Assistant Professor- Genetic Counseling

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience
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Genetic counseling program
Academic faculty position
Didactic and clinical instruction
** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor in Genetic Counseling, responsible for teaching, mentoring students, and contributing to program development. The ideal candidate should have a Master's degree in genetic counseling, board certification, and a minimum of three years of experience, with preference for those who have teaching experience. **

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, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, Retirement match, Basic Life Insurance, Career Training and Educational Opportunities, Merchant Discounts, and Concierge prescription delivery.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor in Genetic Counseling, responsible for teaching, mentoring students, and contributing to program development. The ideal candidate should have a Master's degree in genetic counseling, board certification, and a minimum of three years of experience, with preference for those who have teaching experience. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • genetic counseling program
  • academic faculty position
  • didactic and clinical instruction
  • student mentorship and advising
  • academic portfolio development

Nice-to-have

  • collaborative healthcare organization
  • teamwork and diversity champion
  • improving patient care focus

Key Requirements

  • Master’s degree from an accredited genetic counseling program
  • Professional board certification
  • 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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