Be a part of a dynamic team, and make a difference! Join Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL), Genetics and Genomics team at one of our Genetics laboratories as a full-time Board Certified Cytogeneticist. If you are a Board certified or a Board eligible Cytogeneticist, our teams in Calgary and Edmonton invite you to apply for a position in Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta. APL Genetics & Genomics Labs are affiliated to their respective University in their city. These Universities are some of the top 5 Universities for teaching and research. It is expected that the successful candidate apply for a Clinical Academic Appointment.
APL is a multi-site, province-wide laboratory providing comprehensive laboratory services. APL performed 76 million tests last year, including comprehensive genetic and genomic testing in the areas of constitutional and cancer cytogenetics, biochemical genetics, newborn screening, and molecular genetics for patients across Alberta. Alberta Precision Laboratories Ltd. (www.albertaprecisionlabs.ca) is an independent, but publicly funded organization and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Alberta Health Services (AHS).
Job Summary & Responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities for the successful candidate include shared coverage with triage, technical oversight, case interpretation, reporting, and consultation, and will participate in the clinical oversight of the laboratory quality assurance program, development and monitoring of laboratory protocols, and other administrative responsibilities. The successful candidate will provide expert laboratory genetic consultation, assist in establishing efficient and effective operation of the laboratory, and provide input on resource allocation and translational research. Teaching responsibilities include education of medical students, residents, clinical fellows, as well as staff and students within the laboratory and opportunities for classroom-based teaching at the University of Alberta. Prospects for clinical collaborative research are available and encouraged. The successful candidate will be expected to apply for a University of Alberta Clinical Academic Colleague appointment.
Clinical laboratory geneticist positions report directly to the respective laboratory lead, who will provide general direction concerning daily responsibilities/activities. Opportunities exist for cross-coverage in molecular genetics depending on operational needs as well as the qualifications and interests of the successful candidate.
In accordance with the Canadian Foreign Workers requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) respects, appreciates and encourages diversity. This position is available for APL Sponsorship.
