James Linder
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Dr. James “Jim” Linder, MD, (born 1954) is president of the University of Nebraska Technology Development Corporation, which has oversight of technology transfer
at the University of Nebraska, and is an American authority on university research commercialization. A noted author, academic and business leader, Linder is also a professor of pathology and microbiology at UNMC. He serves on editorial boards of several medical journals, and is a former president of the American Society for Clinical Pathology
. From 1995 to 2007 he was affiliated with Cytyc Corporation
, a Massachusetts
-based medical company dedicated to women's health. In 2009 he became chief medical officer for Constitution Medical Investors.
and microbiology
from Iowa State University
in 1976, and his M.D. degree
, with distinction, from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in 1980. He completed his residency training in pathology at Duke University Medical Center and UNMC.
With Cytyc Corporation, a women's health company located in Marlborough
, Mass.
, he served as medical director or Chief Medical Officer from 1995-07. A main area of interest was improving Pap testing
.
He is a frequent guest lecturer, and has written five textbooks, including co-authoring the 10th edition of Anderson’s Pathology, a comprehensive two-volume reference for pathologists, residents and medical students. He has written more than 130 professional articles.
He also serves on several editorial boards, including the American Journal of Clinical Pathology and Modern Pathology.
From 1998-99, he was president of the American Society of Clinical Pathologists. He is a member and has served in leadership positions with many medical organizations, including the American Society of Cytopathology
and the U.S./Canadian division of the International Academy of Pathology
.
He holds several patents, and his academic interests have focused on the application of technology in medical diagnostics, including immunochemistry, molecular diagnostics, computer-aided instruction, cellular imaging, and the use of automated techniques in cytopathology.
Linder has served on the UNMC faculty since 1983 when he joined the Pathology and Microbiology Department. In 1986 he was named associate professor and in 1989 was named professor. He has held numerous administrative positions at UNMC, including vice chairman of pathology and microbiology, director of surgical pathology, director of cytopathology, and associate dean for academic affairs. He was Associate Vice Chancellor for Research from 2005-2009, and was responsible for developing clinical research and intellectual property programs at UNMC. He also served as visiting professor at the Peter Kiewit Institute
.
.
From 1999-2001, he served on the board of directors of the Omaha Children’s Museum, and now serves on the board of KANEKO
an organization devoted to creativity.
and past president of the American Society for Cytotechnology
.
Technology transfer
Technology Transfer, also called Transfer of Technology and Technology Commercialisation, is the process of skill transferring, knowledge, technologies, methods of manufacturing, samples of manufacturing and facilities among governments or universities and other institutions to ensure that...
at the University of Nebraska, and is an American authority on university research commercialization. A noted author, academic and business leader, Linder is also a professor of pathology and microbiology at UNMC. He serves on editorial boards of several medical journals, and is a former president of the American Society for Clinical Pathology
American Society for Clinical Pathology
The American Society for Clinical Pathology is a professional association based in Chicago, Illinois encompassing 130,000 pathologists and laboratory professionals....
. From 1995 to 2007 he was affiliated with Cytyc Corporation
Cytyc
Cytyc Corporation was a company engaged in the design, development, manufacture, and marketing of clinical products that focus on women’s health. Its products covered a range of women's health applications, including cervical cancer screening, breast cancer risk assessment, treatment of excessive...
, a Massachusetts
Massachusetts
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is a state in the New England region of the northeastern United States of America. It is bordered by Rhode Island and Connecticut to the south, New York to the west, and Vermont and New Hampshire to the north; at its east lies the Atlantic Ocean. As of the 2010...
-based medical company dedicated to women's health. In 2009 he became chief medical officer for Constitution Medical Investors.
Early life
A native to Omaha, Linder earned his B.S. degree in biochemistryBiochemistry
Biochemistry, sometimes called biological chemistry, is the study of chemical processes in living organisms, including, but not limited to, living matter. Biochemistry governs all living organisms and living processes...
and microbiology
Microbiology
Microbiology is the study of microorganisms, which are defined as any microscopic organism that comprises either a single cell , cell clusters or no cell at all . This includes eukaryotes, such as fungi and protists, and prokaryotes...
from Iowa State University
Iowa State University
Iowa State University of Science and Technology, more commonly known as Iowa State University , is a public land-grant and space-grant research university located in Ames, Iowa, United States. Iowa State has produced astronauts, scientists, and Nobel and Pulitzer Prize winners, along with a host of...
in 1976, and his M.D. degree
Doctor of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine is a doctoral degree for physicians. The degree is granted by medical schools...
