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Reports to:
Council on Scientific Affairs
Charge: To coordinate and focus scientific resources involved in molecular testing and develop appropriate guidelines for the molecular pathology laboratory; to monitor emerging and future changes in cellular and molecular pathology to include practical applications of new modalities; to support state of the art practice of molecular diagnostics; to develop, maintain and enhance proficiency testing surveys and educational programs in the field of molecular pathology; and to advise on public policy as it applies to molecular pathology.
Number of face-to-face meetings: 3
Length of each meeting: 2 days
Typical meeting days of the week: Saturday and Sunday
Location of meetings: Within 50 miles from airports,
one meeting annually as in DC
Number of conference calls: As required
Hours of committee work required outside of
meetings:
Member: 30+ hours
Vice Chair: 45+ hours
Chair: 75+ hours
Additional travel or time commitments:
Attendance at CSA Leadership Meetings by Chair (twice
yearly)
- Create and support state of the art proficiency
testing programs, through sample preparation, formulating a questionnaire,
data review and critique development
- Work with highly skilled Washington, DC,
staff on regulatory issues
- Development of educational seminars and adjuncts
for the CAP National Meetings
- Work in support of CAP Laboratory Accreditation
Program requirements for Molecular Pathology and Genetics (checklist,
inspectors, est.)
- Special projects (e.g., research studies, manuscript
summarizing our experience with proficiency surveys or describing our
practice recommendations)
- Working knowledge of molecular oncology practice,
technology and clinical applications
- Strong interest in promoting molecular oncology
- Ability to provide tools for the community pathologist
to guide their practice of molecular pathology
- Interact with colleagues
on state of the art technology and practice issues
- Gain knowledge about regulatory and financial aspects
of pathology practice
- Learn through research and educational projects
- Share ideas and protocols with colleagues around
the country
Representation on committee beyond the CAP:
- One consultant and two liaisons, one from AMP and one from AACC.
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Molecular Pathology: Introduction to DNA Technology and Diagnostic Applications
