Variant Scientist

Neogenomics Laboratories • Scottsdale, AZ

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About The Position

The Variant Scientist position at NeoGenomics Laboratories involves collaboration with various teams to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of quality control methods in the Molecular Laboratory. The role focuses on optimizing next-generation sequencing (NGS) pipeline analysis, monitoring assay performance, and classifying detected variants to improve patient care in cancer diagnostics.

Requirements

• M.S. with 2 years of experience or Ph.D. or M.S. with CGC accreditation and 2 years of experience preferred but not required.
• Certified Genetic Counselor accreditation preferred for M.S. degree holders.
• Clinical Molecular Genetics Biologist Scientist license preferred (CA only).
• Familiarity with AMP/ACMG guidelines for variant classification and relevant public databases.
• Ability to read and analyze relevant clinical literature.

Responsibilities

• Assist in optimization of NGS pipeline analysis and processing.
• Monitor performance of NGS and PCR assays.
• Identify technical issues that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results and communicate/consult with the internal team.
• Initiate remedial actions to correct the problems.
• Improve processes in pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic testing of NGS and PCR assays.
• Assist in defining conditions and methods for internal genomic sequencing data reanalysis and reporting.
• Assist in the introduction of assay improvements, new assay configurations and validation in the testing laboratory.

Benefits

• 401k match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Leadership development
• 16 days of paid time off plus holidays
• Wellness courses
• Employee resource groups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Master's degree