Clinical Genomic Scientist- Variant Curation
Baylor Genetics • , 73d • Remote
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Clinical Genomic Scientist- Variant Curation
Baylor Genetics•,
•Remote
About The Position
The Clinical Genomics Scientist analyzes clinical genetics data, curates variants and genes, and summarizes findings for clinical reports. Our scientists assist laboratory directors and R&D with validation of cutting-edge technologies and software platforms.
Requirements
- PhD or MD in clinical medicine, genetics, molecular biology, or equivalent. Or strong candidates with a Master’s degree and relevant experience.
- 2-4 years of experience in clinical genomics or related fields (including postdoctoral appointments)
- Thorough understanding of the American College of Medical Genetics (ACMG) variant curation guidelines.
- Knowledge of genomic variation and its correlation with human disease.
- Expertise in concepts of clinical medicine, genetics, genomics, or molecular biology.
- Experience in data quality assessment and communicating genetic details effectively.
- Excellence in reading/writing medical language.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Nice To Haves
- MB(ASCP) certification
- Experience in bioinformatics analysis, variant effect prediction algorithms, and scripting languages
Responsibilities
- Curation of variants, genes, and gene-disease correlation following ACMG guidelines (50%)
- Analyzing clinical genomics data, selecting variants for curation/confirmation, variant nomenclature following HGVS guidelines (30%)
- May involve clinical report drafting, test validation, process refinement, presenting findings, monitoring test turnaround time (20%)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
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