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Pathologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring a medical degree and state licensure. Academic medical centers, hospital systems, and reference labs actively file H-1B visa petitions for pathologists. Board certification in anatomic or clinical pathology strengthens your petition and supports prevailing wage compliance at Level III or IV.
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The CUNY School of Medicine (CUNY SoM) located in the heart of Harlem, New York, is the only medical school in the City University of New York system and the only public medical school in Manhattan. Building upon 50 years of success as the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, the institution transitioned to the CUNY School of Medicine (SoM) in 2016. The CUNY SoM offers an accelerated BS/MD degree (7-year program), Post-baccalaureate Master’s program (1-year), and a Physician Assistant Master's Degree (27 months program). True to its legacy of access, opportunity, and community transformation, the medical school's mission remains to recruit highly talented students as diverse as New York City itself. CUNY SoM places a special emphasis on the recruitment of those who are underrepresented in the field of medicine and on training high quality, supremely competent health professionals and scientists equipped to address the healthcare needs of New York's medically under-served communities. As a major priority, CUNY SoM also seeks to enhance the recruitment and retention of senior leadership, faculty, and staff to more closely reflect our student body.
The CUNY SoM has five departments: Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences (MCBS) was formed through the merger of several basic science departments and represents one of the four departments in the school (Community Health and Social Medicine, Medical Education, and Clinical Medicine). All departments play a critical role in our mission-driven BS/MD program, post-bac program and Physician Assistant program through the teaching of the basic science curriculum and by conducting extramurally funded research. The research agenda of the current members of the departments are centered on neuroscience, microbiology and immunology, cardiovascular disease, oncology, social determinants of health, and community health. The selected candidate will be placed in the most appropriate department based upon their credentials and experience.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Chair of either the MCBS, Medical Education, CHASM or Clinical Medicine department, the Pathologist will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
- Teach Pathology within pre-clerkship and clinical courses for medical and PA students
- Serve as a content expert contributing to integrated, systems-based curricula
- Develop, implement, and evaluate pathology components of the curriculum, including laboratory and technology-enhanced learning (digital platforms)
- Lead student-centered learning sessions across lecture, small group, and laboratory formats
- Participate in assessment activities, including practical examinations and curriculum evaluation
- Collaborate with faculty across disciplines to align instruction with institutional educational program objectives (EPOs), foundational competencies, and course-level learning outcomes
- Mentor and advise students on academic success and scholarly development
- Serve on institutional committees, including the curriculum committee and admissions
- Engage in scholarly activity
- Uphold an inclusive, equitable learning environment consistent with CUNY SOM’s mission
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Chair of the Department
- Collaborate with faculty members across disciplines to promote interdisciplinary teaching and research initiatives
- Engage in professional development activities, conferences, and scholarly communities to stay current in the field of pathology
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Chair of the Department
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctoral degree (Ph.D., D.O., M.D., or equivalent) in Pathology or a closely related health sciences field
- Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and student-centered learning in classroom laboratory, or related instructional settings
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Postdoctoral or fellowship training or equivalent advanced research experience in pathology or related biomedical or clinical sciences
- Experience teaching pathology in a medical, PA, or other health professions program
- Familiarity with clinically integrated pathology within organ-system-based curricula
- Experience collaborating across pre-clerkship and clerkship phases of MD training
- Proficiency with active learning methodologies, including PBL, CBL, and TBL
- Background in curriculum development, course administration, and assessment design
- Experience with educational technologies such as virtual pathology platforms, simulations or other digital learning tools
- Experience with student coaching and feedback
- Evidence of scholarly activity through publications, presentations, educational research, or grant-supported work
- Work within underserved populations
- Demonstrated commitment to addressing educational, health, and healthcare disparities
COMPENSATION
Medical Faculty (Open Rank)
Tenure-Track Appointments
- Medical Assistant Professor (Basic Science): $80,982 – $128,748
- Medical Associate Professor (Basic Science): $100,052 – $149,375
- Medical Professor (Basic Science): $119,128 – $169,995
Non–Tenure-Track Appointments
- Medical Clinical Professor (Med Series): $79,127 – $227,755
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.
CLOSING DATE
Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin on July 1, 2026.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 32389
Location: CUNY School of Medicine
INTRODUCTION
The CUNY School of Medicine (CUNY SoM) located in the heart of Harlem, New York, is the only medical school in the City University of New York system and the only public medical school in Manhattan. Building upon 50 years of success as the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, the institution transitioned to the CUNY School of Medicine (SoM) in 2016. The CUNY SoM offers an accelerated BS/MD degree (7-year program), Post-baccalaureate Master’s program (1-year), and a Physician Assistant Master's Degree (27 months program). True to its legacy of access, opportunity, and community transformation, the medical school's mission remains to recruit highly talented students as diverse as New York City itself. CUNY SoM places a special emphasis on the recruitment of those who are underrepresented in the field of medicine and on training high quality, supremely competent health professionals and scientists equipped to address the healthcare needs of New York's medically under-served communities. As a major priority, CUNY SoM also seeks to enhance the recruitment and retention of senior leadership, faculty, and staff to more closely reflect our student body.
