Last updated 31.08.2026
Medical Doctor Specialist in Pathology (M/F/X) Ref° 25200
Contract type : Full-time and undetermined duration contract (CDI)
he Laboratoire national de santé is recruiting a full-time specialist physician in pathology (m/f/x) on a permanent basis to meet the needs of the anatomical pathology department of the National Center of Pathology.
Job description
About the National Center of Pathology
The National Center of Pathology (NCP) at the LNS in Luxembourg provides a wide range of cytological, histological, and molecular diagnostic services. Through specialized medical expertise and advanced laboratory technologies, the NCP contributes to the diagnosis and characterization of diseases, particularly cancers and inflammatory conditions.
The National Center of Pathology comprises two Services:
- Department of Pathological Anatomy
- Department of Gynecological Cytology

Medical Doctor Specialist in Pathology (M/F/X) Ref°25200
The Laboratoire national de santé is recruiting a full-time specialist physician in pathology (m/f/x) on a permanent basis to meet the needs of the anatomical pathology department of the National Center of Pathology.
Responsibilities
Diagnostic and Analytical Tasks:
- Analyze and interpret pathology cases to provide accurate diagnoses, including prognostic and theranostic information when necessary.
- Perform macroscopic examinations of biopsies and surgical specimens, either independently or in collaboration with macroscopists.
- Provide histological and/or cytological diagnoses, including intraoperative frozen sections and, when applicable, scientific or medical autopsies within your sub-specialization.
Collaborative and Educational Tasks:
- Participate in internal and external discussions of clinico-pathological cases, including consultations with clinicians and providing second opinions.
- Engage in multidisciplinary tumor boards, organ-specific boards, molecular boards, and scientific events.
- Contribute to the training of laboratory technicians.
- Actively participate in national and international working groups and scientific societies relevant to your specialization.
Quality and Administrative Tasks:
- Implement the Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with ISO EN 15189 standards.
- Participate in internal and external quality control trials and validate internal quality controls (IQC).
- Contribute to the standardization of macroscopic and microscopic protocols and pathological reports following international guidelines.
- Engage in continuous professional development and training.
Profile
Education and Qualifications:
- Medical degree with a specialization in pathology.
- Authorization to practice as a pathologist in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, including:
- Affiliation with the Collège Médical
- Possession of a medical code issued by the Caisse Nationale de Santé (CNS)
- Recognition as a laboratory responsible (provided by the Ministry of Health of Luxembourg).
Experience:
- At least two years of multidisciplinary experience in pathological diagnosis.
- Our current recruitment is specifically focused on Gynecological and Breast Pathology, Gastrointestinal Pathology, Dermatopathology, Neuropathology, Fetopathology, Molecular Pathology, and Hematopathology.
Language Proficiency:
- Proficiency in one of the following languages: French, German, or Luxembourgish is required.
- Fluency in English (both written and spoken) at a business proficiency level is also required.
Comment postuler ?
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