University of Utah
Associate Program Director, University of Utah Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling
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Salt Lake City, UT
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Full-Time
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TBD
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Other
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April 1st, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Utah is hiring an Associate Program Director for its Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling. This role combines clinical genetic counseling services with leadership responsibilities, including managing the graduate program, preparing accreditation reports, teaching, and representing the program nationally.
Highlights
- Manage, coordinate, and facilitate all aspects of the University of Utah Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling.
- Provide clinical genetic counseling services in general genetics and pediatric specialties clinics.
- Prepare accreditation reports and serve as course director for didactic courses.
- Represent the graduate program at national meetings and serve as a liaison with the Graduate School, School of Medicine, and participating departments.
- Require postgraduate education in genetic counseling (minimum master's degree) and certification from the American Board of Genetic Counseling or equivalent.
- Must hold a current license to practice as a Genetic Counselor in Utah.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in clinical genetic counseling with teaching and research involvement.
- Faculty appointment at Assistant Professor rank on the clinical track in the Department of Pediatrics.
- Expected academic activities include clinical practice advancement, education, research, administration, and advocacy.
- Clinical work sites include Primary Children’s Hospital, University of Utah Hospital, and outreach clinics within and outside Utah.
Associate Program Director, University of Utah Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling Full Description
Associate Program Director, University of Utah Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling
Posting Details
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Position Information
Position/Rank | Associate Program Director, University of Utah Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling
Department | 00848 - Pediatric Administration
City | Salt Lake City, UT
Track | Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin |
Details | The Division of Medical Genetics in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a Genetic Counselor to provide clinical care (40%) and serve as the Associate Program Director of the University of Utah Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling (60%).
The Associate Program Director will be responsible for managing, coordinating, and facilitating all aspects of the University of Utah Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling (UUGPGC), preparing accreditation reports, serving as a course director and teaching didactic courses, representing the UUGPGC at national meetings and conferences, and serving as a liaison between the UUGPGC and the Graduate School, School of Medicine, and participating departments.
Clinical care will include providing genetic counseling services in general genetics and/or pediatric specialties clinics under the Division of Medical Genetics, Department of Pediatrics. Clinical activities may be carried out at Primary Children’s Hospital locations in Salt Lake City and Lehi, Utah, the University of Utah Hospital, and outreach clinics within and outside Utah.
There is an expectation for academic work including clinical care/practice advancement, education, investigation, administration, and advocacy.
Qualified candidates must have post-graduate education in genetic counseling (minimum of master’s degree); certification in Genetic Counseling from the American Board of Genetic Counseling or American Board of Medical Genetics, or equivalent; current license to practice as a Genetic Counselor in the State of Utah; minimum of 5 years of experience in the field of genetic counseling; and teaching and research experience in the field of genetic counseling. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical Track at the rank of Assistant Professor. Full onsite presence is required.
Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/198028. Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Personal Statement of clinical, research, teaching, and administrative experience are required.
For additional information about the position, please contact Karin Dent, MS, Program Director of UUGPGC, at karin.dent@hsc.utah.edu.
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information | The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates | Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Personal Statement of clinical, research, teaching, and administrative experience are required.
Open Date | 03/31/2026
Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Requisition Number | PRN04035F
Type | Faculty
Department | 00848 - Pediatric Administration
City | Salt Lake City, UT
Track | Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin |
Details | The Division of Medical Genetics in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a Genetic Counselor to provide clinical care (40%) and serve as the Associate Program Director of the University of Utah Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling (60%).
The Associate Program Director will be responsible for managing, coordinating, and facilitating all aspects of the University of Utah Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling (UUGPGC), preparing accreditation reports, serving as a course director and teaching didactic courses, representing the UUGPGC at national meetings and conferences, and serving as a liaison between the UUGPGC and the Graduate School, School of Medicine, and participating departments.
Clinical care will include providing genetic counseling services in general genetics and/or pediatric specialties clinics under the Division of Medical Genetics, Department of Pediatrics. Clinical activities may be carried out at Primary Children’s Hospital locations in Salt Lake City and Lehi, Utah, the University of Utah Hospital, and outreach clinics within and outside Utah.
There is an expectation for academic work including clinical care/practice advancement, education, investigation, administration, and advocacy.
Qualified candidates must have post-graduate education in genetic counseling (minimum of master’s degree); certification in Genetic Counseling from the American Board of Genetic Counseling or American Board of Medical Genetics, or equivalent; current license to practice as a Genetic Counselor in the State of Utah; minimum of 5 years of experience in the field of genetic counseling; and teaching and research experience in the field of genetic counseling. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical Track at the rank of Assistant Professor. Full onsite presence is required.
Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/198028. Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Personal Statement of clinical, research, teaching, and administrative experience are required.
For additional information about the position, please contact Karin Dent, MS, Program Director of UUGPGC, at karin.dent@hsc.utah.edu.
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information | The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates | Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Personal Statement of clinical, research, teaching, and administrative experience are required.
Open Date | 03/31/2026
Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Requisition Number | PRN04035F
Type | Faculty
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a Master's degree or higher in Genetic Counseling?
- yes
- no
- * Do you have certification in Genetic Counseling from the American Board of Genetic Counseling, American Board of Medical Genetics or equivalent?
- yes
- no
- * How many years of experience do you have in clinical genetic counseling that includes teaching and clinical supervision?
- 1 - 4 years
- 5 - 9 years
- 9 + years
- * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
- Yes
- No
- * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status)?
- Yes
- No
- * One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Personal Statement
Optional Documents
University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
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