UNIV Molecular Genetic Pathologist Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Job Description Summary

The Medical University of South Carolinas (MUSC) nationally recognized Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine seeks an academically-oriented Molecular Genetic Pathologist to join our Cytogenetics and Genomics laboratory. MUSC is a tertiary care hospital with active transplantation molecular diagnostics and cytogenetics service as well as an apheresis service. Our department has approximately $5 million dollars in extramural funding annually and is consistently ranked in the upper half of pathology departments in the United States for National Institutes of Health funding.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001006 COM PATH Laboratory Medicine CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

We are seeking

An academically oriented candidate with 2-10 years of post-fellowship experience; current

fellow/recent graduates will be considered

MD or equivalent degree with relevant pathology specialty training and certification by the

American Board of Pathology in Anatomic Clinical and Molecular Genetic Pathology.

Eligibility for medical licensure in South Carolina if applicable

Additional formal training certification and/or experience/expertise in constitutional

cytogenetics/genetics and cancer genomics is desired (e.g. Laboratory Genetics and Genomics

Fellowship training and certification)

Proficiency in the interpretation of results for those techniques employed in the clinical work-up

of cases for precision pathology (cytogenetics genetics and genomics)

Advanced practical diagnostic and interpretive skills in cytogenetics FISH SNP microarray PCR

and next generation sequencing

Ability to contribute to the operation and maintenance of state-of-the-art molecular biology

equipment including PCR machines real-time PCR instruments next-generation sequencing

platforms SNP microarray platforms

Performance and optimization of quality control procedures to ensure accuracy and reliability of

test results

Knowledge and experience in new molecular genomic and genetic test development validation

and implementation

Experience in fostering collaborative relationships with clinicians and researchers as well as

serving as a resource to technologists at the bench

Participation in clinical and/or translational research endeavors

Excellent communication skills work ethic and collaborative approach to patient care

Active participation in teaching of medical students and training of pathology residents and

fellows

Active participation in the ACGME-accredited molecular genetic pathology fellowship training

program ongoing development and training

Active participation in the academic mission of the Department

MUSC Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Collaborative team composed of >60 faculty

High quality training programs with 22 residents and 10-12 fellows who have had a 100% board

passage rate for the past 7 years

CAP AABB ASHI and FACT certifications and accreditations

You will collaboratively support the Directors of the Cytogenetic and Genomics Laboratory and

Microbiology Laboratory in terms of variant science teaching activities genetics and genomics

validation and verification studies (LDT and RUO) accreditation activities MolDx technical

assessment preparation and/or review and participation in applicable research and/or industry

grants.

Learn more about the Department: Offerings:

Tenure track faculty position with academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications

expertise and accomplishments

Relocation assistance

Excellent retirement options including a pension and optional tax deferred contributions

Sovereign immunity malpractice coverage

Charleston SC is frequently named one of the best places in America to live and it is easy to see why.

This charming coastal city offers residents a unique mix of history culture arts innovation and natural

Charleston you can explore miles of pristine beaches and waterways in the morning and

wind your way along shaded cobblestone streets exploring centuries-old historic homes in the

afternoon.

At night visit one of Charlestons many award-winning restaurants to enjoy traditional Lowcountry

cuisine prepared by world-class chefs. Charleston is a place where you can live your life to its fullest.

Contact Michelle Barton Administrative Coordinator for the Chair of Pathology and Laboratory

Medicine at .

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform pinching operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects up to 15 lbs. from floor level to height of 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects up to 15 lbs. from height of 36 inches to floor level unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects up to 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision corrected in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion or belief age sex national origin gender identity sexual orientation disability protected veteran status family or parental status or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications merit and business need.

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