Genetic Counselor - Research (Genetic Medicine)

Johns Hopkins University•Baltimore, MD

16d•Remote

About The Position

The Department of Genetic Medicine is seeking a part time Board Certified or Board Eligible Genetic Counselor - Research to conduct genomics or ELSI research and participate in research training and education.

Requirements

Master's Degree from a graduate program accredited by the American Board of Genetic Counseling.
Must seek (and maintain) certification as a genetic counselor from the ABGC within one year of hire date.
Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Nice To Haves

One year genetic counseling experience, with experience in general pediatric or adult genetics clinic.
Exposure to genetics / genetic counseling research
Valid ABGC Board certification or board eligibility required.

Responsibilities

Develops and implements genomic medicine or ELSI research project(s) with input from mentors and supervisors.
Responsible for day-to-day management of primary research study including compliance with human subject's considerations and best practices for research data management.
May assist in the management of research studies of research team members, including protocol development, providing subject matter expertise, preparation of education materials, and review and revision of manuscripts.
Takes research courses annually. Completes the Rigor and Reproducibility in Research and Fundamentals of Genetic Counseling Research course in the year of hire.
Develops at least one research-focused webinar, discussion forum, or conference session for a genetics meeting.
Provides guidance and expertise in specialty areas to others.
Develops and maintains cooperative and positive working relationships with team members and faculty.
Participates in DGM educational activities.
May provide guidance and general supervision to genetic counseling students and/or undergraduate students participating in research.
Contributes to grant proposal(s).
Exhibits effective communication and documentation in a concise and logical manner.
Attends and actively participates in research conferences, seminars, journal clubs, lab meetings, and other JHU meetings as assigned.
Develops and delivers presentations at genomics/genetics/ELSI focused local, regional, and national journal clubs, seminars, and research meetings.
Identifies issues and takes on a leadership role to conduct process review in collaboration with team.
Contributes to new initiatives within the department/institution.
Works with others of different backgrounds and specialties on professional committees and task forces.
Participates in at least one (1) publication annually.
Understands and communicates the mission of the department and Johns Hopkins Medicine and contribute to the positive image of Johns Hopkins Medicine on a national/international scale.
Makes adjustments to self to positively accept and manage change.
Performs miscellaneous related duties and special projects as assigned.