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University of Utah

Medical Geneticist

University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193


The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.Position Information

Position/Rank:

Medical Geneticist / Rank Dependent on QualificationsDepartment:

00854 - Pediatric GeneticsCity:

Salt Lake City, UTTrack:

Track Dependent on QualificationsNew Position to Begin:

July 2020 or laterJob Details

The Division of Medical Genetics at the University of Utah School of Medicine is recruiting a Medical Geneticist to assist in the management of patients with genetic disorders. The provider will provide medical care to patients with genetic disorders, congenital anomalies, and metabolic disorders. Clinical activities will be carried out at Primary Children’s Hospital, the University of Utah, and outreach clinics within and outside of Utah. In addition to clinical service, there is an expectation for academic work, including education, investigation, administration, as well as advocacy.Minimum Requirements:

Qualified candidates must be Board Qualified/Board Certified in Medical Genetics. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications.Benefits

The University offers a competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program, including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers an education loan repayment program, in addition to a faculty development and mentoring program designed to help faculty succeed in translational or basic research and to thrive as educators.About Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City offers an incredible quality of life with a growing economy, rich cultural scene with ballet, theatre, symphony, opera and museums, outstanding restaurants, and a moderate cost of living. The city is a ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five national parks (with five more within a day’s drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, and numerous other outdoor activities.Application Process

Interested individuals can apply at

here . A cover letter detailing previous experience, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information of three references will be required. For additional information about the position, please contact: Nicola Longo, M.D., Ph.D., at Nicola.longo@hsc.utah.edu.EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.Special Instructions for Candidates

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations. More information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah can be found

here .Contact Information

University Human Resource Management250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111Contact us: (801) 581-2169By Email: employment@utah.edu

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