Genetic Counselor
Education Requirements:
Master’s degree in Human Genetics or Genetic Counseling.
Required Qualifications for Associate Genetic Counselor:
• Genetic Counseling clinical rotations or internship experience; or 6 months to 1 year of experience in the field of genetic counseling is required.
• Board certification or eligibility in genetic counseling from the American Board of Genetic Counseling is required.
• Current licensure or eligible to be licensed as a Genetic Counselor in state of Iowa is required.
• Proficient in computer software applications (Office Suite)
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid Driver’s License and the ability to meet and maintain The University of Iowa Fleet
Safety Program driving standard.
- Ability to travel; some overnight stays required
Desired Qualifications for Associate Genetic Counselor:
• Demonstrated experience with developing educational materials
• Demonstrated experience with teaching health related topics to the general public and to health care professionals
• Demonstrated experience participating in quality improvement activities
• Demonstrated time management skills and ability to prioritize projects/tasks
Required Qualifications for Genetic Counselor:
- Board certified/board eligibility as a genetic counselor
Proficient in computer software applications (Word, Excel and web searches)
Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. - Valid Driver’s License and the ability to meet and maintain The University of Iowa Fleet
Safety Program driving standard. - Ability to travel; some overnight stays required
Desired Qualifications for Genetic Counselor:
• Demonstrated proficiency in Spanish
• Demonstrates time management and ability to prioritize projects/tasks
• Some (6 months to 1 year) experience in genetics research and/or patient recruitment
• Some (6 months to 1 year) experience with grant writing and submissions.
• Knowledge of University and UIHC practices, rules and regulations.
Position and Application Details:
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
Resume
Cover Letter
Pediatrics will be filling this position at one of two levels. The Associate Genetic Counselor salary range is $46,450 -$78,000 and the Genetic Counselor salary range is $55,613 -$98,000 indicate in your cover letter the level of classification you wish to be considered for or indicate both. See required qualifications for additional information.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact Pediatrics Human Resources at pedsuichildrenshr@uiowa.edu
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
