Assistant Director, Clinical Genomics Lab
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on2830, Hickory Street, Coverdale, Bethel Park, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15102, United States
About the Opportunity
UPMC Magee Women's Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is seeking a PhD, MD, or DO Geneticist to serve as Assistant Director of the UPMC Clinical Genomics Laboratory (UCGL). This role offers a unique dual appointment, combining technical leadership within a high-volume clinical laboratory with a faculty position at the University of Pittsburgh.
The UCGL performs comprehensive prenatal, constitutional, and oncology molecular testing, utilizing advanced technologies such as next-generation sequencing (NGS), whole exome sequencing, and pharmacogenomic analysis. As Assistant Director, you will play a pivotal role in the laboratory's mission to provide accurate, timely, and clinically relevant genomic services. You will bridge the gap between complex laboratory operations and clinical application, ensuring that the lab's output directly supports patient care at UPMC Magee, UPMC Children's Hospital, and the broader UPMC network.
Day in the Life
Your work will span technical oversight, regulatory compliance, and academic engagement. You will evaluate and report on complex clinical genetics cases, ranging from carrier screening to NGS data interpretation. A significant portion of your time will be dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of quality, reviewing and approving procedures and QA/QI plans in collaboration with the Lab Director to ensure compliance with CLIA and CAP regulations.
Beyond the bench, you will act as a key consultant for clinicians, guiding test selection and result interpretation. You will also drive service development and business planning through collaboration with UPMC and University partners. In your academic capacity, you will contribute to the institution's research mission, publish in peer-reviewed journals, and mentor the next generation of scientists through teaching and training for students, residents, and fellows.
Our Commitment to Diversity
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to advancing diversity and inclusion. We actively promote a diverse workforce through Employee Resource Groups and various initiatives designed to support an inclusive environment for all employees.
Work location
Work model: On-site
2830, Hickory Street, Coverdale, Bethel Park, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15102, United States
Bethel Park, Pennsylvania
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleEvaluate and report clinical genetics and genomics cases using NGS and other technologies
- check_circleProvide technical and compliance oversight for the clinical genomics laboratory
- check_circleAssist in developing, validating, and maintaining laboratory procedures
- check_circleConsult with clinicians and clients regarding test selection and result interpretation
- check_circleCollaborate with partners on service development and business planning
- check_circleContribute to teaching and provide training to laboratory staff, students, and residents
- check_circleParticipate in research aligned with clinical and public health missions
- check_circlePublish in peer-reviewed journals and present at professional conferences
Requirements
- verifiedPhD, MD, or DO in Clinical Laboratory Science, Genetics, Molecular Biology, or related field
- verifiedABMGG board certified or board eligible in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics or Clinical Molecular Genetics
- verifiedMinimum 3 years clinical laboratory experience
- verifiedExpertise in exome/genome analysis and interpretation of sequence and CNV data from NGS
- verifiedProficiency with LIMS and genomic data analysis tools
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Whole Exome Sequencing, Disease Specific Genomic Panels, Hereditary Cancer Screening, Carrier Screening, Pharmacogenomic Analysis, Next Generation Sequencing, NGS, Sanger Sequencing, Quantitative RT PCR, Exome/genome Analysis.
Education: PhD in Clinical Laboratory Science, Genetics, Molecular Biology, or related field required.
Frequently asked questions about Assistant Director, Clinical Genomics Lab at UPMC
What does a Assistant Director, Clinical Genomics Lab at UPMC do?expand_more
In this Assistant Director, Clinical Genomics Lab at UPMC role, you will evaluate and report clinical genetics and genomics cases using ngs and other technologies; provide technical and compliance oversight for the clinical genomics laboratory; assist in developing, validating, and maintaining laboratory procedures; and consult with clinicians and clients regarding test selection and result interpretation.
What are the requirements for this Assistant Director, Clinical Genomics Lab role?expand_more
To qualify for the Assistant Director, Clinical Genomics Lab at UPMC position, applicants should have: PhD, MD, or DO in Clinical Laboratory Science, Genetics, Molecular Biology, or related field; ABMGG board certified or board eligible in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics or Clinical Molecular Genetics; Minimum 3 years clinical laboratory experience; Expertise in exome/genome analysis and interpretation of sequence and CNV data from NGS; and Proficiency with LIMS and genomic data analysis tools.
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Assistant Director, Clinical Genomics Lab at UPMC is based in 2830, Hickory Street, Coverdale, Bethel Park, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15102, United States. This is a on-site role.
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UPMC has listed this Assistant Director, Clinical Genomics Lab role as on-site.
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Assistant Director, Clinical Genomics Lab at UPMC typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.
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Key skills for Assistant Director, Clinical Genomics Lab at UPMC include Whole Exome Sequencing; Disease Specific Genomic Panels; Hereditary Cancer Screening; Carrier Screening; Pharmacogenomic Analysis; Next Generation Sequencing; NGS; and Sanger Sequencing.
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Educational requirements for this role: PhD in Clinical Laboratory Science, Genetics, Molecular Biology, or related field required.
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Assistant Director, Clinical Genomics Lab at UPMC is part of the scientific & qa job category on Recrutus.