Cassandra Buck

Experience

• 

  Genzyme Genetics

  Jul 2009 - Nov 2010

  Genetic Coordinator I

  Reviewed samples as they were received in the lab to verify tests ordered were appropriate for clinical situation. Followed up with referring providers as necessary. Drafted and approved patient reports under the direction of a laboratory director. Discussed test results with health care providers and answered/triaged client questions.

• 

  Massachusetts General Hospital

  Nov 2010 - Feb 2015

  Research Genetic Counselor

  Member of the Harvard Reproductive Endocrine Sciences Center studying the genetics of puberty & reproductive disorders. As a member of the Genotyping-Phenotyping core, responsible for coordinating all aspects of study enrollment for patients with GnRH deficiency and their families - consent process, obtaining & evaluating detailed family history information, discussing genetic findings and inheritance patterns, and answering questions from patients and clinicians. Assist research fellows and physician investigators with manuscript preparation and supervise student research projects. Show less

• 

  Brandeis University

  May 2015 - Jun 2023

  Advisor for Genetic Counseling Research in the Brandeis Genetic Counseling Master's Degree Program. Responsible for teaching and coordinating the research methodologies courses, as well as working with students to plan and develop their thesis projects.

  • Interim Assistant Director, Master's Program in Genetic Counseling

    Jan 2022 - Jun 2023

  • Adjunct Associate Professor of the Practice

    Jul 2017 - Jun 2023

  • Advisor for Genetic Counseling Research

    May 2015 - Jun 2023