Massachusetts General Hospital
Faculty, M.S. Genetic Counseling Program
Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Description
The Department of Genetic Counseling in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at the MGH Institute of Health Professions in Boston is seeking a 0.25 FTE faculty member to start August 1, 2024.Faculty member responsibilities:
Coordinating and teaching two M.S. Genetic Counseling courses: "Pediatric and Adult Genetic Counseling" and "Advanced Clinical and Medical Genetics."Additional responsibilities:
Facilitating the student fieldwork experience within Mass General Brigham (MGB, BWH) to meet case requirements in accordance with ACGC (Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling) requirements. Other teaching opportunities are available.Collaborative responsibilities:
Enhancing and evaluating student standardized patient experiences, curriculum development, student recruitment, and the admissions process. Additional roles include serving as a Capstone research advisor. The successful applicant will also be expected to take part in scholarly and professional activities.Preference:
Strong preference will be given to candidates within Mass General Brigham who are already supervising students for clinical fieldwork and are well-positioned to serve as the fieldwork liaison to the M.S. Genetic Counseling Program. Specifically, there is strong preference for a genetic counselor already employed within Mass General Brigham, Brigham & Women's Hospital. Experience in supervising students in fieldwork, teaching, and scholarship is preferred.Commitment required:
A strong commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as well as interprofessional education.The
MGH Institute of Health Professions
is an accredited graduate school located in the historic Charlestown Navy Yard overlooking downtown Boston and is part of Mass General Brigham (the largest healthcare provider in New England).Qualifications
The candidate must have a master's degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program, be ABGC Board-certified and licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (or eligible for MA licensure).Have at least 3 years of experience as a genetic counselor. Faculty academic rank is commensurate with experience.Questions
about the position may be directed to the
Program Director, Maureen Flynn, MS, CGC, MPH at
mflynn1@mghihp.edu.About MGH Institute of Health Professions
The MGH Institute of Health Professions is a graduate school in Boston that provides entry-level and post-professional programs in Nursing, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Genetic Counseling, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistant Studies. The PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences and a PhD and Master of Science in Health Professions Education have been added in recent years to meet rising demand for highly educated health care professionals, educators, and researchers. Integrating classroom learning with research and clinical experience, the Institute grants doctoral degrees, master's degrees, awards certificates of advanced study, and offers continuing education to practicing professionals.The IHP is the only degree-granting affiliate in Mass General Brigham (MGB), the largest private employer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Institute has been recognized multiple times by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a "Great College to Work For." A leading health sciences educational institution, MGH Institute provides students with outstanding academic programs, many of which are ranked among the best in the nation.MGH Institute of Health Professions has announced an organization-wide anti-racism initiative to think boldly about race and bring together all members of the IHP community to address systemic racial injustice as well as oppression more broadly. The plan seeks to create a supportive and inclusive campus environment and better support the diverse communities the school serves. We are excited about this new initiative and are hiring employees who are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion and will contribute to our anti-racism and anti-oppression approach.EEO Statement
The MGH Institute of Health Professions is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff. We welcome nominations and applications from individuals who would bring diversity of experience, thought and practice to the Institute's research, teaching and clinical missions. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.Primary Location
MA-Charlestown-MGH IHPWork Locations
MGH IHP36 First AvenueCharlestown 02129Job
Teaching/FacultyOrganization
Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH)Schedule
Full-timeStandard Hours
10Shift
Day JobEmployee Status
RegularRecruiting Department
IHP SHRSJob Posting
Jul 18, 2024
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The Department of Genetic Counseling in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at the MGH Institute of Health Professions in Boston is seeking a 0.25 FTE faculty member to start August 1, 2024.Faculty member responsibilities:
Coordinating and teaching two M.S. Genetic Counseling courses: "Pediatric and Adult Genetic Counseling" and "Advanced Clinical and Medical Genetics."Additional responsibilities:
Facilitating the student fieldwork experience within Mass General Brigham (MGB, BWH) to meet case requirements in accordance with ACGC (Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling) requirements. Other teaching opportunities are available.Collaborative responsibilities:
Enhancing and evaluating student standardized patient experiences, curriculum development, student recruitment, and the admissions process. Additional roles include serving as a Capstone research advisor. The successful applicant will also be expected to take part in scholarly and professional activities.Preference:
Strong preference will be given to candidates within Mass General Brigham who are already supervising students for clinical fieldwork and are well-positioned to serve as the fieldwork liaison to the M.S. Genetic Counseling Program. Specifically, there is strong preference for a genetic counselor already employed within Mass General Brigham, Brigham & Women's Hospital. Experience in supervising students in fieldwork, teaching, and scholarship is preferred.Commitment required:
A strong commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as well as interprofessional education.The
MGH Institute of Health Professions
is an accredited graduate school located in the historic Charlestown Navy Yard overlooking downtown Boston and is part of Mass General Brigham (the largest healthcare provider in New England).Qualifications
The candidate must have a master's degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program, be ABGC Board-certified and licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (or eligible for MA licensure).Have at least 3 years of experience as a genetic counselor. Faculty academic rank is commensurate with experience.Questions
about the position may be directed to the
Program Director, Maureen Flynn, MS, CGC, MPH at
mflynn1@mghihp.edu.About MGH Institute of Health Professions
The MGH Institute of Health Professions is a graduate school in Boston that provides entry-level and post-professional programs in Nursing, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Genetic Counseling, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistant Studies. The PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences and a PhD and Master of Science in Health Professions Education have been added in recent years to meet rising demand for highly educated health care professionals, educators, and researchers. Integrating classroom learning with research and clinical experience, the Institute grants doctoral degrees, master's degrees, awards certificates of advanced study, and offers continuing education to practicing professionals.The IHP is the only degree-granting affiliate in Mass General Brigham (MGB), the largest private employer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Institute has been recognized multiple times by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a "Great College to Work For." A leading health sciences educational institution, MGH Institute provides students with outstanding academic programs, many of which are ranked among the best in the nation.MGH Institute of Health Professions has announced an organization-wide anti-racism initiative to think boldly about race and bring together all members of the IHP community to address systemic racial injustice as well as oppression more broadly. The plan seeks to create a supportive and inclusive campus environment and better support the diverse communities the school serves. We are excited about this new initiative and are hiring employees who are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion and will contribute to our anti-racism and anti-oppression approach.EEO Statement
The MGH Institute of Health Professions is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff. We welcome nominations and applications from individuals who would bring diversity of experience, thought and practice to the Institute's research, teaching and clinical missions. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.Primary Location
MA-Charlestown-MGH IHPWork Locations
MGH IHP36 First AvenueCharlestown 02129Job
Teaching/FacultyOrganization
Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH)Schedule
Full-timeStandard Hours
10Shift
Day JobEmployee Status
RegularRecruiting Department
IHP SHRSJob Posting
Jul 18, 2024
#J-18808-Ljbffr