Staff Pathologist - Redwood City, CA

June 5, 2026

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Help us change livesAt Exact Sciences, we’re helping change how the world prevents, detects and guides treatment for cancer. We give patients and clinicians the clarity needed to make confident decisions when they matter most. Join our team to find a purpose-driven career, an inclusive culture, and robust benefits to support your life while you’re working to help others.Position OverviewThe Staff Pathologist plays a critical role in Exact Sciences’ precision oncology mission by providing expert histopathologic evaluation of breast and colon cancer specimens that support the Oncotype DX ® genomic testing portfolio. In this role, the Staff Pathologist reviews and annotates histologic slides from formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tumor tissue to confirm tumor characteristics and guide downstream molecular analyses used to generate clinically actionable Recurrence Scores that inform treatment decisions. The Staff Pathologist operates within a CAP-accredited, CLIA-certified high-complexity clinical laboratory and collaborates closely with pathology, laboratory operations, bioinformatics, and clinical teams to ensure the highest standards of quality and scientific rigor.Beyond case review, the Staff Pathologist contributes to the continuous improvement of pathology workflows and laboratory processes while representing Exact Sciences within the broader pathology community through engagement in national meetings, professional societies, and committee service. This position supports a collaborative pathology team and requires on-site presence one day per week at the Redwood City, California laboratory.This is an on-site position with the expectation of 1 day per week in the laboratory.Essential Dutiesinclude but are not limited to the following:<ul><li>Provide the highest quality professional pathology services for Clinical Laboratory Operations; including microscopic examination and annotation of H&E stained slides and microscopic interpretation of IHC stained slides.</li><li>Develop, improve, and support clinical and business processes in the Clinical Pathology function.</li><li>Review submitted pathology reports and materials.</li><li>Discuss pathology findings with submitting pathologists in a timely manner.</li><li>Provide pathology input and consultation to Customer Service, Marketing, and Medical Affairs.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Histology, Clinical Lab Science, Lab Operations, Customer Service/Accessioning and IT to ensure high quality and efficient operations.</li><li>Participate in the Pathology Quality Assurance and Improvement Program.</li><li>Participate in various events; including Operations, Case Review Team, Consensus Conference, weekly Pathologist and quarterly GHI Consultant Pathologist meetings.</li><li>Understand Exact Sciences’ Laboratory Management requirements, which are informed by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and College of American Pathologists (CAP) regulations.</li><li>Attend, prepare, and submit pathology abstracts describing Exact Sciences’ clinical laboratory experience in appropriate meetings; including San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS), American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Breast, United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology (USCAP), CAP, and Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP).</li><li>Present pathology related posters/platform talks at meetings.</li><li>Actively participate in national pathology organizations and seek service committee membership.</li><li>Assist in writing and submitting pathology manuscripts related to the commercial process.</li><li>Support Exact Sciences' Customer Service and Medical Affairs Teams with outreach calls and answering MD’s pathology related questions, single gene discordances, and queries about Recurrence Score values.</li><li>Develop professional relationships with key internal Exact Sciences functions including Information Technology, Sales and Marketing, Medical Affairs, Process Engineering, and Clinical Laboratory.</li><li>Ability to adapt to changing methods and technologies.</li><li>Ability to innovate and proactively solve problems.</li><li>Ability to analyze complex issues and make sound decisions in a timely manner. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Ability to remain professional and composed under pressure.</li><li>Ability to respond to difficult issues quickly, fairly, and ethically.</li><li>Ability to interact productively with Customer Service personnel in a timely, supportive fashion. </li><li>Ability to work productively in a team-environment and solve problems.</li><li>Ability to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner.</li><li>Ability to prioritize and drive to results with a high emphasis on quality.</li><li>Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.</li><li>Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.</li><li>Regular and reliable attendance.</li><li>Ability to lift up to 10 pounds for approximately 5% of a typical working day.</li><li>Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 80% of a typical working day.</li><li>Ability to travel 10% of working time away from work location, may include overnight/weekend travel.</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications<ul><li>Doctor of Medicine (M.D.).</li><li>Board-certified in Anatomical and Clinical Pathology.</li><li>Completion of a Surgical Pathology and/or Cytology Fellowship.</li><li>3+ years of clinical practice experience.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to perform diagnostic surgical pathology skills.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to provide a strong patient-centric and customer service orientation.</li><li>Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>California License to practice medicine.</li><li>Subspecialty training in breast, urologic, or molecular pathology in a prior industry.</li></ul>#LI-AJ1Salary Range:$233,000.00 - $350,000.00 The annual base salary shown is for this position located in US - CA - Redwood City on a full-time basis. In addition, this position is bonus eligible.Exact Sciences is proud to offer an employee experience that includes paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time), paid leave for parents and caregivers, a retirement savings plan, wellness support, and health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our <a href="https://careers.exactsciences.com/benefits" target="_blank">benefits</a>.Our success relies on the experiences and perspectives of a diverse team, and Exact Sciences fosters a culture where all employees can develop personally and professionally with a sense of respect and belonging. If you require an accommodation, please contact us <a href="mailto:neo@exactsciences.com?subject=Exact%20Sciences%20Recruiting" target="_blank">here</a>.Not ready to apply? Join our <a href="http://exactsciences.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Exact_Sciences/introduceYourself" target="_blank">Talent Community</a> to stay updated on the latest news and opportunities at Exact Sciences.We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, and any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.To view the Right to Work, E-Verify Employer, and Pay Transparency notices and Federal, Federal Contractor, and State employment law posters, visit our <a href="https://exactsciences.box.com/s/gj6pxvld7g6rnhvum3cttfdevppp34s2" target="_blank">compliance hub</a>. The documents summarize important details of the law and provide key points that you have a right to know.

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