Medical Geneticist and Counselor (PhD only)

Job details

Fresh PhD holders (Biological Sciences) may also apply. Training provided for PhD holders with no prior experience.

Salary Range

Competitive salary

Domain

Medical Geneticist and Counselor (PhD only)

Experience

0 - 1 years

Requirements

Fresh PhD holders (Biological Sciences) may also apply. Training provided for PhD holders with no prior experience.‍

Provide genetic counseling to patients and families, including pre- and post-test counseling for hereditary and reproductive genetic conditions.

Interpret clinical and molecular genetic test results (e.g., NGS panels, whole exome/genome sequencing, karyotyping, candidate gene studies) in the context of patient phenotype and family history.
Collaborate with physicians, clinical geneticists, and laboratory staff to formulate diagnostic and management recommendations for patients with suspected or confirmed genetic disorders.
Design, conduct, and analyze genetic and genomic research studies, including cohort and candidate gene association studies.
Prepare clear, accurate genetic counseling reports and case summaries for referring clinicians and patients.
Stay current with advances in medical genetics, genomics, and counseling best practices, and contribute to variant classification (ACMG/AMP guidelines) and case review discussions.
Contribute to manuscript preparation, grant writing, and presentation of research findings at scientific and clinical conferences.
Support the development and validation of new genetic tests and protocols in collaboration with the laboratory team.
Maintain compliance with relevant ethical, legal, and regulatory standards for genetic testing and patient confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in Biological Sciences, Human Genetics, Molecular Biology, or a closely related discipline.
Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of human genetics, molecular diagnostics, and genetic counseling principles.
Demonstrated experience with genetic/genomic data analysis and interpretation (e.g., NGS, Sanger sequencing, variant calling and annotation).
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex genetic information to patients and families with empathy and clarity.
Strong scientific writing skills, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications or a completed doctoral thesis.
Familiarity with relevant genetic counseling and diagnostic guidelines (e.g., ACMG/AMP variant classification standards).

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Role

Healthcare & Life Sciences - Other

Industry Type

Medical Services / Hospital (Diagnostics)

Department

Healthcare & Life Sciences

Employment Type

Full Time, Permanent

Role Category

Healthcare & Life Sciences - Other

Education

Ph.D/Doctorate in Genetics, Biotechnology

Key Skills

Medical Genetics, Genomics Genetic, Counseling