Medical Biochemical Geneticist Opportunity at Children’s Hospital of Michigan

The Division of Genetic, Genomic, and Metabolic Disorders at Children’s Hospital of Michigan and Central Michigan University have an immediate opening for an additional full time MD/DO Medical Biochemical Geneticist.

Opportunity Highlights

In this position, the candidate will have the flexibility to shape their responsibilities clinically, in research, and leadership roles according to their interests, experience, and expertise. The primary clinical responsibilities will include the diagnosis and management of patients with an inborn error of metabolism including those identified through the State of Michigan’s Expanded Newborn Screening Program.  Our division has an important role as one of the State of Michigan’s designated coordinating and referral centers for infants with a suspected metabolic disorder (inborn errors of metabolism and lysosomal storage disorders). The metabolic team consists of one board certified Medical Biochemical Geneticist, one genetic counselor, three dietitians, three nurses and two nurse practitioners; part time support staff includes a psychologist.  The division’s clinical genetics team consists of six genetic counselors, two genetic counselor assistants, one nurse practitioner and two board certified Clinical Geneticists. Additional responsibilities include the evaluation and management of patients on the inpatient consultation service, supervision and teaching of medical students, genetic counseling students, residents, and fellows. The role of Program Director for the Medical Genetics and Genomics residency is a potential additional opportunity as well as the freedom to pursue individual research interests. The academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Leadership roles in the division are available commensurate with interest and experience.    

About the Division

We have an active Medical Genetics and Genomics Residency program with four current trainees and an accredited Genetic Counseling Graduate Program.  Also, an on-site Cytogenetic / Molecular laboratory directed by board-certified laboratory geneticists complements the clinical service.

 (verified by the American College of Surgeons) as well as Michigan’s only Pediatric Burn Center that is verified by the American Burn Association.

Candidate Requirements

• Must have a MD or DO degree
• BE/BC in Clinical or Medical Biochemical Genetics and Clinical Genetics
• BE/BC in Pediatrics or Internal Medicine is also desirable
• Eligible to obtain licensure in the State of Michigan

About Children’s Hospital of Michigan

For 137 years, the Children’s Hospital of Michigan has existed for one reason and one reason alone – to improve the health and well-being of children by providing specialized care and expertise for all their unique healthcare needs. This 228-bed facility is the first and largest freestanding hospital in the state completely dedicated to serving children. As an international leader in neurology and neurosurgery, cardiology, oncology, and diagnostic services, Children’s Hospital of Michigan is ranked one of the best pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Children’s Hospital of Michigan is home to a free-standing Pediatric Level I Trauma Center

Since 1886, the Children's Hospital of Michigan has been dedicated to providing the highest quality of care to children and adolescents in a caring, efficient and family-centered environment. A proud member of the Detroit Medical Center (DMC), the Children's Hospital of Michigan is the first and largest children's hospital in the state. This 228-bed facility has an international reputation in pediatric medicine, surgery and research, training more pediatricians than any other facility in Michigan.

The Children's Hospital of Michigan engages in groundbreaking research that has long shaped the science of pediatric medicine. The hospital is ranked as one of America's best pediatric hospitals by U.S.News & World Report and Parent Magazine.

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