Chief, Division of Genomic Diagnostics at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania seeks a Chief for the Division of Genomic Diagnostics at CHOP. This role involves teaching, developing diagnostic tools, and leading genomic diagnostics initiatives. Candidates must hold an M.D. and/or Ph.D., with expertise in genomic diagnostics and proven leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Molecular Genetic Pathology certification required.
• Eligible/licensed in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Teach fellows, residents, students, and staff.
• Develop diagnostic tools and standards for data interpretation.
• Lead the Division supporting precision medicine initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Genomic Diagnostics

Teaching

Education

M.D.

Ph.D.

Tools

Genome Sequencing

Exome Sequencing

NGS-based HLA Typing

Job description

Chief, Division of Genomic Diagnostics at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)

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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seek candidates for an Associate or Full Professor position in the non-tenure clinician educator track. Applicants must have an M.D. and/or Ph.D. degree. Molecular Genetic Pathology certification following Pathology residency, or American Board of Medical Genetics certification in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics, is required. Physicians must be eligible/licensed in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities include teaching fellows, residents, students, and staff; developing diagnostic tools; establishing standards for multi-omic data interpretation; and engaging in research in genomic diagnostics. The role requires proven leadership skills and expertise in genomic diagnostics, with the ability to lead the Division, which encompasses cancer genomics, constitutional genomics, and immunogenetics, supporting CHOP’s precision medicine initiatives.

The successful candidate will lead with a vision for innovation, develop new tests and technologies, and foster collaborations within CHOP and externally. The Division offers a broad range of clinical tests, including genome sequencing, exome sequencing, gene panels, SNP arrays, cytogenetics, liquid biopsy, and NGS-based HLA typing. The candidate should embrace diversity and contribute to an inclusive environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Pennsylvania and CHOP are committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans to apply.