Clinical Genomic Scientist

Scorpion Therapeutics; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in clinical genomics is seeking a Clinical Genomics Scientist to analyze and curate clinical genetics data. The role involves collaboration with laboratory directors and R&D to validate technologies and summarize findings for clinical reports. Candidates should possess a PhD or MD, with relevant experience in genomics and a strong understanding of ACMG guidelines.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in clinical genomics or related fields.
• Thorough understanding of ACMG variant curation guidelines.
• Knowledge of genomic variation and its correlation with human disease.

Responsibilities

• Curation of variants, genes, and gene-disease correlation.
• Analyzing clinical genomics data and selecting variants.
• May involve clinical report drafting and test validation.

Skills

Analytical

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Oral and Written Communication

Teamwork

Education

PhD or MD in clinical medicine, genetics, molecular biology

Master’s degree with relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

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Summary

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.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Curation (50%): curation of variants, genes, and gene-disease correlation following ACMG guidelines
• Analysis (30%): analyzing clinical genomics data, selecting variants for curation/confirmation, variant nomenclature following HGVS guidelines
• Other (20%): may involve clinical report drafting, test validation, process refinement, presenting findings, monitoring test turnaround time

Qualifications/Experience

• Degree: PhD or MD in clinical medicine, genetics, molecular biology, or equivalent. Or strong candidates with a Master’s degree and relevant experience. Desired: MB(ASCP) certification.
• 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).
• Desired: experience in bioinformatics analysis, variant effect prediction algorithms, and scripting languages

Competencies

• Quality Assurance
• Analytical
• Problem Solving
• Technical Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Oral and Written Communication
• Teamwork
• Organizational Support
• Safety and Security
• Dependability
• Innovation
• Adaptability

Physical Demands And Work Environment

• At your Home Office:
• Frequently required to sit, using screen, keyboard, and mouse.
• Punctuality attending virtual meetings
• Occasional weekend rotation may be needed (for example, once a month)