Fellowship in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics

1. Applicants must hold an Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree.
2. For PhD applicants, the doctoral degree must be in Genetics or a related field.
3. Applicants with doctoral degrees earned outside the United States, Canada, or Puerto Rico who intend to pursue certification are strongly encouraged to obtain a credential review from the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG) Credentials Committee before starting the fellowship.
4. Applicants must be United States citizens, noncitizen nationals, permanent residents, or hold a valid work visa

The Laboratory Genetics and Genomics (LGG) Fellowship at UAB Heersink School of Medicine is a three-year Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education-accredited program providing specialized postdoctoral training in clinical laboratory genetics and genomics. Fellows gain experience in clinical laboratory operations, genetic test interpretation and reporting, test development and validation, quality control and assurance, laboratory certification, and laboratory management. Training includes cytogenetic and molecular techniques such as karyotyping, fluorescence in situ hybridization, chromosomal microarray, Sanger sequencing, and next-generation sequencing. Fellows also rotate through biochemical genetics and pediatric, adult, prenatal, and cancer genetics clinics. Successful completion prepares fellows for eligibility for the Laboratory Genetics and Genomics certification examination offered by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics.

1. Prepare an updated curriculum vitae.
2. Submit a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics.
3. Submit two letters of reference.
4. Applicants with international doctoral degrees should submit the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics Credentials Review Committee approval letter, when required.
5. Submit the complete application and supporting documents according to the program's application instructions.
6. The current application cycle is closed and is expected to reopen in Spring 2028.