Director, Genomic Medicine Laboratory & Clinical Genetics

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Inc. seeks a highly qualified professional to lead and oversee cytogenetic, molecular genetic, and genomic testing. Responsibilities include interpreting tests, ensuring quality, and guiding clinical impact through laboratory services.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clinical teams, education and research program development, and involvement in AMBGG Laboratory Fellowship activities to advance patient care.

Qualifications

• Analytical ability to develop and implement goals, policies, and budgets.
• Strong written and verbal communication to create proposals and manage grants.
• Interpersonal skills to lead staff and collaborate with physicians, counselors, nursing, and researchers.

Responsibilities

• Provides scientific assessment for evaluation and implementation of cytogenetic, molecular genetic, and genomic services.
• Oversees interpretation, reporting, and quality assurance of testing in these areas.
• Coordinates internal quality control programs, proficiency testing, validation studies, and instrument maintenance.
• Contributes to teaching, education, and research programs and participates in AMBGG Laboratory Fellowship oversight.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Interpersonal leadership

Education

Ph.D. in Biomedical Science

2-year post-doctoral training

Job description

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Inc. seeks a highly qualified professional to lead and oversee cytogenetic, molecular genetic, and genomic testing. Responsibilities include interpreting tests, ensuring quality, and guiding clinical impact through laboratory services.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clinical teams, education and research program development, and involvement in AMBGG Laboratory Fellowship activities to advance patient care.