Instructor – Genomics, COE-WCH

Department: COE-WCH

Entity: Aga Khan University

Introduction to the Aga Khan University:

Chartered in 1983, Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, autonomous, and self-governing international university with 13 teaching sites in 6 countries distributed across three continents. As an integral part of the Aga Khan Development Network, AKU provides higher education in several disciplines, carries out research pertinent to the countries in which it exists and has campuses, programs and/or teaching hospitals in Afghanistan, Kenya, Pakistan, Tanzania, Uganda, and the UK. As an international institution, AKU operates on the core principles of quality, relevance, impact, and access; and AKU is a model of academic excellence and an agent of social change.

As an equal opportunity employer, AKU believes in promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and is committed to adopt appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between diverse workforce of its faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment.

Job Roles / Responsibilities:

Instructor, in Clinical Genomics plays a critical role in integrating genomic science into clinical practice through education, clinical service, and research. This position is designed for a highly motivated individual with basic expertise in medical genetics, molecular diagnostics, and teaching. The instructor will work in a multidisciplinary environment, contributing to the interpretation of genomic data for patient care, educating students and trainees, and advancing the field through research and clinical innovation.

The ideal candidate must possess a basic knowledge in clinical genomics, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and have a commitment to high-quality patient care and academic excellence. This role involves direct collaboration with clinical laboratories, healthcare providers, and academic programs to enhance precision medicine initiatives.

The candidate will be responsible to:

• Deliver high-quality support to clinical teams with genomic test interpretation and patient-focused recommendations.
• Participate in the interpretation and reporting of clinical genomic tests (e.g., whole exome sequencing, gene panels, NGS) that support clinical decision-making in patient care.
• Competence in interpreting genetic variants and clinical relevance.
• Communicate complex genomic results in a clear and clinically meaningful way.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory quality standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA, CAP).
• Develop and deliver lectures, seminars, and lab sessions on topics in clinical genomics, genetic testing, and molecular diagnostics.
• Contribute to cutting-edge research and maintain involvement in scholarly publications in peer-reviewed journals within the field of genomics.
• Stay updated on advancements in genomics to incorporate new knowledge into teaching materials.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate genomic data into clinical practice.
• Seek funding through grants or collaborative research opportunities.
• Assist in validating genomic testing protocols and maintaining quality standards.
• Participate in internal and external proficiency testing and audits.
• Coordinate with genetic counselors, pathologists, and other clinicians to integrate genomic data into patient management.

Requirements:

ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING & WORK EXPERIENCE:

• MBBS, from a recognized institution.
• Four years of residency training in Paediatrics
• FCPS II, Paediatric.

KNOWLEDGE AND COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team to provide genomic consultation and support for patient care

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.