Lead, Research Studies / Scientific Affairs - Genetics

Labcorp•San Francisco, CA

1d•$140,000 - $170,000•Remote

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a US based remote Lead, Research Studies/Scientific Affairs - Genetics to join their team. This role sits within a multidisciplinary Sample to Answer Platform Center of Excellence (CoE), partnering closely with teams across genomics science, data science, AI modeling, bioinformatics, software engineering, and product development. This dual role bridges research execution with scientific affairs, ensuring that evidence generation, product strategy, and external scientific engagement are tightly aligned. The position includes leadership of a team of 3-5 Clinical Program Managers and significant external-facing responsibilities, including client engagement, scientific communication, and thought leadership. The ideal candidate combines deep scientific expertise with strong leadership and communication skills and thrives in a highly cross-functional, innovation-driven environment advancing precision medicine.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Genetics, Genomics, Molecular Biology or Bioinformatics
5 or more years of experience in clinical research, translational research, or scientific/medical affairs within the genetic testing or diagnostics industry
2 or more years of experience as a project lead, supervisor, or manager.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to translate complex computational and scientific concepts for varied audiences
Ability to demonstrate strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders

Nice To Haves

MD, PhD, or MD/PhD in Genetics, Genomics, Molecular Biology, or Bioinformatics
Board certification or eligibility with the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG)
1 or more years of experience in diagnostic assay development, validation, and working with regulatory frameworks (CLIA, CAP, FDA)
1 or more years of experience working with computational and data science teams and AI/ML applications in genomics or healthcare
Established network within the genetics, diagnostics, or clinical research community

Responsibilities

Lead clinical and translational research initiatives within the genetics space.
Ensure evidence generation, product strategy, and external scientific engagement are tightly aligned.
Lead a team of 3-5 Clinical Program Managers.
Engage with clients, communicate scientific information, and provide thought leadership.
Travel for conferences, client meetings, and collaborator engagements.