How do they match: Geneticists

  • Medical Geneticist
  • Pediatric Medical Geneticist

  • Conduct family medical studies to evaluate the genetic basis for traits or diseases.
  • Develop protocols to improve existing genetic techniques or to incorporate new diagnostic procedures.
  • Extract deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) or perform diagnostic tests involving processes such as gel electrophoresis, Southern blot analysis, and polymerase chain reaction analysis.
  • Instruct medical students, graduate students, or others in methods or procedures for diagnosis and management of genetic disorders.

  • Establish standards for medical care.