Medical Biochemical Geneticist at Children's Hospital of Michigan

Overview

The Division of Genetic, Genomic, and Metabolic Disorders at Childrens Hospital of Michigan and Central Michigan University have an immediate opening for an additional full time MD/DO Biochemical Geneticist.

The candidate will work with a highly experienced board certified Clinical Geneticist, a team of five advanced practice providers and a dedicated staff including six genetic counselors, two genetic counselor assistants, three registered nurses, one dietician, and ancillary support staff to support and build a biochemical genetics services in the Detroit Metropolitan area.

Responsibilities

• See patients with inborn errors of metabolism and lysosomal storage disorders.
• The candidate will have the flexibility to shape their clinical and research responsibilities and consider leadership roles according to their interests, experience, and expertise.
• Support and expand the division s biochemical genetics services as one of Michigan s designated coordinating and referral centers for infants with a suspected metabolic disorder with a team that has provided these services for nearly 20 years.
• Support the genetics inpatient consultation service as well as the supervision and teaching of medical students, genetic counseling students, and pediatric residents.

In addition to providing diagnostic evaluations for individuals suspected of having a genetic condition and genetic counseling services for those identified with genetic conditions, there are numerous other programs operated by the Division. It is home to one of the few Lysosomal Storage Disease Clinics and Pediatric Enzyme Replacement Therapy programs in Michigan; has staff who are highly experienced in the management of inborn errors of metabolism;

a dedicated Pediatric Cancer Genetics Clinic; and a Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Clinic. We work closely with the Wayne State University Genetic Counseling Graduate Program. An on-site Cytogenetic / Molecular laboratory directed by board-certified laboratory geneticists complement the clinical service.

• Must have a MD or DO degree
• BE/BC in Clinical or Medical Biochemical Genetics and Clinical Genetics
• BE/BC in Pediatrics or Internal Medicine is also desirable
• Eligible to obtain licensure in the State of Michigan