International Genetic Counselor – Operational
Job Description:
- Quality assurance of PGT laboratory and genetic counseling protocols (70%)
- Utilizes practical knowledge in clinical, molecular, and population genetics to verify accuracy of data on laboratory reports
- Together with the laboratory scientists, assists with report writing for complicated or non-standard results
- Contributes to departmental and product improvement initiatives under direction of management
- Focused clinical and technical support for CooperSurgical staff, clients and external genetic counselors, across all laboratories
- Management of domestic and international PGT-M and PGT-SR cases, from enrolment through test completion, including conducting genetic counseling consultations
- Participates in genetic counseling meetings, training events and other group initiatives, as directed by manager.
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Human Genetics or equivalent field from American Board of Genetic Counseling accredited institution, or its international equivalent
- American Board of Genetic Counseling board certified
- Holds or is able to obtain genetic counseling license in appropriate states
- Three years of relevant genetic counseling work experience, including at least one year in a laboratory setting
- Demonstrated ability to accurately and efficiently manage complicated scenarios
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time using computer equipment in normal office conditions; occasional need for domestic and/or international travel (
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