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Breast Pathologist, Irvine, CA

City of Hope
relocation assistance
United States, California, Irvine
Sep 11, 2026

City of Hope Medical Group Seeks an Academic Breast Pathologist to Join our Irvine Team

Join one of the nation's leading comprehensive cancer centers! City of Hope is seeking an academic subspecialty anatomic pathologist who is highly qualified and board-certified to meet the growing needs of our expanding Division of Anatomic Pathology. Candidates with expertise in oncologic surgical pathology, including breast pathology, gastrointestinal pathology, bone and soft tissue pathology, head and neck pathology, and related subspecialties, are encouraged to apply.

In addition to excellence in diagnostic pathology, candidates are expected to educate residents and fellows and develop a successful academic track record. The department has considerable opportunities for clinical, translational, and basic research. For more information please visit hereLennar Foundation Cancer Center (LFCC)andDepartment of Pathology

Position Highlights:

Provide patient-centered anatomic pathology services in collaboration with our nationally recognized and diverse team of oncologic physicians at City of Hope National Medical Center and Comprehensive Cancer Center in Los Angeles County, Orange County Lennar Foundation Cancer Center, and national cancer center sites in Phoenix, Chicago, and Atlanta through our digital pathology initiative.

This full-time anatomic pathology position reports directly to the Division Chief of Anatomic Pathology and the Chair of the Department of Pathology.

Position Benefits:

  • Excellent benefits package, including a generous retirement contribution plan.
  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Base Salary Range: $310k to $480k.The range listed is exclusively for base compensation for full-time employment and does not include incentive compensation or benefits. Actual compensation will be adjusted for experience, training, hospital/community need and other factors.

Benefits information:City of Hope Medical Group Benefits

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • Applicants must have an MD or equivalent medical degree and possess or be eligible for an unrestricted California medical license.
  • Board certification in Anatomic Pathology or Anatomic and Clinical Pathology by the American Board of Pathology (or equivalent) is required.
  • Fellowship training and demonstrated expertise in one or more surgical pathology subspecialties are required. Preferred areas include breast pathology, gastrointestinal pathology, bone and soft tissue pathology, and head and neck pathology.
  • Experience in the diagnosis of complex oncologic pathology cases within an academic medical center, cancer center, or similarly specialized practice environment is highly preferred.
  • Candidates must possess excellent communication skills and experience collaborating with multidisciplinary clinical and research teams.
  • Medical licensure in Arizona, Illinois, or Georgia is desirable.
  • Applicants should demonstrate evidence of scholarly activity, including research and publication productivity.
  • Academic accomplishments consistent with appointment at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level are preferred.

City of Hope

City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center at its core, City of Hope's uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago, and Phoenix areas.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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