Human Genetics - Genetics and Genomics Diagnostic Laboratory - Associate Professor/Professor an[...]

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's is searching for an Associate Professor/Professor and Clinical Laboratory Director in the Division of Human Genetics. This role involves managing the Genetics and Genomics Diagnostic Laboratory while providing patient care and supervising medical students and residents. The applicant must hold a Doctor of Medicine or Ph.D., board certification in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics, and have prior academic appointment at the Associate Professor level or above.

The position offers the opportunity to engage in teaching, scholarly activities, and leadership in innovative genetic testing services. Commitment to equality and diversity is a paramount aspect of our work environment.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine, Ph.D., or equivalent.
• Board Certification in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics or equivalent.
• Prior academic appointment at the Associate or full Professor level required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Genetics and Genomics Diagnostic Laboratory.
• Provide safe and effective patient care.
• Teach and supervise medical students and residents.

Skills

Leadership in genetic testing

Expertise in molecular genetics

Experience with genome sequencing technologies

Education

Doctor of Medicine or Ph.D.

Board certification in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics

Associate Professor or Professor appointment

Job description

Primary Location

Location R

Department

Human Genetics

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Schedule

Full time

Weekly Hours

40

FTE

1

Employee Status

Regular

The Genetics and Genomics Diagnostic Laboratory in the Division of Human Genetics, Department of Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC) and the University of Cincinnati School of Medicine (UCCOM) is recruiting for an Associate Professor/Professor and Clinical Laboratory Director position. Board certification in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics, or equivalent, and a prior academic appointment at the Associate or full Professor level are required.

It Is Also Desirable That Applicants Have

• A vision for the future for providing a comprehensive multiomic testing service for our patients that includes molecular genetics, cytogenetic testing and innovative technologies
• Experience with rapid genome sequencing and/or long‑read genome sequencing technologies
• Experience with leadership and managing a genetic testing laboratory that offers in‑house and reference laboratory testing, including the regulatory aspects of clinical genetic testing
• Experience working in the clinical laboratory industry

Patient Care

Provide safe, effective and compassionate patient care commensurate with the level of advancement and clinical specialty. Provide contributions to clinical service as evidenced by expertise in clinical care. Develop a local and regional recognition by peers and patients as an authority in the field. Develop a local or regional referral base for subspecialty. Develop clinical skills or programs that are locally or regionally distinctive.

Teaching and Training

Teach and supervise the patient care of assigned medical students, residents and fellows, monitoring the medical care of medical to assure care provided is safe and effective. Contributions may include recognition as an excellent teacher, role model and mentor; assume a role in a major teaching or clinical training program; invited to participate in local and regional educational opportunities; participate in the development or direction of educational program, curricular offerings and teaching materials; participate in curriculum committee or other education related committees. May serve as consult to other faculty and community physicians. May prepare, organize and provide lectures for residents. Participate in all divisional/departmental educational activities. Maintain currency in field through continuing education, literature and seminars.

Service and/or Administration

Participate in service and/or administration as evidenced by one of the following: contribute to the development of programs for patient care of educational purposes; or provide consultation on a specific program development; or participate in performance improvement programs; or participate on divisional or departmental committees. Actively participate in all Division activities. Maintain currency in all departmental policies, procedures and standards. Promote interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships and encourage team concepts. Promote the implementation of long and short term goals and objectives and ensures that they are appropriate to the Division. Complete evaluations for students, residents and peers.

Scholarly Activity

Participate in scholarly activities as evidenced by: publication of clinical investigations, clinical observations, reviews, chapters or books; participation in clinical trials, and/or clinical investigations; reviews manuscripts. Design and conduct clinical research on various areas of clinical specialty. Publish and/or co‑author findings and conclusions resulting from research in a timely fashion. Present findings internally. Assist in the design and implementation of programs which evaluates the efficacy of testing. Recommend approaches for improvement activities, recommend and perform new processes, collect and measure data, develop processes based on performance and communicate results. Assist in obtaining funding from outside sources for research and teaching programs as appropriate.

Job Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine, Ph.D., or equivalent
• Board Certification in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics or equivalent
• Associate Professor or Professor appointment or eligibility
• Completion of all required pre‑employment activities

Comprehensive Job Description Available Upon Request.

Cincinnati Children’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all 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.