The DNA Diagnostic Laboratory in the Department of Genetics seeks a full-time Assistant Director for diagnosis of genetic disorders in a CLIA-certified facility.  The emphasis of this position is interpretation of whole-exome sequence data and writing medical reports, but the laboratory also offers rapid whole-genome sequencing and is developing novel testing based on a variety of cutting-edge methodologies.  Responsibilities include:

• Variant review based on ACMG/AMP guidelines and high-level interpretation of genetic variants in complex cases
• Formulating and editing comprehensive genetic test reports
• Participating in communication of test results to health care providers
• Assisting in supervising and directing the operations of the DNA. Diagnostics Laboratory including quality control for CAP and CLIA
• Aiding in the curation of laboratory databases and statistical data
• Participating in research and development.

The applicant should hold a PhD, MD or both, and be board certified/eligible in Clinical Molecular Genetics, Laboratory Genetics and Genomics, or Molecular Genetic Pathology by the American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMGG) or the American Board of Pathology (ABP).  Strong preference is given to candidates with clinical knowledge of hereditary disease and experience with management of genome-scale sequence data.  We welcome recent graduates or those who will be board-eligible by June 2022.  More senior applicants will be considered as well. 

The successful candidate should be highly motivated and have the following attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to adapt between technical. and layperson communication
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a broader team.
  

  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please send a CV, a cover letter addressing experience with interpretation of genomic data, and three letters of reference to allen.bale@yale.edu and Hui.zhang@yale.edu.

  Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of minority groups.