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News Release
A new educational resource funded by the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is now available to improve genomic literacy among physicians.
… improve genomic literacy among physicians. The Universal Genomics Instructor Handbook and Toolkit provides materials and guidance for educators … diseases to be added, providing specialty-specific education opportunities.     "There is a clear need to …
News Release
The Genetics and Public Policy and Genetics and Education Fellowships provide a pathway for scientists to pursue careers in science policy or education.
… can be established. … A Pathway to Science Policy and Education Careers One way to ensure that genomic discoveries in the lab drive policy and education for our benefit is to strengthen the workforce with … at the interface between genomic research and science education and policy. The National Human Genome Research …
Professional Development
ASHG and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) co-sponsor the Genetics Education and Engagement Fellowship to support early-career genetics professionals wishing to transition to careers in genetics education and public engagement.
… key fellowship dates. … Rapid advances in human genetics/genomics research and genomic medicine are increasingly … advances have been paralleled by innovations in science education and public engagement. ASHG and NHGRI co-sponsor … who are interested in developing and implementing genetics/genomics education, community engagement and/or professional …
Jobs at NHGRI
NHGRI is seeking applicants for the position of Program Director (PD) of Laboratory Genetics and Genomics (LGG) Fellowship & Director of Genetics Education (DGE), which plays a critical role in leading and overseeing all aspects of our ACGME-accredited programs.
… of Program Director (PD) of Laboratory Genetics and Genomics (LGG) Fellowship & Director of Genetics Education (DGE). This key leadership position provides a … of the ACGME-accredited Laboratory Genetics and Genomics fellowship program; (2) develop and implement …
Professional Development Programs
Provides exposure to the broader genomics community and experts in the field, with the opportunity to work on a genetics/genomics-related education projects under the mentorship of an ISCC-PEG member.
… Kathleen Blazer, Ed.D., M.S., CGC Director Cancer Genomics Education Program, Division of Clinical Cancer Genomics, City of Hope National Medical Center, Duarte, …
Staff
Beth Tuck is the chief of the Education and Community Involvement Branch at NHGRI.
… Beth Tuck, M.A. … Beth Tuck (she/her) is the chief of the Education and Community Involvement Branch at NHGRI. … is returning to NHGRI, where her previous role was as a genomics education specialist. In this role, she worked on … resources, engaging students and teachers in hands-on genomics activities, supporting teacher professional …
Professional Development Programs
The Short Course in Genomics offers educators a chance to hear lectures and receive teaching resources from leading researchers, clinicians and staff.
… The Education and Community Involvement (ECIB) Branch within … changing the structure and timing of the Short Course in Genomics this year. We expect to run an abbreviated program … on the microbiome offered at NHGRI's Short Course in Genomics.  … This course is designed to support middle and …
Careers and Training
Professional development opportunities that empower educators, policymakers, and healthcare providers to broaden the impact of genomics in their fields.
… Genomics extends beyond the lab and the clinic. Our … and healthcare providers to broaden the impact of genomics in their fields. … Professional Development Programs … and healthcare providers to broaden the impact of genomics in their fields. ​ ​ … Fellowship, Career …
Careers and Training
Scientists and thousands of other professionals are using discoveries in genetics to revolutionize the world. This means careers in genetics and genomics are booming. And there are many other careers you don’t usually think of as science, like education, social work, and even law and the arts that are affected by this growth, creating even more career opportunities.
… the world. This means careers in genetics and genomics are booming. And there are many other careers you don’t usually think of as science, like education, social work, and even law and the arts that are … creating even more career opportunities. … Computational Genomics and Data Scientist Scientists develop and apply …
Careers & Training
The Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program continues post-graduate fellowship programs in public policy and education and engagement and adds two new programs – a post-graduate communications fellowship and a post-baccalaureate fellowship.
… and substantially expands the organizations’ joint genomics fellowship programs. The Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program recognizes the … provides training and career development in public policy, education and engagement, science communications and …