Medical Biochemical Genetics Physician

Position Highlights

• Full-time Biochemical Geneticist opening within an established genetics division at a 228-bed academic children's hospital affiliated with Central Michigan University
• Primary clinical focus on inborn errors of metabolism and lysosomal storage disorders
• One of the few Lysosomal Storage Disease Clinics and Pediatric Enzyme Replacement Therapy programs in the state of Michigan
• Collaborative team including a board-certified Clinical Geneticist, five advanced practice providers, six genetic counselors, two genetic counselor assistants, three registered nurses, and a dedicated dietician
• Flexibility to define the balance of clinical and research responsibilities based on your interests and expertise
• Leadership opportunities available commensurate with experience
• Additional responsibilities include inpatient genetics consultation coverage and teaching of medical students, genetic counseling students, and pediatric residents
• On-site Cytogenetics/Molecular Laboratory directed by board-certified laboratory geneticists
• Closerelation with Wayne State University Genetic Counseling Graduate Program
• Other division programs include a Pediatric Cancer Genetics Clinic and a Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Clinic

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Academic affiliation with Central Michigan University supporting research and teaching engagement
• Opportunity to assume leadership roles within the division
• Support from a robust multidisciplinary team allowing strong focus on complex clinical cases
• Malpractice insurance provided
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Deferred compensation program
• Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required
• Board eligible or board certified in Clinical or Medical Biochemical Genetics and Clinical Genetics
• Board eligibility or certification in Pediatrics or Internal Medicine desirable
• Must be eligible to obtain licensure in the State of Michigan

About the Role

Children's Hospital of Michigan has been a cornerstone of pediatric care since 1886 — the first and largest children's hospital in the state, and consistently recognized as one of America's best by U.S. News & World Report. The Division of Genetic, Genomic, and Metabolic Disorders is one of Michigan's designated coordinating and referral centers for suspected metabolic disorders in newborns, with nearly 20 years of service behind it. You'll step into a well-resourced, academically engaged division with the latitude to shape your clinical, research, and leadership trajectory. This is a rare opportunity to grow a specialty program at an institution with the infrastructure, reputation, and mission to support it.

Requirements

MD or DO degree required

Board eligible or board certified in Clinical or Medical Biochemical Genetics and Clinical Genetics

Board eligibility or certification in Pediatrics or Internal Medicine desirable

Must be eligible to obtain licensure in the State of Michigan

Schedule

Full-time position