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Summary Description


	Research and study the inheritance of traits at the molecular, organism or population level. May evaluate or treat patients with genetic disorders.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Assistant Professor

2.	Associate Professor

3.	Associate Professor of Biology

4.	Associate Professor of Genetics

5.	Behavioral Geneticist

6.	Clinical Biochemical Geneticist

7.	Clinical Cytogeneticist

8.	Clinical Cytogenetics Director

9.	Clinical Geneticist

10.	Clinical Molecular Geneticist

11.	Clinical Molecular Genetics Laboratory Director

12.	Computational Geneticist

13.	Crop Quantitative Geneticist

14.	Genetic Scientist

15.	Geneticist

16.	Genomics Scientist

17.	Laboratory Geneticist

18.	Medical Geneticist

19.	Medical Genetics Director

20.	Molecular Geneticist

21.	Pediatric Geneticist

22.	Pharmacogeneticist

23.	Population Geneticist

24.	Professor

25.	Proteomics Scientist

26.	Research Geneticist

27.	Research Scientist

28.	Statistical Geneticist

29.	Swine Genetics Researcher

Job Tasks

	Maintain laboratory notebooks that record research methods, procedures, and results. Record research or operational data.

	Review, approve, or interpret genetic laboratory results. Interpret research or operational data.

	Plan or conduct basic genomic and biological research related to areas such as regulation of gene expression, protein interactions, metabolic networks, and nucleic acid or protein complexes. Research genetic characteristics or expression. Plan biological research.

	Search scientific literature to select and modify methods and procedures most appropriate for genetic research goals. Review professional literature to maintain professional knowledge.

	Write grants and papers or attend fundraising events to seek research funds. Prepare proposal documents or grant applications.

	Evaluate genetic data by performing appropriate mathematical or statistical calculations and analyses. Research genetic characteristics or expression.

	Extract deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) or perform diagnostic tests involving processes such as gel electrophoresis, Southern blot analysis, and polymerase chain reaction analysis. Analyze biological samples.

	Prepare results of experimental findings for presentation at professional conferences or in scientific journals. Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.

	Attend clinical and research conferences and read scientific literature to keep abreast of technological advances and current genetic research findings. Review professional literature to maintain professional knowledge. Attend conferences or workshops to maintain professional knowledge.

	Supervise or direct the work of other geneticists, biologists, technicians, or biometricians working on genetics research projects. Supervise scientific or technical personnel.

	Analyze determinants responsible for specific inherited traits, and devise methods for altering traits or producing new traits. Research genetic characteristics or expression.

	Design and maintain genetics computer databases. Develop technical or scientific databases.

	Evaluate, diagnose, or treat genetic diseases. Research diseases or parasites.

	Design sampling plans or coordinate the field collection of samples such as tissue specimens. Research genetic characteristics or expression.

	Verify that cytogenetic, molecular genetic, and related equipment and instrumentation is maintained in working condition to ensure accuracy and quality of experimental results. Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning.

	Collaborate with biologists and other professionals to conduct appropriate genetic and biochemical analyses. Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.

	Maintain laboratory safety programs and train personnel in laboratory safety techniques. Train personnel in technical or scientific procedures.

	Create or use statistical models for the analysis of genetic data. Research genetic characteristics or expression.

	Conduct family medical studies to evaluate the genetic basis for traits or diseases. Research genetic characteristics or expression.

	Instruct medical students, graduate students, or others in methods or procedures for diagnosis and management of genetic disorders. Instruct college students in physical or life sciences.

	Develop protocols to improve existing genetic techniques or to incorporate new diagnostic procedures. Establish standards for medical care.

	Plan curatorial programs for species collections that include acquisition, distribution, maintenance, or regeneration. Plan natural resources conservation or restoration programs.

	Confer with information technology specialists to develop computer applications for genetic data analysis. Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use. Collaborate with technical specialists to resolve design or development problems.

	Participate in the development of endangered species breeding programs or species survival plans. Plan natural resources conservation or restoration programs.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

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