Posting Information
Posting Information
| Department |
OBGYN-MFM - 412440 |
| Posting Open Date |
03/23/2026 |
| Application Deadline |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Position Type |
Permanent Faculty |
| Working Title |
Clinical Instructor- Genetic Counselor |
| Appointment Type |
Fixed Term Faculty |
| Vacancy ID |
FAC0005863 |
| Full-time/Part-time |
Full-Time Permanent |
| Hours per week |
40 |
| FTE |
1 |
| Position Location |
North Carolina, US |
| Hiring Range |
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| Proposed Start Date |
07/01/2026 |
Position Information
| Be a Tar Heel! |
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as
one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of
professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy
exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.
UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a
comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance. |
| Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit |
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.
Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We prepare tomorrow's healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.
Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research. |
| Position Summary |
The
UNC Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, is seeking a full-time Board Certified or Board Eligible Genetic Counselor to join our reproductive genetics team. This role provides comprehensive reproductive genetic counseling services within a collaborative group that includes 6 genetic counselors, 2 Maternal-Fetal Medicine/Geneticists, and 20 Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialists. Clinical services are provided across several locations, including NC Women's Hospital,
UNC
MFM at Vilcom,
UNC
MFM at Duraleigh, and Moore Regional Hospital.
The position includes involvement with the
UNC Center for Maternal and Infant Health and the
UNC Fetal Care Center. Responsibilities include patient care as well as supervision and teaching of students, residents, fellows, and other learners. The Genetic Counselor will play an active role in patient care while also contributing to the education of medical students, residents, fellows, and genetic counseling students. Opportunities for research engagement and professional development are available. Hybrid work options are available depending on clinical needs. |
| Minimum Education and Experience Requirements |
Master's degree in genetic counseling from an
ACGC-accredited program or an
ABGC-recognized equivalent. Board certified or board eligible. New graduates are welcome to apply. |
| Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience |
- Clinical experience providing reproductive or prenatal genetic counseling in a high volume or academic medical center setting.
- Comfort counseling on carrier screening, prenatal screening and diagnostic testing, fetal anomalies, and other complex reproductive genetic indications.
- Familiarity with Epic or another electronic medical record system.
- Experience supervising or teaching students, residents, fellows, or other learners.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary clinical team
- Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex genetic information clearly to patients and providers.
- Ability to work independently while managing a busy clinical schedule across multiple sites.
- Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate documentation and manage follow up efficiently.
- Ability to work effectively within a fast paced, team based clinical environment
- At least 1-2 years of clinical genetic counseling experience in prenatal, reproductive, or fetal care (though new graduates are still encouraged to apply).
- Experience participating in multidisciplinary patient care activities, such as case discussions, fetal care evaluation, or high risk obstetric clinics.
- Familiarity with ultrasound based anomaly evaluation or interdisciplinary fetal diagnosis workflows.
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| Special Physical/Mental Requirements |
The ability to communicate professionally and compassionately when adverse diagnoses or events must be relayed to and discussed with prospective parents. |
| Campus Security Authority Responsibilities |
Not Applicable. |
| Special Instructions |
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| Quick Link |
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/314541 |
Department Contact Information
| Department Contact Name and Title |
Emily Hardisty, Clinical Assistant Professor |
| Department Contact Telephone or Email |
emily_hardisty@med.unc.edu |
| Academic Personnel Office Contact Information |
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Equal Employment Opportunity office at (919) 966-3576 or send an email to equalopportunity@unc.edu. |
| Equal Opportunity Employer Statement |
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. |
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University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Mar 24, 2026