Translational Genomics Director

Ambry Genetics • Aliso Viejo, CA

281d • $180,000 - $220,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Translational Genomics Director, Rare Diseases, at Ambry Genetics leads translational research and clinical liaison activities. The Translational Genomics Director works within the Research & Development department as a clinical and molecular subject matter expert to catalyze development of innovative genetic testing approaches. The Translational Genomics Director will educate the company, clinicians and policy makers on the clinical utility of Ambry's existing and developing test menu and effectively convey Ambry's mission to provide access to the most reliable and comprehensive testing. Externally, this individual engages clinical experts, guideline committees, patient advocacy groups and medical societies to promote the clinical utility of Ambry tests. Internally, this individual engages with Ambry's scientific and medical advisory committees to advise the commercial team regarding future directions of Ambry's product line in the context of the clinical needs of our medical community.

Requirements

• PhD in Molecular Genetics, Human Genetics, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Medical Degree with experience or background in molecular genetics or human genetics.
• 10+ years of technical knowledge of laboratory testing and terminology.
• Experienced, comfortable, and effective at public speaking.
• Good organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to assert own ideas and persuade others through effectively consolidating, evaluating, and presenting relevant information.
• Capable of excelling within a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, attention to detail, ability to cross-reference information, ability to prioritize work.

Responsibilities

• Lead translational research and peer-reviewed publication of key data.
• Analyze genetic test data and support clinical interpretation of diagnostic results.
• Network with key organizations and present data at meetings.
• Act as key stakeholders in translational/innovation projects.
• Connect R&D with other departments including Informatics, Clinical Diagnostics, and Medical Sciences.
• Supervise research lab staff, training, and collaborate on projects relevant to Ambry's innovation roadmap.
• Participate in the analysis of diagnostic molecular genetic test results performed at the Clinical and ATG Lab.
• Perform variant assessment of alterations analyzed at the ATG Lab.
• Engage with external key opinion leaders, academic/medical societies and patient advocacy groups.
• Work closely with Ambry's scientific and medical advisory committees to advise the commercial team.
• Prioritize translational research efforts based on urgency and feasibility.
• Perform translational research activities in study design, development of research protocols and IRB submissions.
• Work closely with the marketing department to increase visibility of translational research.

Benefits

• $180,000 - $220,000 per year salary.
• Eligible for a Short-Term Incentive Plan with the target at 20% of annual earnings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree