Clinical Genetics Director – MEA (m/f/d)

CENTOGENE GmbH; Dubai; On-site; AED 367,000 - 551,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading genetics company is seeking a Clinical Genetics Laboratory Leader responsible for overseeing genomic data interpretation and mentoring a multidisciplinary team. This role requires a minimum of 5 years in a clinical genetics laboratory and board certification in clinical molecular genetics. Candidates will drive compliance with regulatory standards and contribute to the development of new genetic assays.

Benefits

Individual training support

Multicultural international career

Regular company events

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in a clinical genetics laboratory including leadership roles.
• Proven track record of leading teams.
• Extensive knowledge of NGS-based testing and genetic disease mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert review of genetic test results, ensuring compliance with CAP/CLIA and other relevant regulatory standards.
• Lead the clinical interpretation of genomic data and oversee variant classification.
• Supervise and mentor a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data Analysis

NGS-based testing

Education

University degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Genetics, Pharmacy, or related field

Board certification in clinical molecular genetics and/or clinical cytogenetics

Tools

Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)

Job description

Your Responsibilities

• Provide expert review of genetic test results, ensuring compliance with CAP/CLIA and other relevant regulatory standards.
• Lead the clinical interpretation of genomic data, including sequence variants and copy number variants, and oversee variant classification following ACMG/AMP guidelines.
• Supervise and mentor a multidisciplinary team including clinical laboratory geneticists, scientists, genetic counsellors and lab technicians.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) according to the company policies.
• Collaborate with R&D teams to design and validate new genetic assays and panels for clinical use.
• Consult with referring clinicians to discuss complex cases and support clinical decision-making.
• Participate in internal review boards, quality assurance initiatives, and laboratory accreditation processes.
• Monitor scientific and regulatory developments in genetics and implement best practices in the laboratory.
• Contribute to publications, conferences, and professional development activities to maintain and enhance expertise.

Your profile

Professional Experience

• Minimum of 5 years in a clinical genetics laboratory including leadership roles.
• Proven track record of leading teams.
• Extensive knowledge of NGS-based testing, variant interpretation frameworks, and genetic disease mechanisms
• Proven experience with CAP/CLIA or equivalent regulatory environments.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work across disciplines.

Core Competencies

• Proactive leadership with a results-oriented mindset and ability to inspire high-performing teams.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Strategic business acumen with strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
• Proficiency in CRM platforms and commercial analytics tools.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with rare and neurodegenerative diseases, oncology, or prenatal genetics.
• Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and genomic databases.
• Publication record or participation in professional genetics societies.

Educational Background

• University degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Genetics, Pharmacy, or a related field.
• Board certification (e.g., American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics - ABMGG) or equivalent certification in clinical molecular genetics and/or clinical cytogenetics.
• Fluent in English.
• Willingness to travel regularly across the region, and occasionally to international meetings or European conferences.

Why us?

• Talents are individually supported by internal and external trainings
• An international career in a multicultural environment
• Regular company events form us as one team