Director - Cytogenetics/FISH

PHOENIX, ARIZONA (USA). The Director - Cytogenetics/FISH will oversee the technical and medical functions of the cytogenetics and FISH laboratory. Working together with the other cytogeneticists, hematopathology laboratory manager, area supervisor, site operations director, and hematopathology division director, the Director will assure the laboratory delivers high-quality and timely testing services and maintains a diverse and up-to-date menu of tests relevant to cancer genetics.

Responsibilities:

• Directs all aspects of testing in the laboratory, including specimen processing, analysis, result reporting, quality assurance (including proficiency testing), and SOPs relating to the laboratory operation. Maintains quality standards by overseeing quality program and proficiency testing.
• Oversees new test development and validation processes.
• Coordinate work of other doctoral scientists (cytogeneticists) and delegates selected duties to them as appropriate for their qualifications and interests.
• Participates in case sign-out.
• Write, review, and sign cytogenetics and FISH reports and/or clinical trial studies.
• Assure files contain correct clinical indication, patient information, accuracy of karyotypes or FISH images, analysis of information and nomenclature.
• Ensures compliance with all state and federal regulatory agencies, including CLIA and CAP, requirements for testing and result reporting.

• PhD and/or MD degree in Human Genetics or related field.
• Board certification in Clinical Cytogenetics by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG).
• Post-doctoral experience in Clinical Cytogenetics.
• Previous experience as a cytogenetic laboratory technical director preferred.
• Broad understanding of conventional cytogenetics and FISH testing (including cancer and non-cancer).
• Knowledge of the latest research developments in genetics with ability and skills to perform and oversee related techniques to expand current FISH or Cytogenetic offerings.
• The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years’ experience working in a clinical cytogenetics laboratory, but recently trained individuals will be considered. Next-generation sequencing experience is highly desired.

Director of Cytogenetics - Assistant/Associate/Professor
Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

MIAMI, FLORIDA (USA). The University of Miami Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is seeking applicants with a Ph.D. or M.D / D.O. degree to apply for a full time academic oriented Assistant Professor or Associate Faculty position in cytogenetics. Academic rank, compensation, and appointment type will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Board certification in Clinical Cytogenetics by the American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMGG) or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics (LGG) is required.

The candidate will direct the clinical cytogenetic laboratory of UHealth and advance the academic mission of the Department. The candidate should be enthusiastic, creative, effective, inclusive, and a leader in all respects. Clinical responsibilities include the establishment of testing, instituting utilization management, developing appropriate policies, and strategic planning for Cytogenetics. The Director works closely with the section supervisor, laboratory manager and technicians in planning, participating, and managing all cytogenetic operations - the goal is to have a safe, efficient, productive and quality conscious, and fiscally responsible laboratory. The Director is responsible for final analysis and interpretation of results for all testing and issuance of accurate, and timely reports.

The wide spectrum of patients and specialty care in the healthcare campus generates an abundance of challenging cases and numerous opportunities in clinical research and academic activities. UHealth and Jackson Health System are world-renowned, not-for profit multispecialty national referral centers with a mission of optimal patient care combined with excellence in teaching and research.

The successful candidate will join a Department that is a vital part of the Miller School of Medicine. The appreciation that bonds our School, University, community, and health care campus is mutual and deep. The successful candidate will be joining an excellent family of subspecialized faculty that are committed to our patients, colleagues, and each other. In addition to a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, this is an outstanding opportunity to practice in Miami, a highly desirable area rich in culture and diversity, and a premier destination known for its weather, lifestyle, and opportunities for outdoor activities. Your application is welcomed.

Applicants must apply online by clicking on the following link:
https://umiami.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMFaculty/job/Miami-FL/Assistant-Associate-Professor-of-Clinical---Pathology--Cytogenetics-_R100045471

For any questions regarding the position, please contact: Dr. Merce Jorda at mjorda@med.miami.edu.

[5 March 2021, #10508-1]

Assistant Professor – Cytogeneticist – Pathology

JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI (USA). The Department of Pathology at the University of Mississippi School Of Medicine seeks a board-certified or board-eligible clinical cytogeneticist for the position of Director of Cytogenetics. Candidates for this position will only be considered if he or she has or is eligible for board certification in clinical cytogenetics by the American Board of Medical Genetics. Certification/eligibility in molecular genetics is desirable. The faculty member serving in this position will be actively involved in clinical duties such as case sign out, quality management, operational efficiency, and outreach as well as assay development and implementing new technologies. The Clinical Cytogenetics Laboratory currently provides classical cytogenetic analysis of all specimen types and FISH on prenatal, constitutional blood and leukemic specimens. The laboratory anticipates expanding FISH testing into paraffin-embedded and touch-prep specimen types to meet the needs of an actively growing pathology service.

