Human Genetics - Assistant or Associate Professor- Research - Tenure

Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center invites applications for a Research Faculty member in Human Genetics at the Assistant or Associate Professor level on the tenure track. The role is oriented 90% toward research and 10% toward administrative service, with an emphasis on precision medicine and targeted therapies for rare diseases.

Collaboration with the Applied Gene and Cell Therapy Center and national initiatives is strongly encouraged.

Qualifications

• PhD degree required or equivalent.
• 3+ years related research experience with a strong publication record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to genetic research programs spanning basic discovery to translational applications.
• Mentor graduate students and postdoctoral researchers; participate in education and training activities.
• Collaborate across divisions and with national networks to advance rare disease genetics and precision medicine.

Skills

Strong publication record

Collaborative research mindset

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Research Faculty Opportunity – Human Genetics (Assistant/Associate Professor)

The Division of Human Genetics at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is recruiting a Research Faculty member at the Assistant or Associate Professor level on the tenure track, with an expected effort of 90% research and 10% administrative service.

The successful candidate will be dedicated to advancing precision medicine and targeted genetic therapies for rare diseases within the rapidly evolving field of interventional genetics. The candidate will contribute to the expansion of the division’s rare disease research programs, with particular strengths in lysosomal storage diseases, rasopathies, and skeletal dysplasias, and growing emphasis on neurodevelopmental disorders. The position offers extensive collaborative opportunities with the Applied Gene and Cell Therapy Center, the Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network, and multidisciplinary rare disease research programs and clinics at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, as well as participation in national initiatives such as the Undiagnosed Diseases Network and the National Organization for Rare Disorders.

The Division of Human Genetics at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center provides comprehensive genetic evaluation, counseling, testing, and medical management for patients of all ages with a broad range of genetic conditions, including cleft lip and palate, hereditary cancer syndromes, and metabolic disorders. Research in the division spans basic discovery through translation of new diagnoses and therapies into clinical care, with a shared mission to improve the health of children and families.

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is a nationally recognized leader in pediatric healthcare, known for excellence in patient care, research, and medical education. U.S. News & World Report ranked Cincinnati Children’s among the nation’s top ten pediatric hospitals in the 2024–2025 edition of America’s Best Children’s Hospitals. The institution is the third‑highest NIH-funded pediatric hospital and supports discovery through 1.4 million square feet of research space and extensive core facilities, including high‑throughput DNA analysis, biomedical informatics, genome editing, pluripotent stem cell resources, animal and viral vector facilities, mass spectrometry, biobanking, and the Applied Gene and Cell Therapy Center.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Applicants must hold a PhD, or equivalent degree.
• 3+ years related experience in research field with strong publication record.

Rank and support will be commensurate with experience. Candidates with strong scientific vision and collaborative interest in bridging discovery and translational genetics are encouraged to apply.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

EEO/Veteran/Disability

• Research, Teaching and/or Training: - Conduct research both independently and collaboratively that is often dependent upon or associated with other ongoing research projects or is service related. Ensure that all research functions operate at the highest level of quality, while maintaining fiscal soundness. Participate in collaborative research projects through interactions with researchers as well as individuals from other divisions/departments. Participate in mentoring graduate students, post-doctoral and research fellows, residents, and students to be involved in functions related to the research mission. Contributes to research and teaching including: serving as a teacher, role model and mentor internally; participate in the development and direction of research and/or educational program at the division, department or system level. Complete evaluations for students, residents and peers. Maintain currency in field through continuing education, literature and seminars. Enhance professional knowledge by attending seminars and professional meetings. Implement knowledge into research.
• Service and/or Administration: - Lead the integration of existing programs and development & growth of a major initiative of the assigned department and/or program. Lead program development for service and/or administration as evidenced by contributions including: leadership role in the development of innovative programs for research and/or patient care of educational purposes; significant leadership role in the direction of an academic division; leadership role in the medical center or university; leadership role in regional & national professional societies, program committees and governing boards. Lead the development of departmental policies, procedures & standards. Serve as a role model of effective interpersonal & intrapersonal relationships & encourage team concepts. Develop & guide the implementation of long & short term goals & objectives & ensure that they are aligned to the Division & medical center strategic objectives. Serve in a leadership role in the Institute or medical center. Participate as a member of the leadership team in developing consensus in the various programs, approaches, issues & new initiatives within the Department.
• Scholarly Activity: - Demonstrates on-going commitment to and participates in scholarly activities at an advanced level as evidenced by: publication of original research investigation, educational research, clinical observations, reviews, chapters or books; leadership role in research trials, and/or research investigations; membership on editorial boards or editorship of textbooks or journals. Applies advanced training in research methods to design and conduct clinical research on various areas of clinical specialty. Develop research programs in area of clinical specialty. Demonstrate effectiveness in securing grant funding of research initiatives and programs mentors and assist other faculty in grantsmanship. Develop and growth of new externally funded research initiatives. Develop a program that receives extramural support in the form of major grants from the National Institutes of Health or other sources.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD degree in a related scientific or research field
• 3+ years related experience in research field research and/or Lab experience assisting with the preparation of data for presentation at scientific meetings.

As CCHMC continues to grow its regional, national, and international presence, clinicians may be asked to work at locations outside of the Burnet Campus.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Primary Location

Location S

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Department

Human Genetics

Employee Status

Regular

FTE

1

Weekly Hours

40

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children's Is:

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
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• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability