Clinical Cancer Genetics Counselor - Assistant Professor - Human Genetics

Clinical Cancer Genetics Counselor - Assistant Professor - Human Genetics

Department:
Medicine | IM Human Genetics

Clinical faculty members are not tenure‑track and not eligible for tenure; on a fixed‑term contract. Persons with the title of professor‑clinical, associate professor‑clinical, assistant professor‑clinical, and instructor‑clinical. Duties and responsibilities are assigned in accordance with the workload guidelines laid out in the pattern of administration of each faculty department and, as appropriate, regional campus; clinical faculty are teacher/practitioners and will be engaged primarily in teaching activities.

These faculty normally have earned a doctorate or other terminal degree in the relevant field or equivalent experience.

The Ohio State University, Division of Human Genetics is seeking a dynamic genetic counselor for a clinical excellence faculty position in the growing clinical care area of cancer genetics. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge clinical care and research aimed at understanding and treating cancer, leveraging our state‑of‑the‑art facilities and collaborative environment. In addition to clinical and research responsibilities, the role involves active engagement in teaching and mentoring.

The candidate will play a role in shaping the next generation of genetic counselors through lectures, seminars, and clinical rotation supervision. This position also includes opportunities to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including clinicians, PhDs, and MDs, fostering a synergistic approach to cancer research and clinical care.

Clinical faculty members are dedicated to academic clinical practice, education, and translational research in adult genetic specialties. Our genetic counselor faculty collaborate closely with physicians and staff throughout our NCI‑designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Responsibilities include active participation in the provision of clinical genetic services in our cancer clinics; teaching genetic counseling graduate students, medical students, residents, and fellows; working on translational cancer genetics research programs.

• Cover letter that addresses patient care, teaching, and research philosophies.
• Curriculum Vita (CV).
• List of references with the following information: email address, connection to you, area in which referee is insightful to your skills.

All inquiries should be directed to Pam Brock, Faculty Recruitment, pamela.brock.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.