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GENETIC COUNSELOR JOBS
PROMOTE-GC - a paid, part-time Johns Hopkins University research fellowship for Genetic Counselors
PROMOTE-GC (Promoting Genetic Counselors in Independent Research through Advanced Training and Education) is a part-time, paid, personalized, practical, two-year research fellowship designed to build the research capacity of masters-level genetic counselors. Funded by an R25 award from NHGRI to the Johns Hopkins Department of Genetic Medicine, PROMOTE-GC is designed to provide intensive research training through 1) tailored coursework, 2) practical research experiences, and 3) focused mentoring
Up to six genetic counselors will be trained through this program
PROMOTE-GC fellows will work primarily on a remote basis with regular visits to the Johns Hopkins University Baltimore campus with timing and duration of the visits flexible. Percent effort is anticipated to be 50% over 2 years but negotiable. Upon completing training, PROMOTE-GC fellows will be equipped to develop and lead genomic medicine or ELSI research and mentor other counselors and students in their own research development. Our website summarizes program eligibility and common questions
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning January 5th, 2026
PROMOTE-GC fellowship directors, Cindy James and Sonja Rasmussen, are board-certified genetic counselors with additional training who now have research-focused careers. We encourage potentially interested genetic counselors to email Cindy James, Sc.M., Ph.D., C.G.C. (cjames7@jhmi.edu) to discuss PROMOTE-GC and alignment with your career goals and interests.
Apply online: Genetic Counseling Research Fellowship | Johns Hopkins Medicine
GENETIC COUNSELOR ASSISTANT JOBS
Genetic counselor assistant job at johns hopkins prenatal genetics office - a paid, full-time position
Seeking a Genetic Counselor Assistant who will be responsible for supporting the clinical work of the Johns Hopkins Prenatal Genetics office. This will involve direct contact with the genetic counselors (GC), patient service coordinators, other team members, referring providers and patients. The GCA works as a team member with other practice staff and consistently projects a professional and courteous demeanor. They must pay close attention to detail and demonstrate excellent customer service skills with patients and staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Biological/Health Science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Successful completion of at least one undergraduate course in genetics preferred.
Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office software, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.
Ability to communicate effectively, both over the telephone and in person. Ability to deal sensitively and effectively with patients. Excellent organizational skills. Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills. Ability to work well both independently, with little supervision, and in a team setting.
Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Apply online: Genetic Counselor Assistant | Johns Hopkins University