Genetic Counselor Job at UCI, California, MO

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  • UCI
  • California, MO

Job Description

Overview Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit The Department of Pediatrics is home to roughly 60 HCOMP faculty and over 250 affiliated faculty at CHOC Children’s Hospital and Miller Children’s Hospital. Additionally, the Department houses approximately 75 staff and 25 academic staff members. The Department has a robust research portfolio with multiple NIH grants covering research in areas including exercise, neurology, psychiatry, and genetics. The Department receives approximately $12M in annual research awards and the bulk of funding is supported by NIH. The Department also works closely with the UCI Institute for Clinical and Translational Science. The UCI/CHOC residency program is the 2nd largest at UCI, with 81 residents. In addition, the Department is home to joint UCI/CHOC fellowship programs comprising 34 fellows in the areas of neonatology, critical care, endocrinology, infectious diseases, hematology/oncology, and pediatric hospitalist. Responsibilities Under general supervision and in addition to the full range of operational duties, incumbents are assigned responsibility to design, administer, and evaluate specialized counseling programs; design and conduct ongoing research programs; or serve as the designated experts, consultants, or sources of specialized knowledge withing the genetic counseling profession. Qualifications Required: Possess excellent genetic counseling and psychosocial skills to counsel individuals and/or families in a sensitive and confidential manner Proficient in ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns Ability to interact appropriately with referring providers Proficient in ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes. Board certification in genetic counseling by the American Board of Medical Genetics Licensure or eligibility for genetic counseling license in the state of California. A minimum of 3 years of experience Preferred: Working knowledge of applicable policy analysis techniques. Working knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs. Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail in both areas is very important. Total Rewards In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits. Closing Statement: The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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