Clinical Laboratory Director - Molecular Pathology & Genetics

The Department of Pathology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Director for Molecular Pathology & Genetics with specialized training in Clinical Cytogenetics, Molecular Genetics & Molecular Oncology to join our growing team at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist in Winston-Salem, NC.

What We Have to Offer:

• CME Reimbursement: Funding to support your continued medical education
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling and a supportive work environment
• Paid-Time Off: Generous PTO for personal and professional needs
• Relocation Assistance: Support to make your move as seamless as possible.
• Supportive & Collaborative Environment: Daily interaction and collaboration with colleagues.
• Career Growth & Stability: Opportunities to advance in education, research, and leadership roles.

Responsibilities:

• Core responsibilities include daily review, interpretation, and documentation of clinical cytogenetic, FISH, chromosomal microarray, and molecular diagnostic test results within established turnaround times.
• Support a quality management and proficiency program according to written policies and procedures.
• Provide input for developing new assays and participate in test method selection and validation.
• Collaborate professionally with laboratory co-directors, technologists, and other laboratory operations staff.
• Collaborate with clinicians and researchers to provide advanced diagnostic care while supporting cutting-edge research initiatives.
• Play a vital role in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows.

Requirements:

• PhD or MD degree or equivalent is required
• ABMGG board certification in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics is required.
• At least 2 years of post-board certification experience working in clinical cytogenetics and molecular diagnostics laboratories is preferred.
• Previous experience in both germline and somatic genetic testing is preferred.
• Ability to provide leadership to laboratory staff and other health care professionals.
• Outstanding professional credibility and personal integrity.