Specialist - Outreach-Fixed Term

Position Summary

The College of Osteopathic Medicine at Michigan State University (MSUCOM) seeks a dynamic and mission-driven leader to serve as the Director of Medical Examiner System Development and Pathology Education. This full-time role combines two key functions: (1) directing the Interim State Medical Examiner Office in partnership with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), and (2) coordinating educational initiatives in pathology and laboratory medicine, with strategic collaboration across MSUCOM and Henry Ford Health (HFH).

This position is structured as 0.5 FTE for each major function:

Interim State Medical Examiner Office (0.5 FTE):

• Coordinate stakeholder engagement across Michigan’s county-based ME system.
• Lead development of statewide infrastructure, including centralized ME resources and online tools.
• Support MDHHS with policy and legislative drafting related to SME planning.
• Oversee website content, communication strategies, and data readiness tools for local ME offices.
• Facilitate MIMORT readiness efforts and align system guidance with NAME standards.
• Map existing ME processes, identify opportunities for system improvement, and build the roadmap for SME transition.
• Draft and submit quarterly reports and a year-end statewide synthesis to MDHHS leadership.

Pathology Education Development & HFH Collaboration (0.5 FTE):

• Serve as MSUCOM’s lead in coordination of pathology education and partnership with HFH Pathology.
• Identify gaps in MSUCOM’s curriculum, especially in diagnostic medicine and therapeutic pathology domains, and design improvements.
• Lead design and implementation of a Post-Sophomore Fellowship (PSF).
• Direct the production of a national-quality recruitment video showcasing pathology as a career.
• Mentor students interested in pathology, and coordinate specialty-focused outreach.
• Evaluate development of a Pathologists’ Assistant Training Program
• Pursue and manage external grant funding (e.g., CAP Foundation, ASCP, AMA Foundation) to support pathology education.
• Collaborate with newly hired forensic pathologists to develop specialized teaching modules, autopsy case discussions, and real-world forensic medicine content for MSUCOM students.
• Support research coordination by aligning academic forensic pathologists with MSU and HFH’s clinical and laboratory research infrastructure to pursue joint grants, quality improvement projects, and student research mentoring opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Masters -Public Health, Forensic Science, Health Policy, or related field.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in public health (MPH), forensic science, health policy, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in medical examiner systems and understanding of NAME standards.
• Leadership in or significant collaboration with MAME or similar organizations.
• Experience working in academic pathology departments.
• Proven ability to write and secure grant funding from national agencies and professional societies.
• Excellent project management skills and comfort navigating complex institutional structures.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with Henry Ford Health’s pathology/lab medicine systems or similar integrated academic health networks.
• Experience leading statewide or multi-institutional educational or public health initiatives.
• Involvement in national organizations such as NAME, CAP, ASCP, or similar bodies.
• Background in early specialty recruitment, or academic program building.

Required Application Materials

Resume/CV and cover letter. 

Special Instructions

• Type: Full-time (1.0 FTE); fixed-term appointment.
• Initial Term: 12 months with renewal potential based on performance and continued funding.
• Location: Hybrid; based at MSUCOM (East Lansing) with statewide travel as needed.
• Reporting Line: Dean, MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Review of Applications Begins On

11/10/2025

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.