Medical Examiner/Pathologist

JOB OVERVIEW • Job Title: Medical Examiner – Forensic Pathology • Job Type: Contract • Location: Washington, DC • Service Setting: FBI Offices and Medical Examiner Facilities • Coverage Type: Clinical + Consultative Services • Coverage Period: May 15, 2026 - Ongoing • Clinical Shift Schedule: Typically between 6:00a – 6:00p • Core Working Hours: 9:00a – 3:00p • Workload Expectation: Approximately 0.5 FTE (960 hours annually) PATIENT INFORMATION • Patient Demographics: Child and Adult Death Investigations • Case Mix: Forensic pathology consultation and death investigation support • Scope of Services: Clinical pathology and forensic consultation services in support of FBI CIRG and BAU operations FACILITY INFORMATION • Agency Supported: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) • Division Support: Critical Incident Response Group (CIRG) and Behavioral Analysis Units (BAUs) PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE • Background Investigation Required: Yes • Security Clearance: Must be eligible to successfully pass federal background investigation • Travel Requirements: National travel may be required COMPENSATION & BENEFITS • Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Included REQUIRED PROCEDURES • Child death investigations • Adult death investigations • Forensic pathology consultation • Clinical pathology services • Expert case review and analysis JOB REQUIREMENTS • Licenses: Active and unrestricted U.S. medical license required • Board Certification: Board Certified in Forensic Pathology and Anatomic Pathology • Residency: Completion of pathology residency required • Fellowship: Clinical or Forensic Pathology fellowship documentation required if applicable • DEA: Required if applicable • Experience: Minimum ten (10) years of forensic pathology experience required • Other Qualifications: • Expertise in pediatric and adult forensic investigations • Strong written communication and presentation skills • Strong interpersonal and consultative skills • Ability to support federal investigative operations REQUIRED DOCUMENTS • Updated CV/Resume • Active medical license • Board certification documentation • Pathology residency completion documentation • Fellowship documentation (if applicable) • Professional references • DEA registration (if applicable) DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide forensic pathology consultation services in support of FBI investigations • Assist with child and adult death investigations nationwide • Conduct expert clinical pathology analysis and reporting • Collaborate with FBI CIRG and BAU teams • Prepare written findings, presentations, and consultative recommendations • Maintain compliance with all federal and professional standards