Genetics Part Time Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Our organization is seeking a full-time Board Certified/Eligible Clinical and Metabolic Geneticist to join the Department of Pediatrics. This role includes a faculty appointment at the School of Medicine, aligned with your training and experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity for both newly trained and seasoned clinicians/educators in metabolic genetics, as well as those with a broad interest in various aspects of clinical genetics and genomics. Key responsibilities will encompass:

• Newborn screening
• Patient care
• Inpatient consultations
• Outpatient genetic clinics
• Collaboration in multidisciplinary team settings
• Teaching medical students, pediatric and neurology residents, and genetic counseling students
• Engaging in research activities

Protected time for research is available, and a focus on research is highly encouraged. There are numerous opportunities for both intramural and extramural collaboration, as well as program development.

The clinical genetics practice is diverse and extensive, providing a rich experience in various areas, including:

• Neurogenetics
• Cardiogenetics
• Cancer genetics
• Dysmorphology
• Congenital anomalies
• Other specialized genetics fields

The team consists of two full-time and two part-time geneticists, two per diem geneticists, four pediatric genetic counselors, and a genetic counseling assistant. Additionally, a new multispecialty pediatric outpatient facility is set to open next year.

Our clinical lab is in the process of establishing a cutting-edge genetic and genomic testing laboratory to deliver comprehensive diagnostic services throughout the health system, serving the Inland Empire with a PhD laboratory geneticist and a laboratory-based genetic counselor. Furthermore, the School of Medicine has recently accredited a graduate program (MS) in genetic counseling, welcoming its inaugural class in the fall of 2025.

The Medical Center and Children's Hospital are strategically situated in Southern California, featuring the largest Level IV NICU in the state, catering to the two largest counties and approximately 25% of California's population. The Children's Hospital is among the few centers in California offering pediatric cardiac transplants and ECMO, and is developing a Perinatal Care Center focused on prenatal diagnosis to better serve high-risk pregnancies and infants with congenital anomalies diagnosed prenatally. The Medical Center and Children's Hospital also support specialized centers for cystic fibrosis, hemoglobinopathies, spina bifida, metabolic genetics, and craniofacial anomalies.

The starting base compensation for this position ranges from $252,000 to $278,000, adjusted based on experience and faculty rank. This figure does not include variable compensation or additional productivity incentives and is subject to departmental compensation plans. Detailed compensation discussions will occur during the recruitment process.

• Generous retirement contributions
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Competitive vacation and sick leave
• CME days and funding
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Paid life insurance
• Loan repayment options (state and federal, if eligible)

For more information on loan forgiveness options, please refer to the relevant resources.

Please note that residency in California is required upon starting this position. This opportunity is not eligible for a Conrad 30 Waiver.