CLINICAL GENETICIST JOB OPPORTUNITY

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

The Division of Medical Genetics and Genomics at our organization is seeking a Clinical Geneticist. This role presents a fantastic opportunity for professional development and advancement within a respected medical genetics program.

The chosen candidate will engage in clinical, research, and educational initiatives within the Division, collaborating with various specialties in the pediatrics department and the OB/GYN-Maternal Fetal Medicine department.

Qualifications

Applicants for this position should possess an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. and must be board certified or eligible in Clinical Genetics. Experience or board certification in clinical molecular genetics is advantageous.

Job Responsibilities

• Engage in a diverse range of clinical activities, including care for adult and pediatric patients in areas such as General Genetics/Dysmorphology, Prenatal Genetics, Cancer Genetics, Pharmacogenetics, Inborn Errors of Metabolism, and Newborn Screening Follow-up.
• Conduct inpatient hospital consultations and manage outpatient clinics.
• Receive clinical support from the division chief, a clinical geneticist/cytogeneticist, and our Medical Genetics Faculty, which includes a Medical Biochemical Geneticist specializing in Metabolic Disorders, four Genetic Counselors, a Genetic Nurse Practitioner, a Genetic Physician Assistant, a Genetic Registered Nurse, and a dietician.
• Participate in teaching opportunities and have the potential to engage in clinical research.
• Benefit from excellent support from pediatric subspecialties.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. The compensation includes a sign-on bonus, medical, dental, and vision coverage, relocation assistance, a retirement plan, and malpractice insurance.

The base salary ranges from $180,000 to $250,000 annually, depending on experience and training. For faculty members with higher ranks, salary discussions will be aligned with their experience.

This role will be a tenured faculty appointment at a rank that reflects the candidate's experience, with a strong commitment to enhancing faculty diversity and the graduate student population.

The start date for this position is dependent on obtaining a valid medical license in New York State.

About Our Organization

Our health system is the only regionally governed not-for-profit health system serving northeastern New York and western New England. It includes a medical center, a medical college, a children's hospital, and several other healthcare facilities. Our medical center is the capital region's only academic medical center and one of the largest teaching hospitals in upstate New York.

Living in Albany, NY

Albany provides an excellent quality of life, featuring affordable housing, highly rated educational institutions, and a vibrant cultural atmosphere. Its proximity to New York City, Boston, and Montreal offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities throughout the year in the Adirondack Mountains and surrounding lakes. This area is perfect for professionals and families seeking a balanced lifestyle with both urban and suburban living options.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact details for three references, and a statement outlining their clinical experience, leadership, research interests, and goals.

Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.