Assistant Professor, Academic Clinician Track, Human Genetics- Biochemical Geneticist
About the role
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Division of Human Genetics in the Department of Pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seek candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure academic clinician track. Expertise is required in the specific area of biochemical genetics, with experience or strong interest in mitochondrial disorders, and a commitment to advancing the diagnosis, treatment, and understanding of mitochondrial disorders. Applicants must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Board certification or board eligibility in Clinical Genetics and Genomics and Biochemical Genetics is required.
Responsibilities
- Teaching responsibilities may include the teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows, as well as formal lecture opportunities within the department, and mentorship of trainees in clinical genetics and biochemical/mitochondrial medicine.
- Clinical responsibilities may include providing expert clinical care for patients with biochemical and mitochondrial genetic disorders, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, scientists, genetic counselors, and allied health professionals, and contributing to the development and delivery of innovative mitochondrial medicine program in the section of Metabolism and Therapeutic Genetics.
- Opportunities available to participate in collaborative and independent scholarly activities related to mitochondrial genetic disorders, including clinical research, quality improvement, and educational scholarship.
Requirements
Applicants must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Board certification or board eligibility in Clinical Genetics and Genomics and Biochemical Genetics is required.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will join a highly respected group dedicated to advancing mitochondrial medicine within a vibrant environment that values discovery, teamwork, and compassionate patient care.
Benefits
The Division of Genetics and Genomics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia offers an exciting opportunity to join a world-class academic medical center with a strong commitment to excellence in patient care, education, and research.
Pay
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Schedule
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Skills
The successful candidate will be expected to have expertise in biochemical genetics, with experience or strong interest in mitochondrial disorders, and a commitment to advancing the diagnosis, treatment, and understanding of mitochondrial disorders.
Benefits
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Pay
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Schedule
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