Chief Genomics Officer

Chief Genomics Officer

University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center Cleveland, Ohio

Lead the Future of Precision Medicine

University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center and Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine invite applications forthe position of Chief Genomics Officer (CGO).

This is a unique opportunity for a visionary physician-scientist and genomics leader to shape and expand a system-wide strategy for precision medicine, genomic discovery, and translational innovation across one of the nation's leading academic health systems.

The Chief Genomics Officer will provide executive leadership for genomic medicine initiatives, driving the integration of cutting-edge genomic technologies into clinical care, research, education, and population health. This leader will collaborate with multidisciplinary stakeholders across University Hospitals and Case Western Reserve University to advance transformational programs that improve patient outcomes through personalized medicine.

Academic appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor will be offered commensurate with experience andaccomplishments.

Opportunity Highlights

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute a comprehensive health-system genomics strategy.
• Expand precision medicine initiatives across pediatric and adult specialties.
• Serve as a key advisor to health system leadership on genomic innovation, technology adoption, and clinical implementation.
• Build partnerships across clinical departments, research institutes, industry, and philanthropic stakeholders.

Academic Excellence

• Faculty appointment at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine.
• Collaborate with nationally recognized investigators in genetics, cancer biology, neurosciences, cardiovascular medicine, and rare diseases.
• Support and mentor faculty, trainees, and emerging leaders in genomic medicine.
• Drive innovative research programs with opportunities for federal, industry, and philanthropic funding.

Clinical Impact

• Advance integration of genomic testing into clinical workflows across University Hospitals.
• Partner with physicians, genetic counselors, bioinformaticians, laboratory scientists, and operational leaders to deliver best-in-class patient care.
• Help define the future of precision diagnostics, therapeutics, and population genomics.

Why University Hospitals?

• Nationally recognized academic health system.
• Strong partnership with Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine.
• Significant commitment to innovation, discovery, and precision medicine.
• Collaborative environment with access to leading clinicians, scientists, and research infrastructure.
• Competitive compensation package, leadership support, and resources to build and grow transformative programs.

Cleveland: A Premier Place to Live and Work

Located on the shores of Lake Erie, Cleveland offers the best of both worlds: a world-class academic healthcare environment and an exceptional quality of life. The region features nationally recognized arts and cultural institutions, championship sports teams, outstanding schools, vibrant urban neighborhoods, and easy access to extensive outdoor recreation, including the Metroparks system and Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

Our Mission

To Heal. To Teach. To Discover.

Join University Hospitals and help define the next era of genomic medicine and precision healthcare.

Qualifications - External

• MD, DO, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree.
• Board certification in Medical Genetics and Genomics or related specialty preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in genomic medicine, precision medicine, clinical genetics, translational research, or related disciplines.
• Proven record of academic achievement, including peer-reviewed publications, grant funding, and national recognition.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and developing strategic initiatives.
• Eligible for appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Ohio.

University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center is a 900+ bed quaternary referral center for the UH health system, a 17 hospital network serving 1.2 million patients in Northeast Ohio. UHCMC is an academic affiliate of Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine (CWRU SOM).

At UH Cleveland Medical Center, we strive for excellence in patient care. The efforts of our dedicated staff have resulted in numerous awards and accreditations from some of the country’s top medical associations of patient care, safety and quality.

In June, UH Cleveland Medical Center was again named by U.S. News & World Report to its Best Hospitals list, an achievement it has made 26 years in a row. In the 2024-25 list, UH Cleveland Medical Center ranks third among all hospitals in Ohio and is the only Ohio-based hospital to be named to U.S. News & World Report's inaugural list of Best Regional Hospitals for Equitable Access. ?

Physicians of University Hospitals have renewed a promise to meeting our patients’ health care needs. Our talented team is integral to our rich history of success and critical to our future in a dynamic environment. As stewards of the UH legacy for excellence in patient care, our physicians are guided by an unwavering commitment to our mission:

To Heal. To Teach. To Discover.

Founded in 1866, University Hospitals has grown over the last 150 years to become what it is today – one of the nation’s leading health care systems, committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered medical care to the residents of Northeast Ohio. Our facilities include a thriving academic medical center, consistently ranked among the nation’s top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, along with 18 hospitals, 40 health centers and dozens of medical practices throughout a 15-county region.

At UH, our national reputation for providing high-quality care, our direct involvement in pioneering medical advancements and clinical discoveries, and a continued commitment to training the next generation of health care providers demonstrate our dedication to living out the UH mission: To Heal. To Teach. To Discover.

Cleveland, OH is a culturally diverse city on the shores of Lake Erie, one of the Great Lakes. Recreational, cultural and educational opportunities are abundant throughout Northeast Ohio. You'll find world-class museums and cultural events, professional sports and amusement parks, and the most golf courses per capita in the United States. Places Rated Almanac ranks the area second in recreational options out of 354 US metro areas. This region ranks fifth in the nation in number of major cultural resources per one million residents.