Genetic Counseling Assistant / Clinical Research Assistant

Job Description

The Cancer Genetics Program at the Northwell Health Cancer Institute is looking for an additional Genetic Counseling Assistant/Clinical Research Assistant who would like to be a part of a vibrant and growing clinical, research and educational environment. The position is based at the Zuckerberg Cancer Center in Lake Success, NY, though travel to other Northwell Health Cancer Institute sites in the metropolitan area will be required approximately 2-3 days/week. This is a hybrid position with a mix of in-person and remote coverage (approximately 1-2 days/week). The successful candidate will join a team of eight adult cancer genetic counselors, a research coordinator, an administrator and two administrative assistants.

In this position, you will be a part of a multi-disciplinary Cancer Genetics team, working with genetic counselors, physicians, administrators, patients and others. Your role will be a combination of serving as a genetic counseling assistant and a clinical research assistant. The primary focus of this position is to support establishment of a streamlined point of care model for genetic testing in newly diagnosed cancer patients across the Northwell Health system. Day-to-day aspects will include assistance with triaging patients, completing family pedigrees, data analysis, presentation preparation, as well as volunteering to be a resource to others. Our expectation is to hire an individual who consistently strives to be an enthusiastic contributor to a collaborative team culture.

Requires completion of bachelor's degree in a science discipline (e.g. biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or genetics). Pre-health students (specifically pre-genetic counseling students and pre-medical students) are preferred. Prior relevant experience is highly desired. Preferred commitment of 2 years.

For more information about Northwell Health Cancer Genetics Program, please see https://cancer.northwell.edu/navigating-care/genetic-counseling.

For immediate consideration, please send your CV and a cover letter via email to Noah D. Kauff, MD, Chief, Cancer Genetics, Northwell Health Cancer Institute, c/o Aman Mann at amann@northwell.edu.

It is the policy of Northwell Health to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, generic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Northwell Health leaders, including the CEO, are committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action.

Additional Salary Detail

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

The salary range for this position is $36,980-$55,690/year

About Northwell Health Cancer Institute

At Northwell Health Cancer Institute we aren’t satisfied with settling so we search for innovation in everything we do. We are part of Northwell Health, New York’s largest private employer and health care provider with 23 hospitals, over 890 outpatient facilities, laboratories, world-class research facilities and more. Our locations span across Long Island, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, Westchester and beyond. From the smallest gesture to life-changing treatment and research, our 85,000 professionals – including 18,900-plus nurses and 4,900 employed doctors – are redefining the way health care is delivered. Join us to spread your wings and grab unbelievable opportunities to redefine healthcare.