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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Clinical Molecular Geneticist to join our dynamic healthcare team. This role involves the application of molecular biology techniques to diagnose and manage inherited genetic disorders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in genetics, molecular biology, and clinical diagnostics, and will be responsible for interpreting complex genetic data to support patient care.
As a Clinical Molecular Geneticist, you will work closely with physicians, genetic counselors, laboratory personnel, and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate and timely genetic test results. You will be expected to stay current with advances in genetic testing technologies and contribute to the development and validation of new diagnostic assays. Your expertise will be critical in guiding treatment decisions and providing risk assessments for patients and their families.
Key responsibilities include analyzing DNA, RNA, and chromosomal data to detect mutations and genetic abnormalities, preparing detailed reports of findings, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. You will also participate in quality assurance programs and may be involved in training and mentoring junior staff or students.
This position requires excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly to both medical professionals and patients. A commitment to ethical standards and patient confidentiality is essential.
The role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes and to contribute to the advancement of personalized medicine. If you are passionate about genetics and want to be at the forefront of molecular diagnostics, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Analyze DNA, RNA, and chromosomal data for mutations and abnormalities
- Prepare and review detailed clinical reports
- Collaborate with physicians and genetic counselors on patient care
- Develop and validate new molecular diagnostic assays
- Ensure compliance with laboratory and regulatory standards
- Participate in quality control and assurance programs
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of genetic testing technologies
- Train and mentor laboratory staff and students
- Contribute to research and development initiatives
Requirements
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- Board certification or eligibility in Clinical Molecular Genetics
- Experience in a clinical laboratory setting
- Strong understanding of molecular diagnostic techniques
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to interpret complex genetic data
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Commitment to patient confidentiality and ethical standards
- Familiarity with regulatory and accreditation requirements
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What is your experience with molecular diagnostic techniques?
- Are you board certified or eligible in Clinical Molecular Genetics?
- Can you describe a challenging case you worked on and how you resolved it?
- How do you stay current with advances in genetic testing?
- What quality control measures do you implement in your work?
- How do you ensure accurate interpretation of complex genetic data?
- Have you developed or validated any diagnostic assays?
- What is your experience with regulatory compliance in a clinical lab?
- How do you communicate complex genetic findings to non-specialists?
- Are you comfortable mentoring junior staff or students?
