (preferred).
- Publications using IHC, ISH, or molecular genetic testing in cancer investigations.
Other
- Full-time on-site position in Phoenix, AZ; one weekend day per week.
- Pre-employment process: criminal background check, drug screening, credit check (for certain positions), and reference verification.
The Pathologist, with expertise in Oncology and/or Molecular Pathology, will analyze laboratory and clinical aspects of high-complexity tests to provide up-to-date clinically relevant pathological diagnoses, interpret immunohistochemistry (IHC) and in situ hybridization (ISH) tests, select tumor areas for molecular analyses, and explain the clinical and pathological significance of interpretations.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct pathologic examination of submitted specimens.
- Evaluate specimen adequacy and recommend when limited specimen is available.
- Interpret IHC and ISH stains.
- Review batch and instrument quality control stains as needed.
- Render comprehensive diagnoses to help clinicians treat patients.
- Review tumor profiling elements and sign out reports.
- Consult with peer Pathologists as needed.
- Participate in Quality Assurance programs and intradepartmental conferences.
- May train and supervise pathology assistants, residents, and fellows.
- Follow established policies, procedures, and quality/safety/control standards.
- Promote/improve relationships with clinicians and the pathology community.
- Assist with Pharma Services projects and other related duties.
Required Qualifications
- M.D. or D.O. with AP or AP/CP Board certification (if >2 years’ experience) or Board eligibility.
- Licensure eligibility in Arizona and other states.
- Ability to provide tumor profiling support and advance oncology science.
- Ability to learn internal diagnostic software.
- Knowledge/experience using diagnostic equipment (microscope, computer).
- Effective communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic business Internet use.
Preferred Qualifications
- Subspecialty fellowship training in Molecular Pathology and/or other surgical pathology subspecialties (preferred).
- Publications using IHC, ISH, or molecular genetic testing in cancer investigations.
Other
- Full-time on-site position in Phoenix, AZ; one weekend day per week.
- Pre-employment process: criminal background check, drug screening, credit check (for certain positions), and reference verification.