Entry Level Geneticist Jobs
New grad geneticist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on lab projects can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Non-Profit & Social Services, with employers like Nemours, ALTA GENETICS, and Sanford Health hiring at this level now.
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Summary
The Department of Pathology at Texas Children's Hospital (TCH) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced M.D. or Ph.D. Laboratory Geneticist to join the Division of Genomic Medicine as a full-time faculty. The successful candidate will have experience in human genetics, genomics, and computational biology and play a key role in expansion and implementation of genomic testing services in patient care. This faculty position offers the opportunity to contribute to the clinical, academic, and research missions of our department while working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, pathologists, scientists, genetic counselors, and trainees. The faculty member will join an experienced team and an expanding clinical genomics program at TCH contributing to implementation of genomic testing, test reporting strategies, bio-banking of human specimens, as well as genetic association and precision medicine studies. The successful candidate will hold an appointment as Assistant Professor (tenure track) in the Department of Pathology & Immunology at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM).
TCH is the nation's largest children's hospital and is ranked No. 3 in U.S. News and World Report's Honor Roll of Best Children's Hospitals. Located in Texas Medical Center, the largest medical campus in the world, TCH and BCM offer exceptional opportunities for collaboration and research activities across numerous institutions on the campus.
Job Duties
- Providing clinical sign-out and interpretation of genetic and genomic testing results in constitutional genetics and oncology testing in a CAP/CLIA-certified multiplatform diagnostic service, including whole exome and genome sequencing, next-generation sequencing DNA and RNA panels, copy number profiling cytogenomic arrays for constitutional and oncology, and targeted molecular testing.
- Collaborate with Divisional faculty, clinical colleagues, and institutional leadership to advance the development of genomic testing and integration of genomics into patient care.
- Participate in teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, fellows, and laboratory staff as an active faculty member in the ACGME-certified Molecular Genetic Pathology Fellowship and Pathology Residency programs at BCM.
- Engage in scholarly and/or clinical research activities, with opportunities for academic advancement.
- Contribute to quality assurance, quality control, and continuous improvement initiatives for genetic and genomic laboratory services.
Minimum Qualifications
- MD, DO or PhD (or equivalent) in Genetics, Pathology, or a related field.
- Board certification or eligibility in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics, Clinical Molecular Genetics and Genomics, Molecular Genetic Pathology, or equivalent certification(s).
- Strong knowledge of clinical laboratory operations, regulatory requirements, and quality management.
- Prior experience in academic or hospital-based practice preferred.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and collaborative skills.
Academic Appointment
This position will carry a faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Pathology & Immunology at Baylor College of Medicine. Joint appointments in other basic science or clinical departments are available for individuals with broader academic interests. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Application Process
Candidates must complete this employment application to be considered and should also send their curriculum vitae, a personal statement of professional goals, and three references to:
Dolores López-Terrada, MD, PhD
Professor of Pathology and Pediatrics
Baylor College of Medicine
Division Chief, Genomic Medicine
Texas Children’s Hospital Department of Pathology
6621 Fannin St., AB1195
Houston, TX 77030
Dhterrad@texaschildrens.org
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a leading academic hospital committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research.
- Collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment with experts across clinical specialties.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities, clinical genomics infrastructure, and research opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Summary
The Department of Pathology at Texas Children's Hospital (TCH) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced M.D. or Ph.D. Laboratory Geneticist to join the Division of Genomic Medicine as a full-time faculty. The successful candidate will have experience in human genetics, genomics, and computational biology and play a key role in expansion and implementation of genomic testing services in patient care. This faculty position offers the opportunity to contribute to the clinical, academic, and research missions of our department while working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, pathologists, scientists, genetic counselors, and trainees. The faculty member will join an experienced team and an expanding clinical genomics program at TCH contributing to implementation of genomic testing, test reporting strategies, bio-banking of human specimens, as well as genetic association and precision medicine studies. The successful candidate will hold an appointment as Assistant Professor (tenure track) in the Department of Pathology & Immunology at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM).
TCH is the nation's largest children's hospital and is ranked No. 3 in U.S. News and World Report's Honor Roll of Best Children's Hospitals. Located in Texas Medical Center, the largest medical campus in the world, TCH and BCM offer exceptional opportunities for collaboration and research activities across numerous institutions on the campus.
Job Duties
- Providing clinical sign-out and interpretation of genetic and genomic testing results in constitutional genetics and oncology testing in a CAP/CLIA-certified multiplatform diagnostic service, including whole exome and genome sequencing, next-generation sequencing DNA and RNA panels, copy number profiling cytogenomic arrays for constitutional and oncology, and targeted molecular testing.
- Collaborate with Divisional faculty, clinical colleagues, and institutional leadership to advance the development of genomic testing and integration of genomics into patient care.
- Participate in teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, fellows, and laboratory staff as an active faculty member in the ACGME-certified Molecular Genetic Pathology Fellowship and Pathology Residency programs at BCM.
- Engage in scholarly and/or clinical research activities, with opportunities for academic advancement.
- Contribute to quality assurance, quality control, and continuous improvement initiatives for genetic and genomic laboratory services.
Minimum Qualifications
- MD, DO or PhD (or equivalent) in Genetics, Pathology, or a related field.
- Board certification or eligibility in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics, Clinical Molecular Genetics and Genomics, Molecular Genetic Pathology, or equivalent certification(s).
- Strong knowledge of clinical laboratory operations, regulatory requirements, and quality management.
- Prior experience in academic or hospital-based practice preferred.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and collaborative skills.
Academic Appointment
This position will carry a faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Pathology & Immunology at Baylor College of Medicine. Joint appointments in other basic science or clinical departments are available for individuals with broader academic interests. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Application Process
Candidates must complete this employment application to be considered and should also send their curriculum vitae, a personal statement of professional goals, and three references to:
Dolores López-Terrada, MD, PhD
Professor of Pathology and Pediatrics
Baylor College of Medicine
Division Chief, Genomic Medicine
Texas Children’s Hospital Department of Pathology
6621 Fannin St., AB1195
Houston, TX 77030
Dhterrad@texaschildrens.org
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a leading academic hospital committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research.
- Collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment with experts across clinical specialties.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities, clinical genomics infrastructure, and research opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
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Entry Level Geneticist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level geneticist job?
Entry level geneticist roles typically look for candidates with a bachelor's or master's degree in genetics, molecular biology, or a related life science, plus hands-on lab experience gained through internships, undergraduate research, or coursework. Familiarity with techniques like PCR, DNA sequencing, or CRISPR gives candidates a clear edge. A well-documented research project or lab portfolio can strengthen an application even without full-time work history.
Which companies hire entry level geneticists?
Companies hiring entry level geneticists right now include Nemours, ALTA GENETICS, and Sanford Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of biotechnology firms, pharmaceutical companies, academic medical centers, and government research agencies, all of which regularly onboard junior scientists for research support and laboratory roles.
Are there remote entry level geneticist jobs?
Yes, though most geneticist roles at the entry level are lab-based and on-site. About 0% of entry level geneticist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions tend to focus on bioinformatics, data analysis, or scientific writing rather than bench work. Candidates with computational biology skills are best positioned for those remote opportunities.
Are these new grad geneticist jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior geneticist roles. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or research assistant work in place of full-time history, or explicitly invites candidates with a degree and a strong academic or lab portfolio to apply.
Which industries hire the most entry level geneticists?
Entry Level geneticist roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Non-Profit & Social Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on a steady pipeline of junior scientists to support ongoing research, clinical testing, and product development programs that require foundational genetics expertise.