Scientist I, Translational Oncology and Clinical Reporting
About The Position
The Scientist I, Translational Oncology and Clinical Reporting (TOCR), contributes as an individual contributor and team member to Foundation Medicine's medical reporting process through literature research, scientific analysis, and scientific writing. The scientist regularly reviews scientific and medical sources to inform high-quality, personalized diagnostic reports. In consultation with Medical and Clinical Research teams, the role helps create concise, informative, physician-focused report content. The position also contributes to projects within and across departments supporting TOCR and Foundation Medicine goals, including scientific, product, and technology development activities. This is a regulated position; QA may provide additional information about qualifications pertaining to regulatory guidelines.
Requirements
- Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent in cancer biology, cell biology, genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology, molecular oncology, translational medicine, or a similar field; OR a master's degree or equivalent in these fields with 7 or more years of relevant work experience; OR a bachelor's degree or equivalent in these fields with 10 or more years of relevant work experience.
Nice To Haves
- Postdoctoral or other relevant work experience.
- Experience involving scientific and/or medical communications.
- Disease genetics or clinical oncology experience.
- Demonstrated ability to rapidly distill clear, complete, and succinct summaries from complex and potentially contradictory primary literature sources.
- Ability to perform careful, detail-oriented work under deadline pressure.
- Deep understanding of genetic and biochemical pathways.
- Familiarity with current topics in cancer genome biology and targeted therapeutics.
- Superior verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding of HIPAA and the importance of patient data privacy.
- Commitment to reflect FMI’s values: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.
Responsibilities
- Identify, interpret, synthesize, and succinctly summarize literature and other sources relevant to Foundation Medicine's comprehensive cancer genomic test.
- Collaborate with internal and external scientists and physicians to review, refine, and extend existing medical content.
- Generate new clinically focused content and/or guidelines based on scientific literature, existing guidelines, and other sources.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of Foundation Medicine's clinical oncology knowledgebase.
- Contribute to research and development projects within TOCR and across departments in support of broader TOCR and Foundation Medicine goals.
- Communicate with internal and external stakeholders about scientific aspects of patient genomics.
- Deliver on tight deadlines.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Comply with FMI's attendance policies.
Benefits
- A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.
- The position qualifies for Foundation Medicine's benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
