Genetic Counselor, SPARC Genomics & Population Screening

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

PTO

On-site childcare

Wage increases

Merit increases

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Genetic Counselor to join the SPARC program within the McDermott Center for Human Growth and Development. You will help define return-of-results processes and develop patient-facing materials for population genomics research.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, using AI-assisted tools, contribute to cascade screening efforts, and support education for patients and families while expanding sequencing initiatives on campus.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited genetics program.
• ABGC-CGC certification required.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a core member of SPARC operational team to identify genes for return of results.
• Develop educational materials, counseling scripts, and result reports for SPARC.
• Launch, implement, and scale a large population genomic screening initiative.
• Leverage AI technologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy in genetic counseling.
• Collaborate with a research team and participate in weekly/one-on-one meetings.
• Educate patients and families about risks and genetic conditions.

Skills

Clinical genetics knowledge

Counseling skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Master's Degree in Genetics

ABGC-CGC Certification

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Genetic Counselor to join the SPARC program within the McDermott Center for Human Growth and Development. You will help define return-of-results processes and develop patient-facing materials for population genomics research.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, using AI-assisted tools, contribute to cascade screening efforts, and support education for patients and families while expanding sequencing initiatives on campus.