, with distinction, from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in 1980. He completed his residency training in pathology at Duke University Medical Center and UNMC.
Career highlights
In January 2007, UNMC's intellectual property office merged with UNeMed, and Linder was appointed president of the expanded operation.With Cytyc Corporation, a women's health company located in Marlborough
Marlborough, Massachusetts
Marlborough is a city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 38,499 at the 2010 census. Marlborough became a prosperous industrial town in the 19th century and made the transition to high technology industry in the late 20th century after the construction of the...
, Mass.
Massachusetts
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is a state in the New England region of the northeastern United States of America. It is bordered by Rhode Island and Connecticut to the south, New York to the west, and Vermont and New Hampshire to the north; at its east lies the Atlantic Ocean. As of the 2010...
, he served as medical director or Chief Medical Officer from 1995-07. A main area of interest was improving Pap testing
Pap smear
The Papanicolaou test is a screening test used in to detect pre-cancerous and cancerous processes in the endocervical canal of the female reproductive system. Changes can be treated, thus preventing cervical cancer...
.
He is a frequent guest lecturer, and has written five textbooks, including co-authoring the 10th edition of Anderson’s Pathology, a comprehensive two-volume reference for pathologists, residents and medical students. He has written more than 130 professional articles.
He also serves on several editorial boards, including the American Journal of Clinical Pathology and Modern Pathology.
From 1998-99, he was president of the American Society of Clinical Pathologists. He is a member and has served in leadership positions with many medical organizations, including the American Society of Cytopathology
American Society of Cytopathology
The [American Society of Cytopathology ], founded in 1951, is a national professional society of physicians, cytotechnologists and scientists who are dedicated to the cytologic method of diagnostic pathology. They have more than 3500 members including representatives for other countries. The ASC...
and the U.S./Canadian division of the International Academy of Pathology
International Academy of Pathology
The International Academy of Pathology was founded in the early 20th century, with the first documented meeting in 1907. Dr. William Osler, a scientist, played a key role in establishing the International Association of Medical Museums ....
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He holds several patents, and his academic interests have focused on the application of technology in medical diagnostics, including immunochemistry, molecular diagnostics, computer-aided instruction, cellular imaging, and the use of automated techniques in cytopathology.
Linder has served on the UNMC faculty since 1983 when he joined the Pathology and Microbiology Department. In 1986 he was named associate professor and in 1989 was named professor. He has held numerous administrative positions at UNMC, including vice chairman of pathology and microbiology, director of surgical pathology, director of cytopathology, and associate dean for academic affairs. He was Associate Vice Chancellor for Research from 2005-2009, and was responsible for developing clinical research and intellectual property programs at UNMC. He also served as visiting professor at the Peter Kiewit Institute
Peter Kiewit Institute
The Peter Kiewit Institute is a facility in Omaha, Nebraska that houses academic programs from both the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Engineering and the University of Nebraska at Omaha's College of Information Science and Technology....
.
Awards, honors, community service
Linder has been accorded many professional honors and awards. In 2005, he was presented with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists "Israel Davidsohn Award for Distinguished Service"; he was awarded the "Distinguished Teaching Award" by the UNMC College of Medicine and the "Award for Excellence in Medical Publications" from the American Medical Writers AssociationAmerican Medical Writers Association
The American Medical Writers Association is the world's leading professional association for medical communicators. AMWA has more than 5,600 members in the United States, Canada, and 26 other countries. AMWA is governed by a board of directors composed of a 14-member executive committee and...
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From 1999-2001, he served on the board of directors of the Omaha Children’s Museum, and now serves on the board of KANEKO
Kaneko
, also referred to as , was a Japanese video game publisher founded in Suginami, Tokyo, Japan by Hiroshi Kaneko. It published a number of games both under its brand and other companies, such as Air Buster, Nexzr, Shogun Warriors, DJ Boy, Guts'n, and the Gals Panic series...
an organization devoted to creativity.
Personal and family
Linder is married to Karen (Allen) Linder SCT(ASCP), a cytotechnologistCytotechnology
Cytotechnology is the microscopic interpretation of cells to detect cancer and other abnormalities. This includes the examination of samples collected from the uterine cervix , lung, gastrointestinal tract or body cavities....
and past president of the American Society for Cytotechnology
American Society for Cytotechnology
Founded in 1979, the American Society for Cytotechnology is a professional organization dedicated to the field of cytotechnology. The ASCT promotes cytotechnology through the development of practice standards, and by staying up to date regarding emerging technologies and the legislative and...
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