Assistant Director, Clinical Genomics Lab at UPMC in Pittsburgh, PA

AOIA; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aoiassn is looking for a qualified PhD, MD or DO Geneticist to join UPMC Magee in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Assistant Director will oversee clinical genomics operations, ensuring compliance and excellence in molecular testing. Requirements include prior clinical lab experience, expertise in NGS data, and a commitment to teaching and research. UPMC promotes diversity and inclusion in their workforce. This role also includes a faculty appointment at the University of Pittsburgh.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years clinical laboratory experience.
• Expertise in interpretation of sequence and CNV data from NGS.

Responsibilities

• Support the UPMC Clinical Genomics Laboratory in various capacities.
• Provide technical and compliance oversight for the clinical genomics laboratory.
• Collaborate with UPMC and University of Pittsburgh partners on service development.

Skills

Expertise in exome/genome analysis

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Demonstrated problem solving and operational leadership

Proficiency with LIMS and genomic data analysis tools

Education

PhD, MD, or DO in Clinical Laboratory Science, Genetics, Molecular Biology

ABMGG board certified or board eligible in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics

Job description

PhD, MD or DO Geneticist Opportunity at UPMC Magee in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Key Highlights

• The Assistant Director will support the UPMC Clinical Genomics Laboratory (UCGL) at UPMC Magee Women's Hospital, a laboratory performing prenatal, constitutional, and oncology molecular testing.
• UCGL provides comprehensive services including whole exome sequencing, disease specific genomic panels, hereditary cancer screening, carrier screening, and pharmacogenomic analysis using advanced technologies such as next generation sequencing (NGS).
• The Assistant Director will contribute to technical leadership, compliance oversight, case sign out, assay development, client consultation, and education/training, while also holding a faculty appointment at the University of Pittsburgh.
• Evaluate and report clinical genetics and genomics cases, including carrier screening, Sanger sequencing, quantitative RT PCR, and NGS.
• Provide technical and compliance oversight for the clinical genomics laboratory; review and approve procedures and QA/QI plans with the CLIA/CAP Lab Director.
• Assist in developing, validating, implementing, and maintaining laboratory procedures.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with UPMC and University of Pittsburgh partners, including UPMC Children's Hospital, on service development and business planning.
• Consult with clinicians and clients regarding test selection and result interpretation.
• Maintain active ABMGG certification and remain up to date with advances in genetics and molecular genomics.

Teaching, Research & Academic Contribution

• Participate in research aligned with the clinical and public health missions of UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh.
• Collaborate with faculty and researchers across the institution.
• Contribute to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels; provide training to laboratory staff, students, residents, and fellows.
• Publish in peer reviewed journals and present at professional conferences.

Required Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or DO in Clinical Laboratory Science, Genetics, Molecular Biology, or related field.
• ABMGG board certified or board eligible in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics or Clinical Molecular Genetics.
• Minimum 3 years clinical laboratory experience.
• Expertise in exome/genome analysis and interpretation of sequence and CNV data from NGS.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving and operational leadership.
• Proficiency with LIMS and genomic data analysis tools.

UPMC's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. UPMC is committed to advancing diversity through programs that promote inclusion, such as Employee Resource Groups and other initiatives to support a diverse workforce.