Genomic Medicine, Chief of Medical Genetics and Genomics

The Division of Medical Genetics and Genomics at Albany Medical College is seeking a Division Chief to lead and grow a respected and well-established genetics program. This is a strong opportunity for career advancement and leadership within an academic medical center known for clinical excellence, education, and collaborative care.

About the Role
The Division Chief will oversee the strategic, clinical, educational, and research missions of the Division. The position works closely with faculty and specialists in the Department of Pediatrics and Department of OB/GYN Maternal-Fetal Medicine to provide integrated genetics services across the lifespan.

Current Team
The Division includes:
A clinical geneticist/cytogeneticist (current chief, continuing in a remote capacity)
A Medical Biochemical Geneticist (Metabolic Disorders)
Four Genetic Counselors
A Genetic Nurse Practitioner
A Genetic Physician Assistant
A Genetics Registered Nurse
A Dietitian

Key Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care across a range of services, including:
o General Genetics/Dysmorphology (adult and pediatric)
o Prenatal and Cancer Genetics
o Pharmacogenetics
o Inborn Errors of Metabolism
o Newborn Screening Follow-Up
Lead and implement strategic goals, clinical programs, and protocols
Represent the Division at department and institutional leadership forums
Support best practices in:
o Clinical genetics and counseling
o Diagnostic interpretation
o Genomic medicine and emerging technologies
Foster collaboration with subspecialties such as neonatology, cardiology, neurology, and oncology

Qualifications
MD/DO or equivalent
Board-certified in Clinical Genetics by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics. Additional boards in other genetic specialties (Biochemical Medical Genetics/Metabolic disorders) is a plus.
Active and unrestricted medical license or eligibility for licensure in New York State

What We Offer
Our faculty enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:
Competitive base salary for Division Chief $276,139-$296,139 based on experience.
Robust sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
Retirement benefits including Albany Meds pension plan and a 403(b)
Annual CME allowance and dedicated CME days
Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
Access to employee wellness programs and mental health support

Albany Medical Center is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New Yorks Capital Region and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees.

Albany Medical Center offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer outstanding employee benefits including:

Excellent health care coverage with no co-pay at Albany Medical Center providers
A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

Anchored in the states historic capital city, Albany Medical Center offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the regions largest hospital, only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and only childrens hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College.

Albany Medical Center, along with Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and the Visiting Nurses, form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties.

Learn more about what the Capital Region has to offer here!

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to:

Physician Recruitment
physicianrecruitment@amc.edu

Albany Medical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.