Faculty, M.s. Genetic Counseling Program - Research (Ihp Faculty)

Summary

The Department of Genetic Counseling in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at the MGH Institute of Health Professions in Boston is seeking a 0.20 FTE faculty member to start August 1, 2023.

• Strong preference will be given to candidates within Mass General Brigham who are already involved in research, are familiar with and regularly utilize the MGB IRB and Insight, Redcap, and other MGB tools.
• The faculty member is primarily responsible for coordinating the student Capstone research experience, working closely with the Director of Student Research for the Genetic Counseling Program.
• In collaboration with other faculty, responsibilities include serving as a Capstone research advisor/PI, teaching in the Capstone four course series, other teaching, curriculum development, student recruitment, and the admissions process.
• The successful applicant will also be expected to take part in scholarly and professional activities within the Genetic Counseling Department, MGH Institute, and Mass General Brigham.

Qualifications

• The candidate must be familiar with ACGC (Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling) requirements and participate in the Accreditation process.
• The candidate must have a Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program, be ABGC Board-certified and licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (or eligible for MA licensure) and have at least 1 year of experience as a genetic counselor.
• The position requires a strong commitment to Justic, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as well as interprofessional education.
• Faculty academic rank is commensurate with experience.
• Experience as a research advisor and mentor, teaching experience, and a record of scholarship and dissemination is preferred.

Questions about the position may be directed to the Program Director, Maureen Flynn, MS, CGC, MPH at [email protected].

About Mgh Institute

The MGH Institute of Health Professions is an accredited graduate school located in the historic Charlestown Navy Yard overlooking downtown Boston and is part of the Mass General Brigham (the largest healthcare provider in New England). The Institute provides entry-level and post-professional programs in Nursing, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Genetic Counseling, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistant Studies. The PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences and a PhD and Master of Science in Health Professions Education have been added in recent years along with two brand new programs: Master of Health Administration in Leadership and Master of Science in Healthcare Data Analytics to meet rising demand for highly educated health care professionals, educators, and researchers. Integrating classroom learning with research and clinical experience, the Institute grants doctoral degrees, master's degrees, awards certificates of advanced study, and offers continuing education to practicing professionals.

MGH Institute of Health Professions is the only degree-granting affiliate in Mass General Brigham (MGB), the largest private employer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Institute has been recognized multiple times by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For.” A leading health sciences educational institution, MGH Institute provides students with outstanding academic programs, many of which are ranked among the best in the nation.

MGH Institute of Health Professions has announced an organization-wide anti-racism initiative to think boldly about race and bring together all members of the Institute community to address systemic racial injustice as well as oppression more broadly. The plan seeks to create a supportive and inclusive campus environment and better support the diverse communities the school serves. We are excited about this new initiative and are hiring employees who are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion and will contribute to our anti-racism and anti-oppression approach.

Primary Location

MA-Charlestown-MGH 100 First Ave

Work Locations

MGH 100 First Ave

Job

Teaching/Faculty

Organization

Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)

Schedule

Full-time

Standard Hours

8

Shift

Day Job

Employee Status

Regular

Recruiting Department

IHP SHRS

Job Posting

Jun 21, 2023