Laboratory Director - Assistant, Associate Professor or Professor - Clinical, Human Genetics
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Job Description
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best children's hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
- Second Among All Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025) , America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2024)
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
- Consistently certified as great place to work
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Laboratory Director - Associate Professor or Professor
Clinical Genetics Laboratories, Division of Human Genetics
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is recruiting for a Laboratory Director for the Genetics and Genomics Diagnostic Laboratory within our Human Genetics Division.
In conjunction with the other Directors of the Genetics and Genomics Diagnostic Laboratory, GGDL, the Director assumes responsibility for the scientific and clinical activities of the Genetics Laboratories. The primary responsibilities include review/sign-out of clinical cases, development of new tests/platforms including Next Generation sequencing and oversight and continued development of diagnostic testing programs. A faculty appointment within the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine is associated with this position. Ideal candidates will have an M.D. or PhD; ABMGG board certification in both Clinical Molecular Genetics and Cytogenetics or Laboratory Genetics Genomics along with 5 years’ relevant experience preferred.
The Genetics Laboratories in the Division of Human Genetics (DHG) are well-equipped, expanding CLIA and CAP certified clinical laboratories. The laboratories perform testing for inherited diseases and somatic alterations including well-established collaborative diagnostic programs for more than two hundred different disorders and conditions. DHG has an ABMGG accredited training program for Medical Genetics and Laboratory Genetics and Genomics (as of July 2017). DHG also has a master’s training program for genetic counselors administered jointly with The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/svc/alpha/m/molecular-genetics/default.htm
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is nationally recognized as a leader in pediatric healthcare, with a reputation for excellence in patient care, research, and medical education. U.S News & World Report ranked Cincinnati Children’s as one of the nation’s top ten pediatric hospitals in the 2024-2025 edition of America’s Best Children’s Hospitals. Among pediatric institutions, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is the third-highest ranking recipient of research grants from the National Institutes of Health. We support discovery with 1.4 million square feet of lab space and core services such as, high-throughput DNA analysis, biomedical informatics, a pluripotent stem cell facility, and much more. Our scientists and physicians work collaboratively to conduct innovative laboratory and clinical research to improve care for children, to investigate the outcomes of treatments, to study health care systems and to train the next generation of investigators.
We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package, as well as assistance in moving to one of America’s most livable cities. Cincinnati is a friendly, pleasant, affordable city with an excellent quality of life, including many musical and theatrical programs, professional sports, and nearby recreational opportunities.
Interested candidates should submit a Curriculum Vitae and cover letter to:
D. Brian Dawson, PhD, DABCC, FACMGG
Director, Clinical Laboratories and
Professor of Clinical Pediatrics
Division of Human Genetics
c/o Michelle Paolella
Physician and Faculty Recruitment
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
3333 Burnet Avenue, MLC 7016
Cincinnati, OH 45229
Email: Michelle.Paolella@cchmc.org
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Doctor of Medicine OR Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine OR equivalent
Unrestricted licensed physician
Approval/credentialing from CCHMC Medical Staff Services Division
Completion of all required pre-employment activities
Assistant Professor appointment or eligibility
Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on the needs of the department
Preferred: Board certification
Market Leading Benefits Including*:
Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
Competitive retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
Referral bonus program for current staff!
Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
Physical and mental health wellness programs
Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type
Primary Location
Location R
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Department
Human Genetics
Employee Status
Regular
FTE
1
Weekly Hours
40
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
