Medical Geneticist

The University of Utah • Salt Lake, UT

3d

About The Position

The Division of Medical Genetics at the University of Utah School of Medicine is recruiting a Medical Geneticist to assist in the management of patients with genetic disorders. The provider will provide medical care to patients with genetic disorders, congenital anomalies, and metabolic disorders. Clinical activities will be carried out at Primary Children’s Hospital, the University of Utah Hospital, and outreach clinics within and outside of Utah. In addition to clinical service, there is an expectation for academic work, including education, investigation, administration, as well as advocacy. Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in Medical Genetics. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications. The Department and University offers a competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program, including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and excellence as educators. Salt Lake City offers an incredible quality of life with a growing economy, rich cultural scene with ballet, theatre, symphony, opera, live music, museums, outstanding restaurants, and a moderate cost of living. The city is a well-known ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five scenic national parks (with five more within a day’s drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails (some leaving from adjacent to the hospital), and numerous other outdoor activities. Interested individuals can apply at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/135736 . Cover letter detailing previous experience, curriculum vitae and names and contact information of three references will be required. For additional information about the position, please contact: Nicola Longo, M.D., Ph.D., at [email protected] . The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

Requirements

• Board Eligible/Board Certified in Medical Genetics

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of patients with genetic disorders
• Provide medical care to patients with genetic disorders, congenital anomalies, and metabolic disorders
• Clinical activities will be carried out at Primary Children’s Hospital, the University of Utah Hospital, and outreach clinics within and outside of Utah
• Academic work, including education, investigation, administration, as well as advocacy

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Unmatched benefits program, including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately
• Faculty development and mentoring program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees