A Geneticist studies genes and the role that genes and heredity play in health and disease or in populations. May diagnose, counsel and treat patients with genetic diseases and disorders, or conduct research to identify genetic disorders. May research genetic interactions with environmental factors or research and develop genetic modification in plant populations.
$130,837 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Instructor Discipline:
Clinical Medicine-MD Contract Type:
Non-Tenure Track, Renewable Appointment (initial appt period) - 12/1/2024-6/30/2025 Required Licenses/Certifications and other
Specific Requirements Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Proposed Start Date:
12/01/2024 Position Description Summary The George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates ( MFA ) Department of Pathology is recruiting a full-time Molecular Pathologist. The MFA is an independent non-profit faculty clinical practice group affiliated with the George Washington University (GW) School of Medicine and Health Sciences ( SMHS ) and the flagship George Washington University Hospital, located in a vibrant campus in the heart of the nation's capital. We seek candidates with experience in molecular genetic/genomic testing, including next-generation sequencing for molecular oncology and other molecular assays. Candidates with FISH biomarker testing are welcome to apply as well. Candidates with additional expertise in cytopathology and/or neuropathology will be considered. Opportunities are available for active research as independent investigators or in collaboration with other clinicians and basic investigators. Candidates with strong research backgrounds who may establish principal investigator-led research may also be considered for appropriate research support and laboratory space. This faculty appointment will be in the non-tenure track at a rank (Instructor/Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) MD and MD/PhD candidates must be eligible for licensure in the District of Columbia. This position is expected to begin as early as December 2024. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Responsibilities include developing, validating, implementing, and reporting molecular test results, regulatory compliance, accreditation, quality management, and training residents, fellows, and students. Minimum Qualifications Applicants must possess a PhD, MD, or MD/PhD or equivalent degree and be eligible for or board-certified in clinical pathology, anatomic and clinical pathology, molecular genetic pathology, and/or American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics. They must also have fellowship training in molecular pathology or prior molecular pathologist experience.
Advertised Salary:
Salary will be commensurate with experience within the $200,000 to $289,000 range. Other Benefits The MFA also provides generous health and other benefits, details of which can be found at https://careers.gwdocs.com/benefits . Special Instructions to Applicants To apply, please complete an online faculty application and upload a curriculum vitae and cover letter describing your qualifications for the position. Review of applications will begin on October 10, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered.
Department Link:
https://pathology.smhs.gwu.edu/
Open Until Filled:
Yes Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. EEO Statement The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
