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Job Description Position & Client Overview: Our client, a large pathology practice located in Southeastern California, is currently seeking a board certified AP/CP pathologist to test in their busy clinical/anatomic pathology laboratory on the day shift. Salary Range: $300,000-360,000 This client offers the highest pay in the country with great benefits, relocation assistance, and sign-on bonuses. They also offer a supportive and enriching work environment with a focus on professional growth and employee satisfaction. Employees have praised the organization for its collaborative atmosphere, opportunities for learning, and competitive compensation. The group provides a range of benefits, including flexible work hours, a strong emphasis on teamwork, and a commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture. These factors make it an appealing choice for professionals in the medical field seeking a fulfilling career. Living in Bakersfield, California means embracing a desert-like climate with long, hot summers averaging highs around 97–103°ree; and mild winters with lows near 40°ree; and highs in the upper 50s. The city offers a mix of indoor and outdoor activities that reflect its agricultural roots and growing cultural scene—residents enjoy hiking and biking along the Kern River Parkway Trail, exploring nature at Wind Wolves Preserve, or fishing and picnicking at Hart Memorial Park. Indoors, you’ll find entertainment at Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace, art exhibits at the Bakersfield Museum of Art, and interactive fun at MB2 Entertainment with go-karts, mini golf, and arcade games. With over 270 sunny days a year, Bakersfield is ideal for those who love the outdoors but also appreciate a vibrant mix of museums, theaters, and family-friendly attractions. Job Summary: Study and diagnose causes of disease by examination of surgically removed organs, tissues (biopsy samples), blood, bodily fluids, and, in some cases, the whole body (autopsy). Interpret findings to diagnose conditions like infections, cancers, and blood disorders, often guiding critical decisions in patient care. Collaborate with healthcare teams, oversee lab operations, and contribute to research and education in the medical field. Skill Requirements: • Analytical thinking: Interpreting complex data and identifying patterns in tissue or lab results., • Attention to detail: Spotting subtle abnormalities that could indicate disease., • Communication: Explaining findings clearly to other medical professionals and sometimes patients., • Problem-solving: Making diagnostic decisions based on incomplete or ambiguous data., • Medical terminology: Fluency in the language of medicine to document and discuss cases accurately., • Team collaboration: Working closely with clinicians, lab techs, and other specialists. Responsibilities may include but not limited to: • Diagnose diseases using lab tests, tissue samples, and clinical data, • Communicate findings clearly to other healthcare professionals, • Participate in multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans, • Train and mentor medical students, residents, or junior staff, • Contribute to research and academic publications, • Maintain licensure and board certification through continuing education, • Perform autopsies Education, Certification, & Experience: • MD or DO from an accredited institution, • Board certification in anatomic pathology (AP) and/or clinical pathology (CP), • Subspecialty certification as required, • Applicable state license and/or eligibility to practice medicine Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law. #IND

Postdoctoral Researcher – STEM \n Position: Postdoctoral Researcher – STEM \n Type: Contract \n Compensation: $65–$100/hour \n Location: Remote \n About the Opportunity \n This opportunity is for experienced Postdoctoral Researchers and STEM Research Specialists with advanced expertise in scientific research, technical problem-solving, data analysis, research methodology, scientific reasoning, and experimental workflows to contribute to advanced AI research and evaluation projects. \n In this role, you'll apply your research expertise to evaluate AI-generated scientific outputs, technical analyses, research methodologies, problem-solving approaches, and complex STEM workflows. Your work will help improve the accuracy, reasoning, reliability, and research capabilities of next-generation AI systems. \n No prior AI experience is required. Your advanced STEM research background, scientific reasoning, technical expertise, and research experience are the primary qualifications for success in this role. \n Responsibilities \n\n • Evaluate AI-generated scientific research, technical analyses, and STEM problem-solving outputs for accuracy, depth, and methodological rigor.\n, • Apply expertise in research methodology, experimental design, scientific reasoning, data analysis, and technical problem-solving.\n, • Review complex research workflows, experimental approaches, computational analyses, and scientific methodologies.\n, • Analyze datasets, research findings, experimental results, and technical outputs to identify errors, inconsistencies, limitations, and edge cases.\n, • Validate AI-generated solutions using professional STEM knowledge and established research principles.\n, • Document research methodologies, analytical approaches, validation processes, and technical reasoning in clear and structured formats.\n, • Provide expert feedback to improve AI accuracy, scientific reasoning, problem-solving capabilities, and output quality.\n, • Develop or apply structured evaluation frameworks and rubrics for assessing complex STEM research tasks.\n, • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to maintain scientific accuracy, consistency, and evaluation standards.\n\n Required Qualifications \n\n • PhD in a STEM discipline, including Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely related field.\n, • Postdoctoral research experience or significant advanced research experience in an academic, industrial, laboratory, or technical research environment.\n, • Strong expertise in scientific research methods, experimental design, data analysis, and technical problem-solving.\n, • Experience conducting, reviewing, or contributing to independent research projects, publications, technical reports, or scientific studies.\n, • Strong ability to analyze complex research questions, methodologies, datasets, and experimental results.\n, • Excellent scientific reasoning, analytical thinking, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.\n, • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.\n, • Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.\n\n Preferred Qualifications \n\n • Experience using AI-assisted research tools, agentic AI systems, coding agents, or technical automation tools.\n, • Hands-on experience with tools such as Claude Code, Codex, OpenCode, or similar AI-assisted technical tools.\n, • Experience with data analysis, scientific computing, code debugging, computational research, or technical validation.\n, • Published research in peer-reviewed journals, conferences, or other recognized academic or technical publications.\n, • Experience evaluating AI-generated outputs, scientific content, technical analyses, or research methodologies.\n, • Familiarity with AI model evaluation, output validation, research documentation, or structured evaluation frameworks.\n, • Experience collaborating with cross-disciplinary, academic, industrial, or remote research teams.\n\n Compensation \n\n • Competitive compensation of $65–$100/hour.\n, • Weekly payments.\n, • Independent contractor engagement.\n\n Application Process \n\n • Easy Apply on LinkedIn\n, • Check Email for Next Steps\n, • Participate in Resume Evaluation & Interview Stage\n\n

