Division Director of Laboratory Medicine

About the Role

Step into a rare leadership opportunity at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where academic excellence, clinical impact, and innovation converge. The Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology seeks a physician leader to serve as Director of the Division of Laboratory Medicine. This role offers the chance to guide a well-established, high-performing division while helping shape its next phase of growth.

Reporting to the Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs, you will lead the clinical, academic, and educational missions of laboratory medicine across the enterprise. You will partner with operational leadership, mentor a diverse faculty, and steward laboratory strategy during a period of expansion, including new laboratory space and increased reference testing opportunities. This is an opportunity to step into a strong foundation, bring vision to a respected program, and influence care delivery across one of the nation's leading academic medical centers.

About the Team

You will lead the Division of Laboratory Medicine within the Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology, providing strategic oversight for clinical, academic, and educational programs spanning nine laboratory service lines. You will mentor and develop a faculty of 28 physicians and scientists with varied experience levels and serve as the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments Medical Director for Vanderbilt Medical Laboratories across the health system.

Collaborating closely with a dyad operational partner, you will support quality, efficiency, and growth. You will oversee laboratory medicine within a large, complex academic medical center environment, stepping into a program that is operationally strong, stable, and positioned for continued expansion. You will help guide insourcing strategies and reference laboratory growth at enterprise scale, practicing in newly built, state-of-the-art laboratory space as facilities continue to expand.

Community Information

Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt offers access to a vibrant, growing metropolitan area known for opportunity, culture, and livability. Nashville blends big-city energy with approachable neighborhoods, short commutes, and a strong sense of community. U.S. News & World Report named Nashville among the Best Places to Live in Tennessee and Best Big Cities to Live in the U.S., earning an Overall Livability Score of 78 with A+ grades for amenities and commute. Niche reports an overall B+ grade for Nashville, highlighting strong jobs, diversity, and nightlife.

Filled with Southern charm, scenic beauty, boot-scootin' dance halls, and country music at every turn, "Music City, USA" is always a fascinating destination. Traveling healthcare professionals who take an assignment in Nashville have the opportunity to enjoy the city's lively music scene, historic attractions, local craft markets, and festive clubs.

Equal Opportunity

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.