Genetic Counselor

Closing Date:

06/30/2025

Type of Position:

Faculty - Non-Tenure

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourage and support teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative healthcare organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits-eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental ,and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacatio,n and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click HERE.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

Department:

CHP | Genetic Counseling

Department's Website:

https://healthprofessions.uams.edu/programs/geneticcounseling/

Summary of Job Duties:

The College of Health Professions at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) seeks to hire a board-certified genetic counselor to join our academic faculty. This is a 12-month, full-time faculty position located in Little Rock, Arkansas. This position includes administrative responsibilities as an assistant program director and faculty responsibilities to include didactic and/or fieldwork training of students, student mentorship/advising, and the development of one’s academic career in the areas of service, scholarship, and education. Academic rank, tenure track, and salary are commensurate with qualifications and college promotion and tenure criteria. A generous benefits package includes life, health, dental, vision, and disability insurance as well as employer matching (up to 10%) retirement plan.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited Genetic counseling program
• Professional board certification in the respective field, as applicable
• Minimum of three years of full-time experience in the field of genetic counseling

Preferred

• Experience in teaching genetic counseling students
• Experience with clinical supervision of genetic counseling students
• Previous leadership experience

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

Assistant Program Director – Principal Responsibilities

• Assisting in the planning, developing, and monitoring of those aspects of the curriculum that support students’ integration of knowledge, skills, experience, and professional ethics into the practice of genetic counseling;
• Serving as the primary point of contact when the program director is temporarily unavailable;
• Assisting with maintaining program compliance with accreditation standards;
• Providing logistical support for teaching faculty; and
• Other duties as assigned by the program director.

Faculty Member – Principal Responsibilities

• Designing and teaching didactic courses in area(s) of content expertise
• Mentoring students with thesis projects
• Contributing to program and curriculum assessment and planning activities.
• Participating in university, community, and professional service
• Maintaining a high level of professionalism and integrity to be a role-model for genetic counseling students
• Other duties as assigned

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes