Forensic Pathologist

Exponentis the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges. Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability. Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team! Key statistics:950+ Consultants640+ Ph.D.s90+ Disciplines30+ Offices globallyWe are currently seeking a Forensic Pathologist - American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) board-certified physician. Experience in trauma and disease processes is preferred. This individual will be a part of our Biomechanics Practice. In this role, you will often work as part of a multidisciplinary team. This role will include collaboration with scientists and engineers to provide detailed medical expert analysis and conclusions. Rendering medical expert opinions including, in part, injury causation analyses and evaluation of pathologic natural disease processesEvaluating complex events involving high severity and potential demiseDetailed review of provided antemortem and postmortem information, such as autopsy findings, medical records, radiology, photographs, laboratory tests, and investigative reportsClearly communicating medical findings and opinions to a variety of audiences, including technical experts, attorney clients, and lay stakeholdersPreparing detailed expert State and Federal reports and opinion disclosures as requiredParticipating in teleconferences with stakeholders and clearly verbally communicating findings to non-medical individualsTestifying as an expert medical witness in civil, state, and federal court proceedingsMaintaining continuing AMA Category 1 medical education creditsEffectively working in a multidisciplinary environment as a member of a teamAdhering to required internal quality assurance practices regarding project engagements and work productGraduation from a United States LCME accredited college or university with a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, or completed USMLE processBe currently and actively acknowledged as board-certified as described by the ABMSPreference for described and accepted qualifications by the ABMS in Forensic and Anatomic Pathology, Emergency Medicine, or a trauma-related specialtyHold a current, active, unrestricted state medical license from within the United StatesKnowledge base shall be commensurate with the position responsibilityExcellent written and oral communication skillsEffective and appropriate leadership skills and the ability to interact with a wide variety of professionals, including engineers, scientists, technical managers, external clients, and administrative staffFamiliarity with medicolegal-type subject matter including wrongful death and negligence is desirableMedicolegal awareness involving pain and suffering is desirableA history of professional role-related testifying in trial and depositions is desirableOpen to full- or part-time considerationApplicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:value and encourage diversity, equity and inclusion across all facets of our firm. Having a team built of people with different backgrounds, skills and perspectives allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits, as well as compensation and recognition programs, empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for? building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities. We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-OnsiteOur consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Manager level and above, total compensation includes base salary, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.The base salary range for this position is depending on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.Access benefits information on our Life @ Exponent page:is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at

Created: 2025-11-15