Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Fellowship

Faculty

Cate Paschal, PhD

Clinical Associate Professor | Program Director, Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Fellowship

Gansuvd Balgansuren, MD, PhD

Clinical Assistant Professor

Jillian G. Buchan, MS, PhD, FACMG

Assistant Professor | Associate Director, Genetics & Solid Tumor Laboratory/Northwest Clinical Genomics Laboratory | Associate Director, Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Fellowship

Min Fang, MD, PhD

Professor | Director of Cytogenetics, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance

Yoshiko Mito, PhD, FACMG

Clinical Associate Professor

Ulrike Schwarze, MD

Associate Professor

Anna Scott, PhD

Assistant Professor

Affiliated Faculty

Fuki Hisama, MD
Professor, Medical Genetics
Adjunct Professor, Neurology

Description

The University of Washington School of Medicine provides a two-year Laboratory Genetics and Genomics (LGG) Fellowship. The fellow will rotate in laboratories located at University of Washington Medical Center (UWMC), Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA) and Seattle Children’s Hospital (SCH) with training experiences in Cytogenetics, Clinical Genomics, Collagen Diagnostic, Genetics/Solid Tumor, Molecular Genetics, Immunogenetics and Biochemistry (refer to block diagram linked below for details on types of case/techniques fellows will be exposed to by laboratory).

Block Diagram

Typical Schedule

Program Aims

To produce a diverse group of compassionate clinical laboratory geneticists who will provide high-quality, safe, and cost-effective patient care and state of the art clinical testing.
To create a comprehensive learning environment that will prepare trainees for a variety of experiences in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics.
To provide a supportive group of faculty members who will introduce trainees to various learning opportunities in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics.

Stipend & Benefits

Stipend and benefits are based on the UW Resident/Fellow Stipend Schedule for UWHA Members (Year 1 at PGY1 and Year 2 at PGY2). Appointments are issued each year for this two year fellowship. Year 2 appointment is based upon Year 1 performance.

Requirements

Laboratory Genetics and Genomics applicants must meet one of the following qualifications:

1. Graduation from a medical school in the United States or Canada, accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME);

2. Graduation from a college of osteopathic medicine in the United States, accredited by the American Osteopathic Association Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (AOACOCA);

3. Graduation from an accredited doctoral program: Post-doctoral fellows entering laboratory genetics and genomics programs must hold an MD, DO, or PhD (or equivalent) degree. The PhD degree must be in genetics, molecular biology, or a related field within the biological sciences.

4. Graduation from a medical school outside of the United States or Canada, and holding a currently valid certificate from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) prior to appointment;

Individuals with an M.D. or Ph.D. earned outside of the United States or Canada must have their degree reviewed by the ABMGG Credentials Committee prior to entering this training program.

For more details, please check the following link: http://www.abmgg.org/pages/cert_forcredential.shtml

More Program and Application Info:

Cate Paschal, PhD
Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology University of Washington
Box 357470
Seattle, WA 98195-6100

Recruitment for 2027-2029 position will open March 1, 2026

To apply:

access our application entry system at UW Fellowship application link
Select Laboratory Genetics and Genomics from the Fellowship Program drop down list
Complete applicant information, upload CV, personal statement and transcripts as requested.

Applicants selected to interview will be contacted by the program coordinator to arrange a remote interview.

If you have questions or problems, please contact program administrator.

Affiliated Faculty

Fuki Hisama, MD
Professor, Medical Genetics
Adjunct Professor, Neurology