Clinical Molecular Cytogeneticist

CLINICAL MOLECULAR CYTOGENETICIST

Shared Health is seeking a qualified and highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills to join its Genomics discipline of Diagnostic Services as a Clinical Laboratory Geneticist (1.0 EFT). Reporting to the Genomics Medical Director, the ideal candidate will be willing to work independently and in team settings, and have excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. A strong background in molecular genetics and cytogenetics as well as genome-based testing including microarray and next generation sequencing is required. This individual is expected to provide technical oversight and case interpretation, to ensure compliance with lab accreditation requirements, to develop and validate new tests and policies and procedures, and to consult with physicians and other healthcare providers.

This candidate will join a team of Cytogeneticists, Molecular Geneticists and Molecular Pathologists located at the Winnipeg Health Sciences Centre that collectively ensures the province-wide delivery of a diverse menu of genetic and genomic-based tests for pediatric and adult patients suspected to have a constitutional or inherited genetic disorder, prenatal diagnosis, and for oncology patients diagnosed with hematological or solid tumours. Academic responsibilities will include holding a cross-appointment at the University of Manitoba, teaching undergraduate and/or graduate students, residents including our CCMG post-doctoral training program, and other staff, and developing/participating in collaborative or independent research initiatives, depending on interest.

Candidates must have a PhD and be Fellows of the Canadian College of Medical Geneticist (FCCMG) and eligible for certification in both Cytogenetics and Molecular Genetics OR the new Genetic and Genomic Diagnostics. Individuals with similar certification from the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (DABMGG) will also be considered.

Winnipeg, the capital of Manitoba, the geographic center of North America, is a culturally diverse city with a population of over 800,000 people who bring an international and cosmopolitan flare to the city as well as a feeling of community. Manitoba is rich in its arts, festivals and events, professional sport teams and natural beauty.

Salary and benefits will be commensurate with qualifications. Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.

Interested candidates must visit Manitoba Health-Care Careers https://careers.wrha.mb.ca/ Applications will be reviewed commencing immediately but will be posted until the position is filled. For any questions related to this job posting please email your inquiry to Diagnostic Services Medical Administration inbox

Shared Health is committed to providing a supportive, exciting, and innovative working environment for its employees. Our organization supports collaboration, teamwork, technology and innovation and advancement. We are committed to providing our valued staff with opportunities to contribute to projects and initiatives. Shared Health also provides a competitive compensation package, health & dental benefits, and a defined benefits pension plan.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (Including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained not more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

For more information about us and joining our team visit www.sharedhealthmb.ca.