Genetic Counsellor

Position Overview

We are looking for empathetic and experienced Genetic Counsellors (GCs) to join our multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have strong scientific knowledge, excellent counselling skills, and familiarity with molecular assays and clinical genomics reporting. This role supports both patients and clinicians across domains including reproductive genetics, rare disorders, oncology, and personal genomics.

Qualifications

MSc and/or PhD in Biomedical Genetics, Applied Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related life sciences
OR MBBS with relevant training/experience
Board-certified Genetic Counsellor – Level 2 preferred, Level 1 acceptable

Experience

1–2 years of experience in genetic counselling
Experience in pre- and post-test counselling for:
Reproductive disorders, Rare genetic conditions, Oncology, Personal genomics
Working knowledge of molecular assays
Familiarity with:
Psychosocial aspects of counselling, Genomic databases, international guidelines, and clinical reporting protocols

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive genetic counselling sessions with patients and families across various specialties
Review and explain genetic test reports to patients and clinicians
Construct and analyze pedigrees, summarizing key findings in counselling reports
Support variant interpretation, documentation, and classification
Contribute to the development of SOPs and best practices for genetic counselling
Participate in training and collaborative meetings with internal teams including clinicians, lab personnel, and research staff

Desired Attributes

Empathetic and patient-centric approach
Confident and professional communicator
Strong team player, able to work independently and drive the GC function forward
Proficiency in English (fluency in Hindi, Marathi, or other regional languages is a plus)

Skills:

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