Assistant Professor- Genetic Counseling

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
Commensurate with education + experience
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Didactic and/or clinical instruction
Student mentorship and advising
Academic portfolio development
** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a board-certified Genetic Counselor for a full-time, non-tenure faculty position. The role involves teaching, student mentorship, and contributing to the development of the Genetic Counseling Program. **

Job Summary

  • This role includes responsibilities in didactic and/or clinical instruction, student mentorship and advising, and the development of an academic portfolio in education, scholarship, and service.
  • The Genetic Counseling Program offers a Master of Science in Genetic Counseling and enrolls one cohort of eight (8) students each fall.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family; Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave; Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only); Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS; Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000; Career Training and Educational Opportunities; Merchant Discounts; Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a board-certified Genetic Counselor for a full-time, non-tenure faculty position. The role involves teaching, student mentorship, and contributing to the development of the Genetic Counseling Program. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • didactic and/or clinical instruction
  • student mentorship and advising
  • academic portfolio development

Nice-to-have

  • role-model for students
  • teamwork and diversity

Key Requirements

  • Master’s degree from an accredited genetic counseling program
  • Professional board certification in respective field
  • Minimum of three years of full-time experience in genetic counseling
  • Experience in teaching genetic counseling students
  • Experience with clinical supervision of genetic counseling students
  • Minimum of five years of full-time experience in genetic counseling

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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