Saint George University Medical Center(SGUMC), the primary teaching hospital of the Faculty of Medicine at Saint George University of Beirut(SGUB), invites applications for a full-time or part-time Cytogeneticist– Specialist Level to join its Department of Laboratory Medicine.
Job Title: Cytogenetics Specialist Reports to: Department of Laboratory Medicine
Key Responsibilities
1. Clinical Duties – Cytogenetics
The successful candidate will oversee and interpret the full spectrum of constitutional and acquired cytogenetic studies, including but not limited to:
• Conventional karyotyping (prenatal, postnatal, oncology, hematologic malignancies)
• Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) for constitutional and oncologic indication
• Analysis of bone marrow and peripheral blood specimens for hematologic disorders
• Prenatal cytogenetic diagnosis (amniotic fluid, chorionic villi sampling)
• Postnatal evaluation of developmental delay, congenital anomalies, and infertility
• Interpretation and reporting in accordance with international cytogenetics guidelines
• Knowledge and skills in molecular techniques including NGS is an added advantage
The candidate will ensure quality assurance, proper validation of new assays, documentation, and compliance with laboratory accreditation standards.
2. Laboratory Leadership and Quality Responsibilities
• Supervision of technologists and trainees within the Cytogenetics Unit
• Oversight of quality control and proficiency testing programs
• Development and updating of SOPs
• Participation in laboratory inspections, audits, and accreditation processes
• Implementation of new technologies and workflow optimization
Qualifications
• MD or PhD in Genetics, Cytogenetics, Molecular Genetics, or related field
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within multidisciplinary academic teams
• Prior academic or teaching experience is preferred
Academic Appointment
The successful candidate will be eligible for appointment at the appropriate academic rank within the Faculty of Medicine at Saint George University of Beirut, based on qualifications, experience, and academic profile. Academic evaluation and promotion will follow Faculty bylaws and policies.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit the following:
• Updated Curriculum Vitae
(Downloadable CV template): CV Template
•Completed Application Form (Downloadable Application template):
Application Template
• Letter of Intent outlining clinical expertise, teaching experience, academic interests, and vision for the role
• Contact information for at least two professional references
• List of publications and/or brief statement of teaching or research interests
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted electronically to: joint-search-committee@stgeorgehospital.org
joint-search-committee@sgub.edu.lb
Deadline: August 29, 2026
Clarification: Applicants must clearly specify “Cytogenetics Specialist” in the email subject line and within the application package.
