UNIV - Open Rank - Pediatric Geneticist - Pediatrics: Genetics

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description Summary

The Division of Medical Genetics and Genomics in the Department of Pediatrics at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is searching for a medical geneticist with specialized training and expertise in biochemical genetics to join our expanding academic faculty.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001021 COM PEDS Genetics CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong commitment to caring for individuals with inherited metabolic disorders and a passion for advancing therapies for rare diseases. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for patients with metabolic and genetic disorders across the lifespan, including newborn screening follow-up, diagnostic evaluations, long-term disease management, and multidisciplinary care. The ideal candidate will combine excellence in patient care and collaborative practice with a vision for growing clinical and research programs in metabolic genetics and rare disease therapeutics.

 

The Division of Medical Genetics and Genomics includes clinical and biochemical geneticists, genetic counselors, a metabolic dietitian, and dedicated support staff working together to provide comprehensive care for children and adults with genetic and rare disorders. ​It offers a unique opportunity to develop a career at the intersection of rare disease care, precision medicine, and therapeutic innovation. Faculty may participate in industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated clinical trials, natural history studies, and translational research, while helping implement novel therapies, including gene-targeted treatments.

 

Academic rank and compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

 

MUSC Health is South Carolina’s only comprehensive academic health system and a leading tertiary and quaternary referral center. MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital is a state-of-the-art 250-bed facility with a full range of pediatric medical and surgical subspecialties. 

 

Located on South Carolina's coast, Charleston is consistently recognized among the nation's most desirable places to live and visit. The city offers a unique combination of historic charm, exceptional dining, vibrant arts and culture, outdoor recreation, and an outstanding quality of life.

 

Minimum Requirements: Medical Doctor or equivalent. American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG) board eligible/certified. Licensed/eligible for license in South Carolina.

 

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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