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Job ID

72969

Job Title

Clinical Laboratory Geneticist - Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Location

Juravinski Hospital

Open Date

2025/11/24

Job Type

Special

Close Date

2026/06/29

Employee Group

Academic

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Department

Pathology

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Job Code

FACMOP

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Newly Created Position

Contract Duration

0 Months

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

35

Job Description

Academic Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Genetics

Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program and McMaster University

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

The Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program and McMaster University Department of Pathology and Molecular Medicine are inviting applications from Laboratory Scientists interested in providing professional expertise for a large academic laboratory program serving the Central South Region of Ontario. An academic position designated as "Clinical Laboratory Geneticist" is currently available within the Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program – jointly administered by Hamilton Health Sciences and St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton.

We seek candidates with CCMG and/or ABMGG certification in molecular genetics, cytogenetics, genetic and genomic diagnostics (GGD), or laboratory genetics and genomics (LGG).

The successful candidate will hold an academic appointment in the Department of Pathology and Molecular Medicine at McMaster University and is expected to participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. A commitment to academic scholarship in the areas of education, knowledge translation, and research is required. The Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine has an cutting-edge curriculum design that offers a unique teaching environment and exciting opportunities for vigorous collaborative research in medical genetics and genomics. Required qualifications include a PhD and CCMG and/or ABMGG certification in a relevant sub-discipline. Academic rank will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience.

About this Role:

The primary service responsibility will include both clinical molecular genetics and cytogenetics with a focus on cancer genetics, but opportunities in other areas of the laboratory may be available depending on the successful candidate’s expertise and interests. The current workload comes from a referral base that includes tertiary genetic, pediatric, hematology, pathology, oncology, and obstetrical services provided in a multi-site hospital environment. This arrangement permits the possibility of participation and responsibility across other components of genetic services in the program if desired by the candidate.

About the HRLMP, McMaster, and Hamilton:





HRLMP provides Genetics Services for a catchment of approximately 2.5 million people, performing approximately 40,000 tests annually. For more information about the HRLMP Genetics Laboratory Services you can visit https://www.hrlmp.org/hrlmp-genetics

The Department of Pathology and Molecular Medicine at McMaster University is recognized for its excellence in basic and clinical research, outstanding diagnostic and clinical medicine, and for its strong undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate education, all of which illustrate the expertise and diversity of our faculty and staff. For more information, please visit https://pathologymolecularmedicine.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/

Hamilton is the tenth largest city in Canada with a diversified economy, a multicultural population, an active arts and culture scene, breathtaking natural beauty, and safe and welcoming neighborhoods. We believe HRLMP is a great place to work – and Hamilton is a great place to call home. For more information about Hamilton, please visit https://www.destinationontario.com/en-ca/cities-towns/hamilton

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian Citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship; however, all applications must include one of the following statements:

Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada

No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are to submit:

- A letter of interest, which includes a brief statement describing any contributions made or planned in relation to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion or inclusive excellence in teaching, research, or service within higher education, community-based or other profession settings (2-page maximum)when they join HRLMP/McMaster
- A curriculum vitae
- The names and contact information of at least three referees.



Please note letters of reference are not required and will not be reviewed at the application stage; letters of recommendation from referees will be requested at later stages of the search process.

All documents are to be submitted to the McMaster University careers site: McMaster University Careers Link . Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Please address your letter of interest to:

Dr. Elizabeth McCready, Discipline Director, Genetics

Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

- Human Resources Service Centre at (phone hidden) ext. 222-HR (22247), or
- Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
- School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Vaccination Mandate - FHS

This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment.

AI Statement

McMaster and its third-party partners may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process. Please note that currently our recruitment platform does not use AI nor is it part of our current recommended recruitment process.

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📌 Clinical Laboratory Geneticist - Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program
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