Thomas Patrick Chuna

Hi everyone! I'm Tom. I am a recruiter specializing in cancer genetics research. I posted a new opportunity in the genetics subforum. I am also a job search coach..there are many job seekers out there that I can't help as a recruiter, so I instead help them find there own positions. I look forward to being of service. Tom

Title: Cytogeneticist Hi Everyone! I'm Tom, and I have a cytogen opportunity I wanted to make you aware of. Thanks! Location: Arizona Job Type: Fulltime / Permanent Environment: Commercial, high volume medical genetics testing & research laboratory Excellent salary and relocation assistance offered. This is an industry leader! Keywords: cytogenetics, medical genetics, diagnostics, molecular genetics, clinical cytogenetics, oncology, cancer genetics Reply to: patrickintl@sbcglobal.net Patrick International, Recruiters specializing in Molecular Medicine Position Overview: Our client is seeking an experienced Cytogeneticist, who must be certified ( or board eligible) by the American Board of Medical Genetics. Reporting to the Director of Genetics, the candidate will work with a battery of assay techniques pertaining to cancer genetics. The candidate will work closely with other pertinent laboratories, such as molecular genetics, cytometry, and assay development. Minimum Qualifications: Doctorate in Human Genetics or related field. Postdoctoral Cytogenetics Laboratory experience MANDATORY: ABMG Certified in Clinical Cytogenetics. Previous experience in a Diagnostic Clinical Cytogenetics Laboratory. Demonstrated experience in hematological and routine cytogenetics and molecular cytogenetics. Day to Day Position Functions and Expectations: Write, review and sign FISH and cytogenetic case reports and/or clinical trial studies. Assure completeness and correctness of all case reports. Assist with, or independently develop, new technologies and methods for enhanced genetic testing. Request additional information and/or additional tests to assure accuracy of patient results. Contact clients with results as necessary. Explain results clearly and accurately. Conduct additional studies when appropriate. Coordinates results with other concurrent studies. Is familiar with all laboratory and company policies, and SOPs, and participates in proficiency tests and laboratory inspections. Assist with continuing education of laboratory staff. Prepare and submit data/reports for publication and/or presentations Excellent communication skills, and a positive attitude are a MUST!