Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Fellowship

The Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Fellowship Training Program is a two-year fellowship program that trains qualified individuals (MD, DO, PhD*, or equivalent) to become laboratory directors with the expertise to oversee and interpret cytogenetic and molecular genetic tests important in the diagnosis and management of human genetic disorders.

Overview

To gain the requisite laboratory experience, fellows rotate through a variety of CLIA-certified cytogenetic and molecular genetics diagnostic laboratories at the NIH and throughout the metropolitan Washington DC area. These rotation sites include GeneDx in Gaithersburg, MD, Quest Diagnostics in Chantilly, VA and Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC. Fellows also gain clinical and genetic counseling exposure by seeing patients with genetic disorders across the lifespan in various NIH centers and in hospitals and outpatient clinics.

*PhD must be in genetics, genomics, human genetics or a related field within the biological sciences, as determined by the ABMGG.

Rotations

Rotation Sites:

How to Apply and Eligibility

Candidates must have an MD, DO, PhD*, or equivalent degree. This program does not participate in the MATCH. Our slots are not funded which means that applicants will need to secure a position in the area that will support their participation in the fellowship program prior to applying. Employment should provide a complementary experience to the LGG training specialty and be maintained for the full duration of the two-year program. 

Ideally, candidates submitting applications will have had a discussion with someone from the program leadership team. Interested individuals should send the following documents at least 12 months prior to the proposed start date to NHGRI_LGG_Program@mail.nih.gov. All documents (except Letters of Reference) should be included in a single email.

Letter of Interest
A Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Graduate/Doctoral degree information
Academic transcripts (including FAES, if applicable)
Description of local employment
Three (3) Letters of Reference must be sent to the above email directly from each referee from an institutional email (no personal emails, e.g. Gmail)
- One (1) Letter of Reference must come from your supervisor/employer with explicit permission to fully participate in all aspects of the LGG program.
For Graduates of International Programs:
- Transcript and evidence of passing TOEFL, if applicable
- ABMGG Credentials Verification Form.

The Program Leadership can be contacted with questions at NHGRI_LGG_Program@mail.nih.gov.

* PhD must be in genetics, genomics, human genetics or a related field within the biological sciences, as determined by the ABMGG.