Director of Cytogenetics Laboratory

Rutgers University; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites applications for a faculty position in Cytogenetics. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead the Cytogenetics Laboratory, providing essential services and engaging in teaching medical students and residents. The successful candidate will be at the forefront of clinical cytogenetics, interpreting vital genetic tests and contributing to significant research activities. Join a collaborative environment at a leading institution, where you can make a meaningful impact on patient care and education in a vibrant community. This is a fantastic opportunity for professionals passionate about genetics and education.

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, DO, or MBBS required with board certification in Cytogenetics.
• Minimum of two years experience in clinical cytogenetics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Cytogenetics Laboratory and interpret FISH and chromosome analysis.
• Engage in teaching and research activities within the department.

Skills

Cytogenetics

Karyotyping

Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH)

Test validation

Laboratory management

Genomic technologies

Optical genome mapping

Education

PhD

MD

DO

MBBS

Job description

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School invites applications for a faculty position at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level for Director of Cytogenetics in the Section of Cytogenetics in the Division of Clinical Pathology. The section is responsible for performance of Cytogenetics services at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital – the school’s 650 bed tertiary care core teaching hospital in New Brunswick, NJ and partner of the Cancer Institute of New Jersey, an NCI -designated Cancer Center.

The successful candidate will provide leadership to the Cytogenetics Laboratory and be responsible for the interpretation and reporting of FISH and chromosome analysis. The candidate will interact closely with clinical staff and be an active participant in the educational programs of the Department, including teaching medical students and residents, and will be expected to engage in productive research activities. The candidate will also assist in the operational management of the Core, contribute to scientific journals and grants, and participate in scientific conferences/meetings. Our cytogenetics laboratory is the largest in the state, providing genetics testing services to a large portion of the state and, eventually, the health care system.

Qualifications

1. A PhD, MD, DO, or MBBS is required along with board certification or board eligibility in AP/CP or CP (for pathologists) or the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics in Cytogenetics and Molecular Genetics, and a minimum of two years experience in clinical cytogenetics.
2. Experience or fellowship training in all aspects of cytogenetics practice, including karyotyping, fluorescence in situ hybridization, test validation, and laboratory management.
3. Experience in genomic technologies, such as comparative genomic hybridization (CGH) and optical genome mapping, is strongly desired.

Position Status: Full Time

Posting Number: 24FA0911

Women and diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.