Geneticists

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 45,030 - 126,390; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor seeks a skilled Geneticist to research the inheritance of traits and evaluate patients with genetic disorders. Candidates should have a PhD in a related field and excellent analytical skills. Responsibilities include supervising lab work, conducting family medical studies, and presenting findings at conferences. The role offers a chance to engage in groundbreaking research and contribute to advancements in genetic understanding. Strong communication is essential for collaboration and reporting results.

Qualifications

• PhD-level education in Genetics or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex genetic data.
• Excellent communication skills for reporting findings to non-specialists.

Responsibilities

• Conduct genetic research and studies on inheritance.
• Supervise research projects and direct laboratory work.
• Attending conferences and presenting findings.

Skills

Reading Comprehension

Critical Thinking

Active Learning

Speaking

Science

Complex Problem Solving

Education

PhD in Genetics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Python

SQL

SAS

R

Job description

What Does it Take to Be a Geneticist?

Geneticist Example Research and study the inheritance of traits at the molecular, organism or population level. May evaluate or treat patients with genetic disorders.

Daily Life Of a Geneticist

• Write grants and papers or attend fundraising events to seek research funds.
• Review, approve, or interpret genetic laboratory results.
• Supervise or direct the work of other geneticists, biologists, technicians, or biometricians working on genetics research projects.
• Conduct family medical studies to evaluate the genetic basis for traits or diseases.
• Evaluate genetic data by performing appropriate mathematical or statistical calculations and analyses.
• Attend clinical and research conferences and read scientific literature to keep abreast of technological advances and current genetic research findings.

Skills Needed to be a Geneticist

When polled, Geneticists say the following skills are most frequently used in their jobs:

• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Active Learning: Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Science: Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
• Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Related Job Titles for this Occupation

• Research Geneticist
• Research Scientist
• Pediatric Geneticist
• Medical Geneticist
• Clinical Cytogeneticist

Is There Going to be Demand for Geneticists?

There were about 38,700 jobs for Geneticist in 2016 (in the United States). New jobs are being produced at a rate of 8% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 3,100 new jobs for Geneticist by 2026. The BLS estimates 3,700 yearly job openings in this field.

The states with the most job growth for Geneticist are Nevada, Utah, and Ohio. Watch out if you plan on working in Wyoming, South Dakota, or Rhode Island. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

Average Geneticists Salary

The average yearly salary of a Geneticist ranges between $45,030 and $126,390.

Geneticists who work in Maryland, Rhode Island, or Delaware, make the highest salaries.

Median Annual Salaries for Geneticists in Different U.S. States

• Alabama – $67,200
• Alaska – $77,430
• Arizona – $83,680
• Arkansas – $74,380
• California – $91,340
• Colorado – $71,380
• Connecticut – $93,180
• Delaware – $91,760
• District of Columbia – $104,460
• Florida – $71,200
• Georgia – $72,460
• Hawaii – $79,760
• Idaho – $70,770
• Illinois – $84,180
• Indiana – $69,180
• Iowa – $62,320
• Kansas – $64,560
• Kentucky – $64,780
• Louisiana – $66,100
• Maine – $76,840
• Maryland – $103,790
• Massachusetts – $84,790
• Michigan – $75,110
• Minnesota – $73,770
• Mississippi – $80,690
• Missouri – $67,290
• Montana – $66,110
• Nebraska – $74,790
• Nevada – $73,490
• New Hampshire – $78,780
• New Jersey – $76,330
• New Mexico – $73,610
• New York – $89,000
• North Carolina – $83,380
• North Dakota – $70,590
• Ohio – $67,780
• Oklahoma – $64,200
• Oregon – $69,930
• Pennsylvania – $73,550
• Rhode Island – $89,210
• South Carolina – $78,370
• South Dakota – $65,660
• Tennessee – $67,690
• Texas – $80,900
• Utah – $74,290
• Vermont – $78,070
• Virginia – $93,750
• Washington – $85,200
• West Virginia – $70,060
• Wisconsin – $73,520
• Wyoming – $71,030

What Tools & Technology do Geneticists Use?

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Web browser software
• Python
• Email software
• Structured query language SQL
• Database software
• SAS
• Linux
• UNIX
• R
• Practical extraction and reporting language Perl
• Formula translation/translator FORTRAN
• Insightful S-PLUS
• Microsoft Visual C# .NET
• SAS JMP
• Basic Local Alignment Search Tool BLAST
• ClustalW