Clinical Laboratory Geneticist - LLS Lab Med-Other Med Staff

Who We Are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music. As one of Canada?s largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children?s Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time.

Posting Period

Open:       March 20, 2025

Deadline:  April 20, 2025

Non-Union

Department Name

Pathology and Laboratory Medicine/Molecular Diagnostics

The Biochemical Genetics Geneticist is a key member of the Laboratory Medicine department, responsible for overseeing clinical Biochemical Genetics laboratory services and ensuring high-quality diagnostic testing and reporting through a total quality management system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Consultation & Interpretation: Provides expert guidance on test selection, result interpretation, and clinical correlation to healthcare providers.

• Test Development & Implementation: Leads the development, validation, and implementation of biochemical genetic assays to enhance diagnostic accuracy, safety, and patient care.

• Regulatory Compliance & Operations: Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards while optimizing laboratory operations and resource utilization.

• Research & Innovation: Conducts clinical and translational research, advancing genetic diagnostics and supporting clinical trials.

• Education & Mentorship: Engages in teaching and mentorship for medical laboratory staff, trainees, medical students, residents, and fellows.

This role plays a critical part in advancing Biochemical genetic diagnostics while maintaining excellence in patient care and laboratory operations.

Regular Full-Time

Rate of Pay:           $79.26 per hour to $105.68 per hour  

Hours of Work:       37.50 hours per week

Qualifications

• PhD in Human Genetics or Genomics preferred 
• Fellow of the Canadian College of Medical Genetics (CCMG) or American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMGG) in Biochemical Genetics Laboratory is required. Specializations in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics, Clinical Molecular Genetics, Clinical Cytogenetics Clinical are an asset but are not required; Academic affiliation is required.

• 2 Years of previous related experience
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill related to laboratory screening and diagnosis of pediatric disease
• Advanced research & development skills

• Advanced methods development knowledge in the biochemical laboratory with preference to LC/MS/MS method development knowledge.

• Ethical Awareness

• Advanced understanding of clinical test utilization

• Proficient computer skills

• Proficient statistical analysis skills

• Advanced critical thinking skills

• Advanced knowledge of one of the Clinical Laboratory Genomics Specialties including Clinical Biochemical Genetics, Cytogenetics, Molecular Genetics, or Clinical Genetics and Genomics preferred

• Advanced research & development skills
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's Vision, Purpose and Values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Immunization Requirements:

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide document related to LHSC's Health review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements | LHSC

Teaching, Learning and Research 

London Health Sciences Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place that they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 1400 Nursing, Allied Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca.

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that an internal reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted