Lead, Pathologist
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African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is recruiting a Lead Pathologist to provide expert leadership and oversight of all diagnostic pathology services. The role involves supervising pathologists and laboratory staff, ensuring quality compliance, and driving innovation in diagnostic methodologies. This is a full-time onsite position at level GL 6A requiring significant post-fellowship experience.
- Lead and oversee all diagnostic pathology services at AMCE Abuja
- Supervise pathologists and laboratory staff while ensuring quality standards
- Provide expert services in histopathology, cytopathology, and molecular pathology
- Minimum 10 years post-fellowship experience in diagnostic pathology required
- Board certification in Pathology and valid Nigerian medical license required
- Full-time onsite role at level GL 6A in Abuja
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Job Title: Lead, Pathologist
Lead, Pathologist at African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)
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Sep 17, 2026, 12:10 PM
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The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is a 500-bed specialty hospital offering world-class comprehensive diagnostics and treatment in oncology, cardiovascular, and haematological care, and general medical and surgical services, along with top notch research and education. The AMCE will provide exceptional care to people on the African continent, regardless of their financial means. Developed by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in clinical partnership with King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust., AMCE Abuja is the first of five centres planned for development in Africa.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full Time (Onsite)
Level: GL 6A
Job Purpose
The role holder will also supervise pathologists and laboratory staff, ensure compliance with quality standards, and drive innovation in diagnostic methodologies.
The Lead Pathologist will be responsible for providing expert leadership and oversight of all diagnostic pathology services at AMCE.
The role holder will ensure accurate and timely diagnoses through the evaluation of laboratory specimens, including tissue samples, blood, and other bodily fluids, contributing to high-quality, patient-centered care.
Key Accountabilities
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Responsibilities
- Clinical Leadership and Diagnostic Services:
- Collaborate with oncologists, surgeons, physicians, and other specialists to support multidisciplinary care planning.
- Provide expert pathology services across histopathology, cytopathology, and molecular pathology.
- Ensure timely, accurate, and comprehensive diagnostic reporting to support patient care.
- Establish and maintain best practices and standard operating procedures in pathology.
- Quality Assurance and Compliance:
- Oversee internal and external quality control programs, conducting regular audits of diagnostic outcomes.
- Implement and monitor laboratory quality management systems in line with national and international accreditation standards.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks, ethical guidelines, and hospital protocols.
- Innovation, Research and Development:
- Contribute to AMCE’s knowledge-sharing and continuous learning culture through research, teaching, and training initiatives.
- Participate in and encourage departmental research and publications, particularly in diagnostic innovations.
- Lead the development and adoption of new diagnostic protocols, technologies, and methodologies to enhance pathology services.
- Leadership and Mentorship:
- Supervise, mentor, and train junior pathologists and laboratory staff, fostering professional growth.
- Provide strategic direction for the Diagnostics Services department in alignment with AMCE’s mission and vision.
- Conduct performance reviews and identify development opportunities for team members.
- Ensure effective workload distribution and resource allocation to achieve departmental goals.
- Strategic and Administrative
- Participate in departmental strategic planning, budgeting, and resource management.
- Strengthen partnerships with external laboratories to provide seamless diagnostic support when required.
- Collaborate with AMCE leadership in procuring advanced diagnostic equipment and technologies.
- Promote a patient-centered approach and uphold AMCE’s values of excellence, compassion, and integrity.
Qualifications
- Expertise in histopathology, cytopathology, and molecular pathology.
- Proven knowledge of laboratory quality management systems and regulatory compliance.
- Postgraduate training in pathology or equivalent (desirable).
- Board certification in Pathology and valid medical license to practice in Nigeria.
- Minimum of 10 years of post fellowship
Experience
in diagnostic pathology with significant subspecialty exposure.
Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
Proficiency in advanced diagnostic technologies and laboratory information systems.
Must have skills:
Histopathology.
Cytopathology.
Molecular pathology.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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