Academic Cytogeneticist and Molecular Geneticist

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA (USA). The Department of Pathology at the University of California, San Diego (http://pathology.ucsd.edu) is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body, and seeks an academic cytogeneticist and molecular geneticist to join the Division of Laboratory and Genomic Medicine.

Based at the state-of-the art Center for Advanced Laboratory Medicine in La Jolla, the Clinical Genetics and Genomics Laboratories support not only UC San Diego Health's Jacobs and Hillcrest Medical Centers and the region's only NCI-designated cancer center, but also serves as a national/international referral leader in personalized and precision medicine.

Clinical sign-out and on-call responsibilities will be shared with other qualified faculty, who are focused on the cytogenetic/molecular genetic/genomic evaluation of cancer, inherited and rare genetic disorders, and prenatal screening. Teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows is also expected, along with continued scholarly contributions to clinical, translational, developmental and/or basic research.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and based on the University of California pay scales. Appointments may require candidates to be self-funded. As a member of the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, the appointee should be aware that there are limitations on outside professional activities and clinical moonlighting is expressly prohibited. Additional information can be found here: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-671.pdf

The University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

To apply: https://apptrkr.com/2544497

[11 October 2021, #11528]

Mayo Clinic
Cytogeneticist

ROCHESTER, MINNESOTA (USA). Mayo Clinic offers a variety of employee benefits. For additional information please visit Mayo Clinic Benefits. Eligibility may vary.

The Division of Hematopathology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, is seeking a Cytogeneticist to join our practice.

The Division includes 25-hematopathologists and 6-hematology focused cytogeneticists whose diverse clinical practice encompasses all aspects of benign and malignant hematopathology from both the internal Mayo Clinic practice and the Mayo Clinic Laboratories (MCL) reference laboratory. Our faculty is committed to excellence in clinical practice, education, and translational research.

Qualified candidates will hold an MD or equivalent and/or PhD and must be American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics-board certified/eligible in Cytogenetics and Molecular Genetics or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics. Preference will be given to candidates who have a particular interest and expertise in hematologic molecular genetics, next-generation sequencing, and translational research. This would include junior candidates who intend to develop a career focused on hematologic genetics as well as mid-career candidates who have a proven clinical and academic track record in hematologic genetics. Both recent graduates and experienced cytogeneticists and pathologists are encouraged to apply. Five to ten years of experience is desirable, but not required.

The breadth of entities encountered in our hematopathology and genetics practice and the depth of the diagnostic tools available for their evaluation are unparalleled, creating opportunities for professional growth and career development. Additional opportunities in solid tumor and hereditary genetics are available based on institutional need and candidate’s interest and training.

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[5 October 2021, #11483]

Cytogeneticist / Rank DOQ (Faculty)

OMAHA, NEBRASKA (USA). The Department of Pathology and Microbiology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center is seeking a Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. board certified cytogeneticist at the associate or full professor level. Depending on experience and qualifications, the individual will serve as Director or Co-director of Cytogenetics within the Nebraska Medicine Human Genetics Laboratory. The laboratory is an integral part of the molecular genetics program within the department, focused on cytogenetic and FISH analysis of hematologic malignancies and solid tumors, in addition to testing of genetic disorders. The successful candidate will have a strong record of accomplishment including scholarly activity and teaching in an academic environment. Support and opportunities exist for pursuit of research interests.

Interested candidates should submit their CV and letter of interest to https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/60721.

Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

[27 August 2021, #11301]

Assistant/Associate Director – Molecular Genetic Pathology Unit

ROCHESTER, NEW YORK (USA). The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry (URMC), in Rochester, NY, is recruiting an additional full-time faculty to join its Molecular Genetic Pathology (MGP) unit, which encompasses the Molecular Diagnostics, Cytogenetics and Chromosome Microarray laboratories.

The ideal applicant will be American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG) certified or eligible in Clinical Cytogenetics and Genomics and Clinical Molecular Genetics and Genomics, or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics and eligible for a medical license and Certificate of Qualification in the State of New York. Experience in clinical next-generation sequencing, cytogenetics and chromosome microarray is required. Appointment will be at a rank commensurate with the candidate’s experience and accomplishments.

The successful candidate will share responsibility for the diagnostic interpretation, sign-out, test development, and clinical consultation in the clinical cytogenetics, chromosome microarray and molecular diagnostics laboratories. Participation in the technical direction of the laboratories will also be expected.

