Geneticist

West Virginia University; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is hiring a Geneticist for West Virginia University School of Medicine in Morgantown. This role involves clinical responsibilities that include providing patient care across various locations and engaging in the teaching of medical students and residents.

Qualified candidates must have an MD or DO degree, completed an accredited genetics residency, and be board certified in medical genetics. Experience with metabolic patients and a track record of leadership are preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer seeking diverse applicants.

Qualifications

• Eligible to obtain a state medical license.
• Board certified in medical genetics.
• Interest in the care of metabolic patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient care for pediatric and adult genetics.
• Involved in the teaching of medical students and residents.
• Conduct inpatient consults and telemedicine sessions.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Medical genetics

Inpatient consults

Telemedicine

Education

MD or DO degree

Accredited genetics residency

Job description

Position Overview

West Virginia University School of Medicine and the Department of Pediatrics seeks a Geneticist qualified for appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or full Professor rank to join our growing division and program. The primary practice location is Morgantown, WV, with occasional travel to Summersville, WV, and South Charleston, WV. Clinical care will also be delivered via direct-to-home video visits, as well as through our groundbreaking clinic-to-clinic telemedicine program, offering service to Martinsburg, Princeton, South Charleston, Summersville, Vienna, and Wheeling, WV.

Duties

The successful candidate will join our growing group which includes two other geneticists, three advanced practice providers, and three genetic counselors. He or she will practice pediatric and adult genetics with the assistance of additional supportive personnel. Clinical responsibilities will include patients of all ages with duties that entail a mix of inpatient consults, telemedicine, and clinic. In addition to providing excellent patient care, the successful candidate will also be actively involved in the teaching of medical students and residents.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and eligible to obtain a state medical license.
• Completed an accredited genetics residency and board certified in medical genetics.
• Additional interest or training in the care of metabolic patients is preferred.
• For appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank, a demonstrated track‑record of leadership, excellent communication skills, and publications in high‑impact journals are required.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

University Health Associates and its subsidiaries (collectively "UHA") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. UHA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All UHA employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Contact Information

For additional questions, please contact Megan Core at [e-mail].