Experience with microarray and next generation sequencing is highly desirable as the Department is committed to greatly expanding the range of molecular genetic testing offered and is establishing a new molecular laboratory for those testing methodologies. Evidence of scholarly activity should be demonstrated and candidates with research interests are encouraged to apply. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others are essential.

The University of Mississippi Medical Center has an accredited AP/CP residency training program and a fellowship training program. Candidates should enjoy working with medical students and pathology residents and fellows. Duties are those of an academic clinical cytogeneticist and include, but are not limited to, clinical service and training of residents and fellows. Excellent teaching skills and experience with medical student education are highly valued. UMMC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all who are interested in this position to apply. The position is posted at an Open Rank. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Requisition number: R00012719

Application link: https://ummc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UMCCareers/job/Jackson-MS---Main-Campus/Assistant-Professor---SOM-Pathology---FT_R00012719-1

[6 April 2021, #10625]

Cytogenetics/Molecular Genetics Faculty
Department of Pathology

WINSTON-SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA (USA). The Department of Pathology’s Section of Molecular Pathology is seeking a Clinical Cytogeneticist/Molecular Geneticist to join us in our Mission to Care, Mission to Cure at Wake Forest Baptist Health. The ideal candidate for this faculty opportunity would possess the following qualifications:

• PhD, MD, or MD/PhD
• ABMGG-certified (or active status) in Clinical Cytogenetics and Genomics and Clinical Molecular Genetics and Genomics; or certified (or active status) in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to independently solve a wide range of complex problems
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with experience

• Assist in overseeing the daily operations of the cytogenetics and molecular laboratories to ensure compliance with local, state, and national regulations including maintaining CAP-accreditation and CLIA-certification.
• Review and interpret cytogenetic, FISH, and molecular testing and generate reports for patient care.
• Develop and direct validation of clinical tests.
• Work with the Section Director to develop and implement quality, utilization and performance improvement activities.
• Assist with capital needs identification, business plan generation, and information systems planning.
• Identify and develop enterprise standardization and integration opportunities.
• Participate in residency/fellow/medical student educational activities.
• Assist with section-specific educational curriculum development.
• Engage in collaborative or independent clinical and/or translational research.

Pediatric Pathologist

AKRON, OHIO (USA).

Opportunity - Laboratory Genetics and Genomics

Akron Children’s Hospital seeks an MD or DO Pathologist with Molecular Pathology and Cytogenetics training, or a PhD with training and certification in Clinical Laboratory Genetics and Genomics. This is a new position to support growth initiatives in these areas. The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Akron Children’s is a regional referral center for adult and pediatric genetic and infectious disease molecular testing. The position is predominantly clinical in focus, with clinically oriented research opportunities available.

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is staffed by seven Pathologists and two PhD directors. The successful candidate will join the Genomics team which consists of one Molecular Pathologist and one Cytogeneticist, along with a seasoned team of technical staff. In 2020, the molecular laboratory performed over 42,962 tests, while the cytogenetics laboratory performed over 1,084 tests.

Akron Children’s offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, CME allowance, healthcare, disability and malpractice coverage.

Hospital Overview

Akron Children’s Hospital is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio, serving over 1,000,000 patients each year. With two free-standing pediatric hospitals and 29+ primary care offices, the Akron Children’s Hospital system provides services at more than 50 locations across an urban, suburban and rural region of Ohio. The services and subspecialties at Akron Children’s the hospital span the entire scope of medical services available today - from routine and preventative care to emerging technologies in surgery and patient care.

Akron Children’s is dedicated to family-centered care, and improving the treatment of childhood illness and injury through research at the Rebecca D. Considine Clinical Research Institute. Quality is a strategic focus of Akron Children’s Hospital through the Mark A. Watson Center for Operations Excellence, using tools such as Lean Six Sigma.

Qualified candidates are encourage to apply on line at: Pediatric Pathologist in Akron, OH | Akron Children's Hospital, or send their CV to Lori Schapel at lschapel@akronchildrens.org.

[16 April 2021, #10679]

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]