Clinical Medical Geneticist
About The Position
The Department of Medical Genetics and Genomic Medicine at Saint Peter’s University Hospital is seeking a full-time Clinical Geneticist. The new team member will have clinical responsibilities within the Department of Medical Genetics and Genomic Medicine and opportunities for teaching and participation in clinical research trials. The Department has been designated by the New Jersey State Department of Health as central Jersey's Regional Center for Newborn Screening and General Genetic Services and houses one of the largest comprehensive Lysosomal Disease Therapy Centers in the United States. The Department provides comprehensive in-patient and out-patient services to patients of all ages with a variety of genetically influenced conditions and collaborates with all other departments and divisions within the hospital as well as the community. Select specialty clinics include Craniofacial, Neurogenetics, Hearing Impairment, Metabolic, Prenatal, and Oncology. Saint Peter's University Hospital has provided comprehensive clinical genetic services since 1992, and the department is actively involved in gene therapy and other clinical trials for orphan drugs. Members of the department also provide lectures to physician residents and serve as mentors to genetic counseling students during their on-site clinical rotations.
Requirements
- M.D./D.O. degree from a recognized Medical or Osteopathic School
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Clinical Genetics (and Genomics)
- Currently have or the ability to obtain a New Jersey Medical License
Nice To Haves
- BC/BE in Pediatrics or Internal Medicine and/or Medical Biochemical Genetics desirable but not required
Responsibilities
- Clinical responsibilities within the Department of Medical Genetics and Genomic Medicine
- Teaching opportunities
- Participation in clinical research trials
- Provide lectures to physician residents
- Serve as mentors to genetic counseling students
Benefits
- Inclusion in an experienced, multidisciplinary, and supportive team providing an unparalleled continuum of care
- Opportunity to teach at the graduate and post-graduate levels
- Opportunity to participate in clinical research trials
- Highly competitive compensation package
- Competitive salary and excellent benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
