Position Overview
Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
Division of Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology
Eastern Ontario Regional Laboratory Association (EORLA), The Ottawa Hospital and the University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Applications are invited for a full-time academic surgical pathologist position available immediately. We seek candidates with residency training in anatomical pathology and additional fellowship training in hematopathology. Expertise in another surgical subspecialty such as breast, gynecologic, or gastrointestinal pathology is strongly encouraged.
The successful candidate will join a collegial team of over 40 pathologists representing every subspecialty in anatomical pathology. Our division operates a fully subspecialized model, with an annual surgical pathology volume exceeding 120,000 cases and a high proportion of gastrointestinal, gynecologic, and breast specimens. Each pathologist participates in one or two additional subspecialties beyond their primary focus, fostering depth and breadth of expertise.
Compensation and benefits are aligned with the Uniform Minimum Level of Compensation (UMLC) for Ontario pathologists, with an annual remuneration of approximately CAD $418,000. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. The position remains open until filled.
Basic Requirements
Applicants must hold an MD degree, be eligible for licensure in Ontario, and possess Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification (or equivalent board certification) in Anatomical Pathology. Successful candidates will be appointed to the University of Ottawa with opportunities for teaching, collaborative research, and academic advancement. Rank will be based on experience in accordance with university guidelines.
As a pre-condition of employment, all new EORLA employees will be required to obtain and provide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check dated within six (6) months from the date of issue.
*Mandatory Vaccination Policy*
Per EORLA's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, if you are successful in the selection process, an offer of employment is conditional upon presentation of government issued documentation confirming that you have been fully vaccinated with a vaccine that has been approved in Canada. Any individual who cannot be vaccinated on medical grounds or other grounds recognized by the Human Rights Code can request an accommodation.
Please note that with respect to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ontario Human Rights Commission’s (OHRC) position has been that a singular belief or personal preference against vaccinations and/or masks is not protected on the ground of creed under the Code.
About the Division of Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology
The Division of Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology at The Ottawa Hospital processes more than 120,000 surgical pathology specimens, 20,000 cytology specimens, 100 hospital autopsies, and 1,100 forensic autopsies annually. The division operates on a fully digital pathology platform, enabling remote sign-out and flexible work arrangements for staff pathologists. The division is further supported by a state-of-the-art molecular oncology laboratory with next-generation sequencing and other advanced platforms, which enable precision diagnostics and support clinical trials.
About EORLA https://www.eorla.ca/
Eastern Ontario Regional Laboratory Association (EORLA) operates 18 licensed hospital-based clinical labs across Eastern Ontario, including The Ottawa Hospital and the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. EORLA’s team comprises over 725 medical laboratory professionals, 70 medical and scientific staff members, and 15 pathology residents.
About The Ottawa Hospital
The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is one of Canada’s largest academic health sciences centers, known for excellence in patient care, research, and education. With three campuses, over 1,200 inpatient beds, and a close partnership with the University of Ottawa, TOH leads in complex tertiary and quaternary care. The hospital is actively expanding its research and innovation efforts and preparing to open a state-of-the-art Civic Campus, which will transform healthcare delivery in the region.
About Ottawa https://ottawa.ca/en/living-ottawa
Ottawa is Canada’s capital, a multicultural and affordable city with a vibrant cultural life, abundant outdoor recreation, and the country's highest concentration of scientists and engineers per capita.
This advertisement is directed primarily, but not solely, to citizens or permanent residents of Canada. Bilingualism is an asset but not a requirement.
Application Process
Send by email: Curriculum vitae, a letter of interest, and the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three references to:
Nicole Lister, Administrative Assistant
Dr. Jason Wasserman, MD PhD FRCPC
EORLA Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology
Email: nlister@eorla.ca
Jason K. Wasserman, MD PhD FRCPC
Division Head, Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology
Associate Professor, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
Regional Discipline Lead, EORLA
Pathology Lead, Champlain Regional Cancer Program
The Ottawa Hospital / University of Ottawa
Email: jwasserman@toh.ca
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Eastern Ontario Regional Laboratory Association (EORLA) is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.
Application Information
Please submit your online application by 11:59 p.m. EST the day the job posting closes. It is mandatory that you provide a thoroughly completed application with all the necessary information to help us determine whether you meet the qualifications as outlined on the job posting. Failure to do so will result in your being screened out of the competition. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance.