Assistant Professor- Genetic Counseling

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Board-certified genetic counselor
Didactic course design and teaching
Student thesis project mentoring
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences seeks a board-certified Genetic Counselor to join its academic faculty in a full-time, 12-month position

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences seeks a board-certified Genetic Counselor to join its academic faculty in a full-time, 12-month position.
  • This role involves designing didactic courses, mentoring students with thesis projects, and contributing to program assessment and planning activities.
  • The institution champions a collaborative healthcare environment focused on improving patient care while offering comprehensive benefits including health plans and retirement matching.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences seeks a board-certified Genetic Counselor to join its academic faculty in a full-time, 12-month position.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Board-certified genetic counselor
  • Didactic course design and teaching
  • Student thesis project mentoring
  • Curriculum assessment participation
  • Professional role modeling

Nice-to-have

  • Experience supervising students clinically
  • Collaborative healthcare teamwork
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion
  • Active research portfolio development
  • Community service engagement

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree from accredited genetic counseling program
  • Professional board certification in genetic counseling
  • Minimum three years full-time experience in field
  • Proof of legal authority to work in United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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