What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forensic Pathology Fellow 2026-2027 position at Harris County?
Mission
The Mission of the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is to provide medical examiner and crime laboratory services of the highest quality in an unbiased manner with uncompromised integrity.
Vision
To provide consistent, quality death investigation and laboratory analysis for the benefit of the entire community.
To create a technological strongpoint for legal agencies to facilitate justice in criminal and civil proceedings.
To establish an academic environment for training in the field of Forensic Science.
Brief Fellowship Overview:
The forensic fellowship is designed to furnish to an already trained pathologist the fundamental philosophy, skills, and knowledge needed to carry out proper medico legal death investigations.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Conducts and completes, in a timely manner, such investigations, autopsies and examinations as are needed to fulfill the requirements of "Article 49.25", Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and such other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Medical Examiner or Deputy Chief Medical Examiner.
The Fellow performs medical-legal investigation under the supervision of the Assistant Medical Examiner.
Fellow participates in the departmental teaching and research function arising from the nature of the departmental duties and responsibilities.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
TRANSCRIPTS MAY REQUIRED PRIOR TO INTERVIEW; OFFICIAL CERTIFIED ORIGINAL TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ANY JOB OFFER.
Education:
Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy from an accredited U.S. medical or foreign equivalent
Completion of ACGME (Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education) approved postgraduate residency program in anatomical or anatomical/clinical pathology by date of hire.
Additional Requirements:
Applicant must be enrolled through the NRMP (National Resident Matching Program) in addition to submitting application through Harris County.
Must pass criminal background check and drug / alcohol screening (prior to and randomly after employment)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
The Fellow shall be a Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy, skilled in the practice of pathology, certified or eligible for certification by the American Board of Pathology.
The Fellow must be skilled in the practice of medicine, and pathology and be able to demonstrate and improve skills in forensic pathology with experience and training during the yearlong program.
The Fellow shall be able to acquire a Texas licensure or appropriate training permit from the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners prior to the date of employment.
The Fellow must be able to follow the rules of procedures of Harris County.
The Fellow must maintain dress, demeanor, and interpersonal relationships conducive to the credibility of the Department.
The Fellow must be able to communicate effectively in the English language and develop skills in presenting proper cognitive scientific opinion testimony.
The Fellow must be willing to participate in the departmental programs and must be sensitive to the religious or appropriate needs of others concerned with death case investigation.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Consideration will be given to residents pursing combined anatomic-forensic pathology certification, as per the American Board of Pathology.
In such circumstances, the applicant will have completed two full years of training in anatomic pathology in an ACGME -accredited residency program.
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Full-Time | 40-hours
Salary:
$51.08 hourly rate
Based on 26 pay periods
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
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