Genetic at Indiana Indianapolis, Indiana
Genetic Counselor The Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics at Indiana University (IU) School of Medicine has a rich history of training geneticists and genetic counselors and providing genetic consultation and counseling services. Currently ranked 5th in the nation among Genetics Departments for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding, received in 2023, the department contributes to the understanding of numerous genetic conditions through the integration of basic research in genetic and genomic mechanisms, translational research in disease models, and clinical trials in rare and common genetic diseases. Job Summary
- Identifies appropriate tests for particular condition(s), interprets test results, and advises on appropriate follow-ups following counseling
- Prepares cases for evaluation, which may include medical record review, research of conditions, psychosocial assessments, and evaluations of appropriate testing options
- Provides genetics education to groups and individuals upon request. Target audiences could include, but are not limited to, healthcare providers, schools, and community groups
- Develops and presents lectures to genetic counseling students and serves on advisory committees
- Provides oversight for genetic counselors ensuring uniform implementation of protocols and testing
- Develops new study and information materials
- Contributes to ongoing research efforts related to the evaluation and improvement of the genetic counseling field
- Keeps up-to-date on genetics education via continuing education efforts
Qualifications
Required
- Master's degree in genetic science, counseling, or a related field
- 8 years as a genetic counselor
- American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) board certified
- Genetic counseling license in the state of Indiana or other state(s) as necessary for job duties
Required Skills
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills
- Maintains a high degree of professionalism
- Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
- Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
- Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
- Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
- Highly thorough and dependable
- Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
- Possesses a high degree of initiative
- Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
- Excellent collaboration and team building skills
- Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
- Promotes information sharing
- Develops and delivers effective presentations
Preferred
- Knowledge of Parkinson's disease (PD) and neurodegeneration
Working Conditions / Demands The role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation. This position is grant funded with expected annual renewals. Renewals are contingent on the availability of grant funds. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Work Location IU Indianapolis This is a fully remote position. However, this is subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs. Advertised Salary $98,561.24 - 108,561.24 annually based on experience and internal equity within the department.
Benefits
Overview For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
- Health savings account with generous IU contributions
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Basic group life insurance paid by IU
- Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
- Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
- 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
- Generous paid time off plans
- Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
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