Chairperson, Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine

About the role

The American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine seeks a distinguished leader to serve as Chairperson of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. This senior academic position oversees a comprehensive suite of diagnostic services, education programs, and research initiatives supporting the AUB Medical Center.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic vision and operational leadership for both anatomic and clinical pathology services.
• Ensure laboratory accreditation (CAP) and maintain the highest standards of quality, safety, and diagnostic accuracy.
• Develop and oversee ACGME‑I accredited residency programs and medical student clerkships.
• Foster translational and basic research, securing funding and promoting precision‑medicine initiatives.
• Manage departmental budgets, staffing, and resource allocation.

Required profile

• Medical degree with formal training in pathology, laboratory medicine, or a closely related discipline.
• Academic rank of Associate Professor or Professor.
• Proven leadership experience with a record of excellence in clinical practice, education, and research.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate advanced diagnostic technologies into clinical workflows.

Required skills

• Molecular diagnostics
• Genomic testing
• Clinical pathology
• Anatomic pathology
• CAP accreditation processes