The CUNY SoM has five departments: Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences (MCBS) was formed through the merger of several basic science departments and represents one of the four departments in the school (Community Health and Social Medicine, Medical Education, and Clinical Medicine). All departments play a critical role in our mission-driven BS/MD program, post-bac program and Physician Assistant program through the teaching of the basic science curriculum and by conducting extramurally funded research. The research agenda of the current members of the departments are centered on neuroscience, microbiology and immunology, cardiovascular disease, oncology, social determinants of health, and community health. The selected candidate will be placed in the most appropriate department based upon their credentials and experience.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Chair of either the MCBS, Medical Education, CHASM or Clinical Medicine department, the Pathologist will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
- Teach Pathology within pre-clerkship and clinical courses for medical and PA students
- Serve as a content expert contributing to integrated, systems-based curricula
- Develop, implement, and evaluate pathology components of the curriculum, including laboratory and technology-enhanced learning (digital platforms)
- Lead student-centered learning sessions across lecture, small group, and laboratory formats
- Participate in assessment activities, including practical examinations and curriculum evaluation
- Collaborate with faculty across disciplines to align instruction with institutional educational program objectives (EPOs), foundational competencies, and course-level learning outcomes
- Mentor and advise students on academic success and scholarly development
- Serve on institutional committees, including the curriculum committee and admissions
- Engage in scholarly activity
- Uphold an inclusive, equitable learning environment consistent with CUNY SOM’s mission
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Chair of the Department
- Collaborate with faculty members across disciplines to promote interdisciplinary teaching and research initiatives
- Engage in professional development activities, conferences, and scholarly communities to stay current in the field of pathology
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Chair of the Department
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctoral degree (Ph.D., D.O., M.D., or equivalent) in Pathology or a closely related health sciences field
- Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and student-centered learning in classroom laboratory, or related instructional settings
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Postdoctoral or fellowship training or equivalent advanced research experience in pathology or related biomedical or clinical sciences
- Experience teaching pathology in a medical, PA, or other health professions program
- Familiarity with clinically integrated pathology within organ-system-based curricula
- Experience collaborating across pre-clerkship and clerkship phases of MD training
- Proficiency with active learning methodologies, including PBL, CBL, and TBL
- Background in curriculum development, course administration, and assessment design
- Experience with educational technologies such as virtual pathology platforms, simulations or other digital learning tools
- Experience with student coaching and feedback
- Evidence of scholarly activity through publications, presentations, educational research, or grant-supported work
- Work within underserved populations
- Demonstrated commitment to addressing educational, health, and healthcare disparities
COMPENSATION
Medical Faculty (Open Rank)
Tenure-Track Appointments
- Medical Assistant Professor (Basic Science): $80,982 – $128,748
- Medical Associate Professor (Basic Science): $100,052 – $149,375
- Medical Professor (Basic Science): $119,128 – $169,995
Non–Tenure-Track Appointments
- Medical Clinical Professor (Med Series): $79,127 – $227,755
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.
CLOSING DATE
Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin on July 1, 2026.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 32389
Location: CUNY School of Medicine
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Pathologist
Confirm your board certification pathway early
USCIS scrutinizes whether your foreign medical degree and residency training satisfy U.S. specialty occupation standards. Having American Board of Pathology eligibility documented before your employer files removes a common RFE trigger in pathologist petitions.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing authority
Academic medical centers and hospital systems affiliated with universities can file H-1B petitions year-round outside the annual cap lottery. Prioritize faculty-track or research-integrated pathologist roles at these institutions to avoid lottery timing uncertainty.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter pathologist openings by employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history using Migrate Mate. This narrows your search to employers who have actively sponsored pathologists, not just those who list sponsorship as theoretically possible.
Request the LCA before signing any offer
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and post it at your work location before USCIS adjudicates your H-1B. Confirm the LCA is in process and that your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your subspecialty using the OFLC Wage Search.
Document subspecialty training for SOC code alignment
Pathology covers multiple SOC codes depending on subspecialty, and a mismatch between your training and the employer's LCA SOC code invites scrutiny. Pull your O*NET occupation profile and verify it aligns with your fellowship training and the specific role scope.
Use premium processing if your start date is fixed
USCIS offers premium processing for H-1B petitions, returning a decision within 15 business days. If your hospital credentialing timeline or a fellowship end date creates a hard start window, premium processing reduces the risk of a gap in authorized employment.
H-1B Visa Pathologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a pathologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Pathology requires a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, followed by residency training and typically fellowship-level subspecialty training. USCIS classifies roles requiring this level of education as specialty occupations. Board certification through the American Board of Pathology further strengthens the classification and reduces the likelihood of a Request for Evidence on the educational requirement.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for pathologists?
Academic medical centers, large hospital networks, Veterans Affairs facilities, and national reference laboratories are the most active H-1B sponsors for pathologist roles. Academic and government-affiliated hospitals often qualify as cap-exempt employers, meaning they can file outside the annual H-1B lottery. You can identify employers with documented LCA filing history for pathologist roles through Migrate Mate.
How does state medical licensure affect my H-1B petition as a pathologist?
USCIS requires that you hold or be eligible for the state medical license required to practice at your employer's location. Many states allow you to file for H-1B approval while your full license is pending, provided you have a temporary or training license. Your employer should confirm the licensure requirement in the specialty occupation letter included with the I-129 petition to avoid adjudication delays.
Can I switch pathologist employers while on H-1B status?
Yes, under H-1B portability rules established by AC21, you can start working for a new employer once they file a new I-129 petition on your behalf, as long as your prior H-1B was approved and you've been in valid status. Your new employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and submit the I-129 before your current authorized period ends. There's no cap-lottery requirement for transfers.
What prevailing wage level applies to most pathologist H-1B filings?
Most pathologist positions are filed at DOL prevailing wage Level III or Level IV, reflecting the experienced and fully competent nature of independent diagnostic work. The specific wage depends on your SOC code, work location, and subspecialty. You can look up the applicable prevailing wage for your role and location using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer, so you understand the floor your employer must meet.