Postdoctoral Researcher – STEM Position: Postdoctoral Researcher – STEM Type: Contract Compensation: $65–$100/hour Location: Remote About the Opportunity This opportunity is for experienced Postdoctoral Researchers and STEM Research Specialists with advanced expertise in scientific research, technical problem-solving, data analysis, research methodology, scientific reasoning, and experimental workflows to contribute to advanced AI research and evaluation projects. In this role, you'll apply your research expertise to evaluate AI-generated scientific outputs, technical analyses, research methodologies, problem-solving approaches, and complex STEM workflows. Your work will help improve the accuracy, reasoning, reliability, and research capabilities of next-generation AI systems. No prior AI experience is required. Your advanced STEM research background, scientific reasoning, technical expertise, and research experience are the primary qualifications for success in this role. Responsibilities • Evaluate AI-generated scientific research, technical analyses, and STEM problem-solving outputs for accuracy, depth, and methodological rigor., • Apply expertise in research methodology, experimental design, scientific reasoning, data analysis, and technical problem-solving., • Review complex research workflows, experimental approaches, computational analyses, and scientific methodologies., • Analyze datasets, research findings, experimental results, and technical outputs to identify errors, inconsistencies, limitations, and edge cases., • Validate AI-generated solutions using professional STEM knowledge and established research principles., • Document research methodologies, analytical approaches, validation processes, and technical reasoning in clear and structured formats., • Provide expert feedback to improve AI accuracy, scientific reasoning, problem-solving capabilities, and output quality., • Develop or apply structured evaluation frameworks and rubrics for assessing complex STEM research tasks., • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to maintain scientific accuracy, consistency, and evaluation standards. Required Qualifications • PhD in a STEM discipline, including Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely related field., • Postdoctoral research experience or significant advanced research experience in an academic, industrial, laboratory, or technical research environment., • Strong expertise in scientific research methods, experimental design, data analysis, and technical problem-solving., • Experience conducting, reviewing, or contributing to independent research projects, publications, technical reports, or scientific studies., • Strong ability to analyze complex research questions, methodologies, datasets, and experimental results., • Excellent scientific reasoning, analytical thinking, problem-solving, and technical writing skills., • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly., • Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment. Preferred Qualifications • Experience using AI-assisted research tools, agentic AI systems, coding agents, or technical automation tools., • Hands-on experience with tools such as Claude Code, Codex, OpenCode, or similar AI-assisted technical tools., • Experience with data analysis, scientific computing, code debugging, computational research, or technical validation., • Published research in peer-reviewed journals, conferences, or other recognized academic or technical publications., • Experience evaluating AI-generated outputs, scientific content, technical analyses, or research methodologies., • Familiarity with AI model evaluation, output validation, research documentation, or structured evaluation frameworks., • Experience collaborating with cross-disciplinary, academic, industrial, or remote research teams. Compensation • Competitive compensation of $65–$100/hour., • Weekly payments., • Independent contractor engagement. Application Process • Easy Apply on LinkedIn, • Check Email for Next Steps, • Participate in Resume Evaluation & Interview Stage

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