Oncologic Pathologist
Caris Life Sciences
June 26, 2026
On-site
Phoenix, AZ
Clinical Research and Development
Position Summary
The Pathologist (expertise in Oncology and/or Molecular Pathology) analyzes high-complexity laboratory and clinical tests to provide up-to-date, clinically relevant pathological diagnoses; interprets immunohistochemical (IHC) and in situ hybridization (ISH) tests; selects tumor areas for molecular analyses; and explains the clinical and pathological significance of findings.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct pathologic examination of submitted specimens.
- Evaluate specimen adequacy and recommend when limited specimen is available.
- Interpret IHC stains.
- Interpret ISH stains.
- Review batch and instrument quality control stains as needed.
- Render comprehensive diagnoses to support clinician treatment decisions.
- 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 policies/procedures, continuous quality improvement, and safety/control standards.
- Promote and improve relationships with clinicians and the pathology community.
- Assist with Pharma Services projects.
- Perform other related duties/special projects as required.
Required Qualifications
- M.D. or D.O.; AP or AP/CP board certification (if >2 years experience) or board eligibility.
- Eligibility for licensure in Arizona and other states.
- Ability to provide high-level 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 Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); general Internet use for business.
Preferred Qualifications
- Fellowship training in Molecular Pathology and/or other surgical pathology subspecialties (preferred, not required).
- Publications using IHC, ISH, or molecular genetic testing methods (especially in cancer).
Training
- Job-specific, safety, and compliance training assigned based on job functions.
Other
- Full-time on-site position in Phoenix, AZ; one weekend day per week required.
The Pathologist (expertise in Oncology and/or Molecular Pathology) analyzes high-complexity laboratory and clinical tests to provide up-to-date, clinically relevant pathological diagnoses; interprets immunohistochemical (IHC) and in situ hybridization (ISH) tests; selects tumor areas for molecular analyses; and explains the clinical and pathological significance of findings.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct pathologic examination of submitted specimens.
- Evaluate specimen adequacy and recommend when limited specimen is available.
- Interpret IHC stains.
- Interpret ISH stains.
- Review batch and instrument quality control stains as needed.
- Render comprehensive diagnoses to support clinician treatment decisions.
- 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 policies/procedures, continuous quality improvement, and safety/control standards.
- Promote and improve relationships with clinicians and the pathology community.
- Assist with Pharma Services projects.
- Perform other related duties/special projects as required.
Required Qualifications
- M.D. or D.O.; AP or AP/CP board certification (if >2 years experience) or board eligibility.
- Eligibility for licensure in Arizona and other states.
- Ability to provide high-level 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 Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); general Internet use for business.
Preferred Qualifications
- Fellowship training in Molecular Pathology and/or other surgical pathology subspecialties (preferred, not required).
- Publications using IHC, ISH, or molecular genetic testing methods (especially in cancer).
Training
- Job-specific, safety, and compliance training assigned based on job functions.
Other
- Full-time on-site position in Phoenix, AZ; one weekend day per week required.