Genetic Counselor

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.•MN Home Office, MN

22h•$65,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Genetic Counselor IV plays a pivotal role in advancing the genetic counseling program by integrating best practices and innovative approaches. Provides expert consultations supporting the CDC Newborn Screening and Molecular Biology Branch with interpretation of complex screening data. Will provide clinical insights needed for data interpretation, training, and development of communication strategies. Leads the design and implementation of programs supporting stakeholder engagement and collaboration, and development of the newborn screening workforce, ensuring the program remains at the forefront of the field and organization. Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain the required customer clearance for access to systems, facilities, equipment and property.
Must have a Certified Genetic Counselors (CGC) certification from the American Board of Genetics Counseling (ABGC).
Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred, and a minimum of seven or more (7+) years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education/experience.

Responsibilities

Oversees the genetic counseling program, ensuring integration of best practices and innovations.
Will serve as a “Newborn Screening Specialist” providing technical expertise to support data evaluation, clinical interpretation, public health integration, and longitudinal evaluation of newborn screening outcomes.
Advance tools and strategies including developing training resources, webinars, workshops and other collaboration initiatives.
Provide clinical context to advance data science and informatics initiatives, optimize workflows, and refine diagnostic capabilities.
Collaborate with state newborn screening programs and stakeholders to provide technical assistance and support for newborn screening personnel including developing training resources, webinars, workshops and other collaboration initiatives
Refine and implement standardized screening protocols that align with best practices and emerging clinical and technical advancements
Leads complex evaluations and provide expert consultation in genetic risk assessment and management.
Foster partnerships between NSMBB and its collaborators, promoting transparency, cultivating cooperation, and advancing innovation in NBS practices
Enhance and provide input for communication strategies by creating technical content for websites, newsletters, and Branch presentations.
Provide technical assistance and clinical expertise to support the interpretation of NBS related data, follow-up practices, program workflows.