Director of Cytogenetics

University of Maryland, Baltimore

$130K — $310K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • ABMGG certification in Clinical Cytogenetics or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics required
  • Eligible MD and/or PhD candidates considered
  • 5-7 years of relevant leadership experience preferred
  • Demonstrated success in an academic setting, including teaching and publications
  • Experience with external grant-funded research is desirable

Responsibilities

  • Direct and manage the cytogenetics laboratory operations
  • Support molecular pathology and biochemical genetics services
  • Ensure compliance with CLIA/CAP standards
  • Oversee laboratory staffing and training
  • Engage in research and academic publishing
  • Participate in teaching and mentoring of students and residents

Benefits

  • Generous leave package including 4+ weeks of vacation
  • Tuition remission for employees and dependents
  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Participation in a pension and retirement program
  • Professional development programs
  • Bonus opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description

Department of Pathology

Director of Cytogenetics


The Department of Pathology, University of Maryland School of Medicine invites applicants for a full-time Clinical Pathology faculty position at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor, to serve as Director of Cytogenetics. Applicants must meet CLIA/CAP criteria to direct a cytogenetics lab including ABMGG certification in Clinical Cytogenetics or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics; MD and/or PhD candidates are eligible. The successful applicant will have demonstrated leadership experience or potential. Ability and willingness to support the department's molecular pathology and biochemical genetics services is strongly preferred. Evidence of success in the academic setting, including teaching and publications, is required; external grant-funded research is desirable. Academic appointment and salary will be commensurate with degree, academic rank, and experience. The salary range is $130,000 - $310,000.

The University of Maryland Pathology Associates Cytogenetics Laboratory provides cytogenetics, microarray, and FISH testing for the University of Maryland Medical Center and other University of Maryland Medical System hospitals. The laboratory complete

approximately 4000 tests per year, supporting the NCI-designated Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center.


Qualifications

Applicants must meet CLIA/CAP criteria to direct a cytogenetics lab including ABMGG certification in Clinical Cytogenetics or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics; MD and/or PhD

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