Assistant Director, Cytogenetics Laboratory

Emory University

. Participate in clinical operations and medical oversight of the Cytogenetics Laboratory .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical cytogenetics and genomic diagnostics, including proficiency in chromosome analysis, FISH, and NGS. Capable of developing and optimizing clinical assays while collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

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Clinical Cytogenetics ExpertiseGenomic Diagnostics ProficiencyNGS ExperienceABMGG Board CertificationClinical Assay Development

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Hard Skills

Chromosome AnalysisFISHChromosomal MicroarrayMolecular TestingBioinformaticsGenomic Data AnalysisVariant InterpretationClinical Assay DevelopmentQuality AssuranceRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeamwork SkillsCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

ABMGG Board CertificationLaboratory Genetics and Genomics Certification

Industry Keywords

Cytogenetics LaboratoryClinical OperationsGenomic MedicineQuality ImprovementMultidisciplinary Conferences

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in clinical operations and medical oversight of the Cytogenetics Laboratory
Review, interpret, and sign out clinical cytogenetic and molecular studies, including karyotype, FISH, chromosomal microarray, methylation, NGS, and other genomic testing
Provide consultation to clinicians regarding test selection, interpretation, and follow-up testing
Develop, validate, implement, and optimize new clinical assays and genomic technologies
Collaborate with laboratory leadership, staff, and clinical stakeholders to expand clinical testing services
Participate in quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and laboratory improvement initiatives
Troubleshoot technical and clinical issues
Collaborate across pathology, genetics, oncology, pediatrics, and other clinical disciplines through multidisciplinary conferences, tumor boards, and other clinical activities
Educate and mentor pathology residents, fellows, medical students, and other trainees
Collaborate on clinical, translational, and genomic research
Develop scholarly and quality-improvement initiatives and contribute to publications, abstracts, and presentations
Advance the integration of cytogenetics, molecular diagnostics, and genomic medicine

Requirements

What you’ll need

D., D.O., Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree
ABMGG board certification or eligibility in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics (LGG), or ABMGG board certification in Clinical Cytogenetics and Clinical Molecular Genetics/Genomics
Expertise in clinical cytogenetics and/or genomic diagnostics
Expertise including chromosome analysis, FISH, chromosomal microarray, and molecular testing
Experience with NGS, bioinformatics, genomic data analysis, variant interpretation, and clinical assay development is highly desirable
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
Ability to collaborate effectively across laboratory, clinical, and academic teams
Curriculum vitae and names of three professional references required for application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Academic environment supporting clinical innovation, teaching, research, and scholarship
Opportunities to collaborate on clinical, translational, and genomic research
Opportunities to develop scholarly and quality-improvement initiatives and contribute to publications, abstracts, and presentations
Academic growth and career support through clinical work, scholarship, and innovation
Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities