Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Pathology (Clinical Genomics MD)-CHLA

The University of Southern California (USC) seeks an Academic Appointment as an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Division of Genomic Medicine and Center for Personalized Medicine at Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA).

About the Role

The successful candidate will join an experienced multi-disciplinary team of physicians, laboratorians, genetic counselors, bioinformaticians, and scientists at the Center for Personalized Medicine. They will perform, develop, and implement innovative genomic testing supporting clinical care and discovery at CHLA.

Responsibilities

• Perform, develop, and implement innovative genomic testing supporting clinical care and discovery at CHLA.
• Develop and interpret molecular genetic tests relevant to the diagnosis of pediatric genetic diseases and cancer.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance research and clinical care.
• Teach medical students, residents, fellows, and other trainees in the Division of Genomic Medicine.
• Contribute to the Center for Personalized Medicine’s mission of improving patient outcomes through personalized medicine.

Requirements

• Holds an M.D. degree and is board certified / eligible in Anatomic and Molecular Genetic Pathology.
• Expertise with next-generation sequencing.
• Experience in developing and interpreting molecular genetic tests relevant to the diagnosis of pediatric genetic diseases and cancer.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a relevant field.
• Relevant postdoctoral training.
• Research experience in genomics or related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills

• Next-generation sequencing.
• Molecular genetic testing.
• Genetic counseling.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Teaching and mentoring.

Benefits

The University of Southern California offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The annual base salary range for this position is $250,000-$300,000.

Schedule

The successful candidate will work full-time, 8 hours per day.