Clinical Laboratory Geneticist

Regional Genetics Program
Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario
University of Ottawa

Clinical Laboratory Geneticist

For those interested and eligible, please send your expression of interest and CV to Dr. Kym Boycott (), Chief of the Regional Genetics program. We will accept applications until August 30, 2024 with a view to conducting interviews shortly thereafter. Start date is negotiable.

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time 1.0 (hybrid)

SALARY: from $134,275 to $174,250

We are seeking a full-time Clinical Laboratory Geneticist to join a vibrant, collegial, and respected team in the Regional Genetics Program, based at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. This position will report to the Laboratory Director. This is a clinical laboratory position with academic and teaching responsibilities. Renumeration will be determined by years of experience.

The Regional Genetics Program at CHEO provides diagnostic testing, counselling, and therapeutic services to individuals and families dealing with genetic conditions. We serve a population of approximately 1.4 million in Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec, Nunavut and parts of Northern Ontario. The GDL provides comprehensive molecular and cytogenomic testing for both pediatric and adult populations for a range of disorders including those related to cardiac, cancer, and hematological conditions. A wide variety of methodologies are routinely used for genome-wide analysis, such as karyotyping, SNP microarray and whole genome/exome sequencing, to more targeted testing including FISH, gene panels and single gene testing, in addition to cutting-edge optical genome mapping technology.

Our laboratory is accredited by Accreditation Canada Diagnostics, a partner in Genome-wide Sequencing Ontario, and the cytogenetics section is approved by the Children’s Oncology Group (COG) in pediatric oncology. Our mandate is to provide clinical and laboratory services through all stages of life (preconception, prenatal, pediatric and adult) and we strive to provide answers for every family at all stages of life. We are home to thriving postgraduate teaching programs (RCPSC residency in Medical Genetics & Genomics and CCMG fellowships in Biochemical Genetics, and Genetic and Genomic Diagnostics) and strong research programs across multiple domains of genetics.

CHEO has been repeatedly named one of the national Capital Region’s top employers. CHEO hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply; priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Here Is What You Will Love:
• A commitment to continuing education and professional development through CHEO Genetics Associates as well as programs and resources through the CHEO Occupational Development and Learning.
• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• A focus on employee wellness with our CHEO staff wellness resources and programs.
• A culture of safety for both the patient and staff.
• The opportunity to make a difference by providing answers for every family at all stages of life.

Here Is What You Will Get To Do
• Interpretation and review of genetic and genomic data, including report writing and sign out of molecular and/or cytogenetic cases
• Compilate and evaluate of laboratory data to assess utilization, efficiency and productivity
• Participate in regional, provincial and national committees related to laboratory operations and to regulatory standards
• Develop, evaluate, and implement new technologies and clinical tests.
• Horizon scan regarding clinical testing standards, test menu and testing strategies.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation of data generated and work performed, to prepare data for presentation and publication, and to participate in the training of laboratory staff, trainees, and students at CHEO and the University of Ottawa.
• Participate in Quality Control, Quality improvement and Quality Assurance programs to support the effective operation of the clinical laboratory.

Here Is What You Will Need
• A Ph.D. degree with experience in genetics or genomics, including publications in these fields.
• Expertise in Molecular Genetics as a Fellow of the Canadian College of Medical Geneticists (CCMG) or equivalent (Essential)
o Dual certification in cytogenomics is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and a team player with a high degree of independence and professionalism to provide high-level clinical laboratory genetics expertise. (Essential)
• Experience in administration and leadership will be a valued strength. (Essential)
• Expertise in genome sequencing, cancer genomics, laboratory automation, and clinical bioinformatics. (Essential)
• Thorough knowledge of the laboratory regulatory environment. (Essential)
• Bilingualism (French / English) (Preferred)
• Police Record Check (PRC) (Essential)

CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at . All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.