Genetic Counselor - Clinical Genetics
The University of California, Los Angeles
About this position
Position Overview
Salary range: The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5, and Scale 3. The salary range for this position is $118,000 -$309,800. This position includes membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.
Application Window
Open date: April 22, 2026 Next review date:Friday, May 22, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Monday, Jun 22, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position Description
The Division of Clinical Genetics of the Department of Human Genetics at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA is seeking a Genetic Counselor with experience in the evaluation, diagnosis, and familiarity with treatment of patients with pediatric and adult genetic disorders for a position as Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor (Clinical). Candidates who are ABGC board certified will join an existing experienced faculty with established expertise in clinical and biochemical genetics and will have the opportunity to work collaboratively across multiple practice areas in the Division of Clinical Genetics. We seek candidates who are enthusiastic about engaging in academically productive scientific inquiry, educating genetic counseling student and serving the university community. Academic appointment level and track series will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The responsibilities of the position will include inpatient consultations and outpatient medical genetics clinics, which together with an area of focus will be tailored to the candidate’s clinical interests and experience within pediatric genetics. This position will support in part the Genetic Counseling MS Program at UCLA . Opportunities are available for clinical research, clinical trials, and collaboration with basic science researchers. There are also strong institution-wide genomics initiatives through the Institute for Precision Health. The Division of Clinical Genetics hosts an ABMGG-accredited Medical Genetics residency, a T32 training grant, a Masters in Genetic Counseling program, and multiple ABMGG-accredited Laboratory Genetics training programs. Faculty members have numerous opportunities for teaching across a variety of academic programs. Teaching and supervising of medical students, residents, fellows, and genetic counseling trainees are expected. A successful candidate(s) will have the following qualifications: (1) Completion of and ACGC-approved training program and Board Certification by ABGC. (2) Eligibility for licensure as California Genetic Counselor by CDPH. (3) Ability to work in a collaborative interdisciplinary environment. (4) Previous experience in pediatric and general medical genetics. (5) Experience in supervising genetic counseling students. (6) Experience in training genetic counseling assistants.
Qualifications
Basic qualificationsCandidates must possess a Master's in Genetic Counselor degree and must be board-certified with the American Board of Genetic Counseling. Candidates must also be eligible to obtain a genetic counselor license in the state of California. Preferred qualificationsExperience in supervising genetic counseling assistants and in a genetic counseling training program.
Application Requirements
Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form UCLA Mission Statement - As the nation's premier public research university, UC's mission is the creation, dissemination, preservation and application of knowledge for the betterment of our global society. We have a particular responsibility to the people of California which we express in the excellence of the education we provide, the impact of the research we do, the comprehensive, life-saving medical services we provide, and the public service mission we are devoted to. The University of California promotes the social mobility of its students, equips them with the tools and experience that furthers their ambitions, and regards their accomplishments across the life span as evidence of the profoundly positive impact of higher education. The UCLA campus has expressed these goals in its strategic plan as follows: Deepen our engagement with Los Angeles Expand our reach as a global university Enhance our research and creative activities Elevate how we teach Become a more effective institution Prompt for candidates for recruitment: Reflecting on your personal and professional experiences, highlight your past contributions and future commitments to advancing UCLA's mission as embodied in the 2023-28 strategic plan. These accomplishments and ambitions may be discussed in the context of describing your teaching, scholarship, and service Misc / Additional (Optional) Reference requirements 3-5 required (contact information only) Submit the names and contact information for three references. Apply link:https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10945 Help contact:jkeh@mednet.ucla.edu
Job Location
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