Faculty - Forensic Pathologist
Company: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. Sch
Location: Kalamazoo
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Overview: The Department of Pathology at Western
Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is
seeking a full-time Forensic Pathologist at the Assistant,
Associate, or Full Professor level to join six (6) board-certified
forensic pathologists in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The ideal candidate
will perform medicolegal autopsies, supervise death investigations
completed by Medical Examiner Investigators, teach medical students
and the forensic pathology fellow, and develop a program of
scholarly inquiry. In 2024, our office investigated over 4,800
deaths, and we performed over 1,600 postmortem examinations. We are
committed to creating a workplace that provides work-life balance
and allows you to pursue your academic interests. Salaries are very
competitive and are based on academic rank and years of service.
For additional information about our office, visit our website at
mimedicalexaminer.com. Highlights: NAME Accredited. Medical
Examiner for 13 Michigan counties and consultant for several
additional area counties in Michigan and Indiana. 330,000 square
foot state-of-the-art facility. Full-body digital x-ray imaging
device and a mobile computed tomography (CT) scanner. On-site
neuropathologies, anthropologists, toxicologists, and histology
services. Toxicology testing through AXIS Forensic Toxicology, with
short turnaround times. Responsibilities: Perform forensic
pathology, hospital autopsies, and conduct activities of a medical
examiner practice. Interprets reports made by physicians,
pathologists and toxicologists. Confers with medical and
investigative personnel in making determinations as to the cause
and circumstance of death. Consults with Law enforcement, the
District Attorney, and attorneys in the preparation of court cases.
Provide expert testimony and advise the Prosecutor’s Office in
criminal proceedings relating to deaths. Prepares reports of
findings. Participates in medical students' education through
curriculum development and elective opportunities. Conduct
research. Assists the Department Chair with National Association of
Medical Examiners accreditation. Availability to work on weekends
or evenings to complete time-sensitive projects. Acquires knowledge
for new technology and policy/procedure revisions. All other duties
as assigned. Qualifications: Physician (MD or DO) with board
certification by the American Board of Pathology in Anatomic
Pathology Board-certified/eligible with the American Board of
Pathology in Forensic Pathology. Candidates should be academically
oriented, preferably with experience in medical education Licensure
to practice in the state of Michigan.
Keywords: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. Sch, Kentwood , Faculty - Forensic Pathologist, Healthcare , Kalamazoo, Michigan