Opportunities for teaching are ample at the medical student, resident and fellow levels. There will be ample protected academic time for applied, translational, or basic research and support will be appropriate to ensure the recruit’s success.

The Department provides a very wide range of services, performing 8 million tests and accessioning 90,000 surgical pathology cases per year. Four molecular pathologists/clinical laboratory geneticists support a complete menu of assays within the MGP labs: 2,000 karyotypes, 700 SNP/CGH arrays, 10,000 FISH assays, and a wide range of molecular tests, including hematologic and solid tumor next-generation sequencing-based assays.

Applicants should apply online at http://www.rochester.edu/jobopp, job number 225778, and forward their cover letter, curriculum vitae and three references to:

Bruce R. Smoller, M.D.
Search Committee Chair
c/o Sue Van Thof
Email: sue_vanthof@urmc.rochester.edu

Post-offer health assessments and drug testing is required to be performed on-site.

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. The University believes that a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture enhances the performance of our organization and our ability to fulfill our important missions. The University is committed to fostering and supporting a workplace culture inclusive of people regardless of their race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, marital status, age, physical abilities, political affiliation, religious beliefs or any other non-merit fact, so that all employees feel included, equally valued and supported.

[1 September 2021, #11314]

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine
Clinical Cytogeneticist Faculty Position

CHAPEL HILL, NORTH CAROLINA (USA). The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, is seeking a PhD, MD, or MD/PhD academic Clinical Cytogeneticist for a tenure-track/tenured or fixed-term position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. The UNC Hospitals Clinical Cytogenetics Laboratory is a full-service laboratory which performs both constitutional (prenatal and postnatal) and cancer cytogenetic testing on approximately 4500 cases annually. Responsibilities of this position will include oversight and direction of the day-to-day operations of the clinical cytogenetics diagnostic service, laboratory case sign-out (conventional cytogenetics, FISH, and SNP microarray), technical and analytical troubleshooting, and new assay development.

The ideal applicant will be board-certified in Clinical Cytogenetics and Genomics, both Clinical Cytogenetics and Molecular Genetics and Genomics, or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics, with training and several years of job experience in constitutional and cancer cytogenetics, as well as molecular methods. Newly board-certified or board-eligible individuals are, however, strongly encouraged to apply. For those with certification or fellowship training in both Clinical Cytogenetics and Molecular Genetics or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics, a combined role in both the Cytogenetic and Molecular Diagnostic Laboratories is available. All Laboratory faculty are expected to teach a variety of learners, including medical students, pathology and medical genetics residents, and fellows from various programs including Laboratory Genetics and Genomics, Molecular Genetic Pathology, and Maternal Fetal Medicine. Opportunities also exist to engage in a variety of ongoing research projects including several that involve next generation sequencing.

Interested candidates must complete an online application at https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/200176. The online application requires an application letter, curriculum vitae, summary of career goals, and names and addresses of four (4) references. Inquiries regarding the position can be directed to Dr. Lori Ramkissoon, Chair of the Search Committee, at Lori.Ramkissoon@unchealth.unc.edu. The online application must be completed in order to be considered for the position. For additional information visit https://www.med.unc.edu/pathology/.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

[8 October 2021, #11523-2]

Director of Cytogenetics Opportunity

HERSHEY, PENNSYLVANIA (USA). The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State University College of Medicine is seeking a PhD, MD or MD/PhD Director of Cytogenetics at the Assistant/Associate/Professor level to establish a new cytogenetics laboratory. Candidates for this position must be certified or eligible for board certification in clinical cytogenetics by the American Board of Medical Genetics or by the American Board of Pathology in molecular genetic pathology. Additionally, certification/eligibility in molecular genetics is desirable.

The individual will be responsible for planning and executing the establishment of a new cytogenetics facility at Hershey Medical Center. This is a unique opportunity for the individual with experience and vision to set up the laboratory and deliver needed services. Following establishment of the lab the Director, with appropriate support, will include meeting requirements for certification by regulatory agencies (CLIA, CAP), developing and maintaining standard operating procedure manuals, and quality control practices. The Director will also ensure supervision of cytogenetics technical staff in the technical performance of proficiency testing programs as required by the regulatory agencies of CGI (CLIA, CAP).

