Metabolic Geneticist

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group; Loma Linda (CA); On-site; USD 252,000 - 278,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous retirement contributions

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Competitive vacation and sick leave

CME days and funds

Relocation assistance

Paid malpractice and life insurance

Loan repayment options

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a full-time Clinical and Metabolic Geneticist to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in clinical genetics, patient care, and education within a supportive environment. With a focus on collaboration and program development, the position allows for ample research opportunities, backed by a state-of-the-art laboratory. The institution is renowned for its commitment to pediatric care and offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits, making it an ideal setting for both newly trained and experienced professionals in the field.

Qualifications

• Must be Board Certified/Eligible in Clinical Genetics.
• Experience in metabolic genetics and teaching is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct newborn screenings and patient consultations.
• Teach medical students and residents in genetics.
• Engage in research and program development.

Skills

Clinical Genetics

Genomics

Patient Care

Teaching

Research

Education

Board Certification in Clinical Genetics

MD or equivalent

Job description

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Department of Pediatrics, has an immediate opening for a full-time Board Certified/Eligible Clinical and Metabolic Geneticist. This position includes a faculty appointment, commensurate with training and experience, at the Loma Linda University School of Medicine.

Position Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician/educator, whether newly trained or experienced in metabolic genetics, with broad interests in all facets of clinical genetics and genomics. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, newborn screening, patient care, inpatient consults, outpatient genetic clinics, multidisciplinary team settings, teaching medical students, pediatric and neurology residents, genetic counseling students, and research. Protected research time is available, and a research focus is encouraged. There are ample opportunities for collaboration and program development.

Practice Scope

The clinical genetics practice offers both depth and breadth across areas such as neurogenetics, cardiogenetics, cancer genetics, dysmorphology, congenital anomalies, and other specialties. The team includes two full-time and two part-time geneticists, two per diem geneticists, four pediatric genetic counselors, and a genetic counseling assistant. A new multispecialty pediatric outpatient facility is scheduled to open next year.

Laboratory and Educational Opportunities

Loma Linda University Clinical Lab is developing a state-of-the-art genetic and genomic testing laboratory to provide comprehensive diagnostic services. The lab features a PhD laboratory geneticist and a laboratory-based genetic counselor. Additionally, the School of Medicine will start a newly accredited MS program in genetic counseling in fall 2025.

Institutional Highlights

The Medical Center and Children's Hospital are strategically located in Southern California, with the largest Level IV NICU in the state, pediatric cardiac transplant and ECMO capabilities, and developing a Perinatal Care Center focused on prenatal diagnosis. The institution supports specialized teams for cystic fibrosis, hemoglobinopathies, spina bifida, metabolic genetics, and craniofacial anomalies.

Compensation & Benefits

The starting salary ranges from $252,000 to $278,000, adjusted based on experience and faculty rank. Benefits include:

• Generous retirement contributions
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Competitive vacation and sick leave
• CME days and funds
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
• Paid malpractice and life insurance
• Loan repayment options (if eligible)

For more information on loan forgiveness, please see the links for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Note that a California residency is required upon start date, and this position is not eligible for a Conrad 30 Waiver.