Anatomical Pathology

HealthMatch BC; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified Genomic Analyst to join their team at a leading children's hospital. This temporary full-time role involves working collaboratively to provide timely and accurate diagnostic results in the field of human genetics. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Human Genetics or a related field and experience in next-generation sequencing analysis. You will support the validation of bioinformatic pipelines and help classify genetic variants, contributing to the diagnosis of inherited diseases. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in pediatric healthcare while working in one of the world's most beautiful cities.

Qualifications

• PhD in Human Genetics or equivalent field required.
• 2 years post-doctoral experience in NGS analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support validation of clinical NGS bioinformatic pipelines.
• Collaborate with diverse teams to provide accurate diagnostic results.

Skills

NGS analysis

Bioinformatics tools

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

PhD in Human Genetics

Post-doctoral experience

Tools

Genomic sequencing software

Bioinformatics databases

Job description

Current College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) License Full Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) Mandatory Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) Mandatory

Role and Facility Information

Genomic Analyst
Division of Genome Diagnostics
Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
BC Children’s & BC Women’s Hospitals
Vancouver, BC

Temporary Full-Time Opportunity
Anticipated Term: September 2024 - September 2025

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine’s Division of Genome Diagnostics at the BC Children’s and BC Women’s Hospitals is seeking a qualified and highly motivated Genomic Analyst to join the team.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a diverse team that includes the Division Head and medical and technologist staff to provide timely and accurate diagnostic test results. Your role will be to support the ongoing validation and verification of clinical next generation sequencing (NGS) bioinformatic pipeline(s), and support the prioritization and classification of genetic variants.

Qualifications

1. A PhD in Human Genetics, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Molecular Biology or equivalent field.
2. Two (2) years of post-doctoral or equivalent experience in NGS analysis and variant assessment in the field of human genetic disease.
3. Demonstrated expertise utilizing and applying bioinformatic tools, with in-depth knowledge of the databases and processes required to prioritize and interpret genetic variants.
4. Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work with individuals at all levels throughout the organization.
5. Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines/quotas and juggle multiple projects/tasks.
6. Demonstrated ability to anticipate and respond to the needs of stakeholders.
7. Preference will be given to those with experience in clinical computational infrastructure and NGS analysis, including demonstrated ability to develop, maintain, and adhere to standard operating procedures, quality control and quality assurance services.

The start date of the position is anticipated to be September 1, 2024.

Contact
To apply for this rewarding career development opportunity, please forward a letter of application outlining your areas of interest, a copy of your current CV, and the names and contact information of three references.

Applications will be accepted until August 18, 2024 or the position is filled.

About Provincial Health Services Authority

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at BC Children's and BC Women's Hospitals provides laboratory and pathology diagnostic care to BC’s perinatal women, infants, and children, including those with the most acute and complex conditions.

The Division of Genome Diagnostics is responsible for providing academic pediatric, adult, and maternal-fetal medicine care for the province of B.C. in conjunction with the other departmental provincial services, the division is primarily focused on the diagnosis of inherited disease using genetic and genomic approaches, including genome-wide sequencing.

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia.

BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre (BCW) is dedicated to improving the health of women, newborns and families through a comprehensive range of services, research and education.

BCCH and BCW are programs of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) which plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province.

PHSA is committed to employment equity and hires on the basis of merit, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity.

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Live and work in BC

The world-class city of Vancouver is situated in the southwest corner of British Columbia, surrounded by mountains and ocean vistas. With a population of two million, Vancouver is Canada’s third largest city and is frequently honoured as one of the best places to live in the world.