The candidate must have demonstrated skills in pre-, post, and analytical clinical laboratory operations, clinical laboratory budget development and cost management and experience to troubleshoot technical problems. The director will be primarily responsible for analysis and interpretation of results, preparation and reviewing of final test reports, and reporting of results on oncological, prenatal, and postnatal specimens. The candidate will also support the development and validation of in-house FISH -based assays for applications in oncology and other areas. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others are essential.

Evidence of scholarly activity is highly desirable and candidates with research interests are encouraged to apply. Support and opportunities exist for pursuit of research interests and there are extensive opportunities for collaborations within the College of Medicine and its various Institutes, as well as the Penn State Cancer Institute.

Appointment will be at a rank commensurate with the candidate’s experience and accomplishments.

For immediate consideration, please contact:

Erica Geist
Physician Recruiter, Penn State Health
Email: egeist@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

Penn State Health is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

[24 September 2021, #11439]

Penn Medicine Clinician

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA (USA). The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks a molecular genetic pathologist or molecular geneticist or molecular cytogeneticist for a position at Penn Medicine Clinician level. The ideal candidate applicant will also have experience in personalized diagnostics with aptitude in next generation sequencing and single-gene based testing; including sign-out, variant interpretation and reporting. Broad experience with assessing constitutional and somatic alterations in oncology is essential. Applicants must have an M.D. or equivalent degree and have demonstrated excellent training in molecular genetic pathology, clinical genetics and genomics in clinical laboratory settings. Eligibility or Certification by the American Board of Pathology in molecular genetic pathology or American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (in either Laboratory Genetics and Genomics or Clinical Molecular Genetics and Clinical Cytogenetics) is a requirement for this position.

The successful candidate will be a member of the Division of Precision and Computational Diagnostics in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine and the position requires extensive commitment to quality in clinical service and education in a CAP/CLIA environment.

The appointment is for a year and the position is available for a July 1, 2021 starting date.

The Penn Medicine Clinician will: provide health care services on a full-time or part-time basis in an owned or affiliated health care entity of Penn Medicine or The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Provide inpatient hospital services as required and fulfill all medico-administrative duties associated with membership on each hospital medical staff of which the clinician is a member. May participate in a minimum of 50 hours per year of active and high-quality teaching or equivalent service. Perform prompt, courteous and competent professional services in accordance with generally accepted professional standards for such services and with the standards established from time to time. Maintain license to practice medicine without restriction or limitation in Pennsylvania or location of affiliates, if applicable.

Apply online at: https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/HUP/Pennmedicine-Clinician_JR00033310-1

We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

[14 June 2021, #10940-4]

 

Hematopathologist

PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND (USA). University Pathologists (UPLLC), an Aurora Diagnostics and Sonic Healthcare Partner, is recruiting for a dynamic Hematopathologist to join our team in Providence, RI. Charter Care provides a continuum of health care services in southeastern New England, ranging from primary care to nationally recognized cancer care and research. With hospitals located in Providence and North Providence, Charter Care was designated as an Academic Comprehensive Cancer Center. Charter Care offers a rehabilitation center, laboratory and home health services, in addition to serving a number of physician practices.

Candidates with five years of experience, in the field of hematopathology, with expertise in different subspecialties of hematopathology including Flow Cytometry, Immunohistochemistry, Cytogenetics, Coagulation and Molecular genetics are preferred. This position will also sign-out surgical pathology, remotely cover hematopathology service for our partner hospitals in RI and CT, participate in the teaching of Hematology-Oncology fellows and in tumor boards.

The candidate must be fellowship trained and AP/CP Board Certified. Expertise in clinical pathology is most welcomed. Candidates must have excellent communication skills, and be able to interact well with clinicians, administrators and laboratory staff. The successful candidate should be a strong team player and have the ability to work independently.

This full-time position is an integral part of UPLLC in southern New England. University Pathologists is a growing, multi-specialty, multi-state professional group of 20 pathologists with 12 pathologist assistants, providing Anatomic and Clinical Pathology to multiple hospitals, surgery centers and outpatient facilities in MA, RI and CT.

The position is available immediately. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and curriculum vitae addressed to:

Debra M. Becker, CMPE
University Pathologists, LLC
67 Slades Ferry Boulevard, Suite 6720
Somerset, MA 02726
Email: dbecker@auroradx.com

An Equal Opportunity/Drug Free Work Place

[20 May 2021, #10839]