Pathology - Medical Director of Molecular Genetics

The Department of Pathology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Director for Molecular Pathology & Genetics with specialized training in Clinical Cytogenetics, Molecular Genetics & Molecular Oncology to join our growing team at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist in Winston-Salem, NC.

What We Have to Offer: * Funding to support your continued medical education * Including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans * Flexible scheduling and a supportive work environment * Generous PTO for personal and professional needs * : Support to make your move as seamless as possible. * : Daily interaction and collaboration with colleagues. * Opportunities to advance in education, research, and leadership roles.

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Responsibilities:

• Core responsibilities include daily review, interpretation, and documentation of clinical cytogenetic, FISH, chromosomal microarray, and molecular diagnostic test results within established turnaround times.

• Support a quality management and proficiency program according to written policies and procedures.

• Provide input for developing new assays and participate in test method selection and validation.

• Collaborate professionally with laboratory co-directors, technologists, and other laboratory operations staff.

• Collaborate with clinicians and researchers to provide advanced diagnostic care while supporting cutting-edge research initiatives.

• Play a vital role in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows.

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Requirements: • PhD or MD degree or equivalent is required • ABMGG board certification in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics is required. • At least 2 years of post-board certification experience working in clinical cytogenetics and molecular diagnostics laboratories is preferred. • Previous experience in both germline and somatic genetic testing is preferred. • Ability to provide leadership to laboratory staff and other health care professionals. • Outstanding professional credibility and personal integrity.

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