Seeking a Pediatric Clinical Geneticist to lead the Section of Clinical Genetics. This role involves teaching, research, clinical work, and administrative leadership in a growing genetics program that serves pediatric and adult patients. One of the largest full-service pediatric hospital in Virginia, and its newly expanded 500,000-square-foot inpatient Children’s Tower enhances its ability to provide specialized care.

• Academic medical center

• Excellent relocation package - $25,000 - $50,000
  
  
  COLLABORATION
  
  - The division works under a collaborative care model, meaning genetic counselors are heavily integrated into outpatient clinics
  - They also have a Genetic Counseling Master’s program, so faculty geneticists are expected to teach and mentor students
  - The team includes a PA a locum tenens MD, and currently one full-time MD — with the goal of rebuilding to at least three faculty (including a new section chief)
  

JOB DESCRIPTION

• General Clinical Geneticist role.

• Focus on patient care, teaching, and research.

• Works with both pediatric and adult patients.

• Requires board certification or eligibility in Clinical Genetics and Genomics.

• Preferred: Additional certification in Clinical Biochemical Genetics.
  
  AREAS OF STUDY

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) testing and diagnosis

• Birth defects

• Developmental delay

• Failure to thrive

• Familial cancer

• Growth irregularity

• Hypermobility

• Metabolic conditions

• Neurological symptoms

• Recurrent nausea/vomiting
  

• MD or MD/PhD

• ABMGG certification in Clinical Genetics and Genomics

• Fellowship training in metabolic/biochemical genetics is a plus.

• The ideal candidate is comfortable managing a wide range of genetic conditions across all age groups, and is committed to a team-based approach (working closely with genetic counselors, nutritionists, etc.).

• They should have a passion for teaching (given the academic setting and genetic counseling program) and ideally some interest in clinical research or program development.

• Strong communication and empathy with patients/families are essential.

• At least 5 years in patient care and leadership experience in a medical genetics program

• The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of patient care experience,
  
  SKILLS AND EXPERTISE

• Leadership in genetic services and program development

• Expertise in pediatric and adult genetic conditions

• Strong teaching and mentoring background for medical students, residents, and genetic counselors

• Research contributions (publications, conference presentations)

• Administrative experience (strategic planning, quality improvement)

• Preferred: ABMGG certification in Clinical Biochemical Genetics

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Family insurance

• Signing bonus

• Paid time-off

• Overtime payment

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee growth plan

• Relocation option

• Career development training