Senior Director of Translational Genetics

GeneDx; United States; Remote; USD 220,000 - 276,000; Full time

Job summary

GeneDx is seeking a Senior Director of Translational Genetics to lead efforts connecting genetic research to clinical practice. The successful candidate will mentor a team, develop strategies to enhance diagnostic capabilities for rare diseases, and apply cutting-edge bioinformatics in patient care.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industry experience in computational biology, genome analysis.
• Extensive experience in translational genetics research.
• Proficiency in genetic analysis tools and managerial skills.

Responsibilities

• Mentor team and develop algorithms for DNA analysis.
• Implement strategic roadmap for increasing diagnostic rates.
• Guide development of data modeling approaches.

Skills

Leadership

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in Genetics, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics or related field

Tools

Python

R

Bioinformatics software

Job description

GeneDx (Nasdaq: WGS) delivers personalized and actionable health insights to inform diagnosis, direct treatment, and improve drug discovery. The company is uniquely positioned to accelerate the use of genomic and large-scale clinical information to enable precision medicine as the standard of care. GeneDx is at the forefront of transforming healthcare through its industry-leading exome and genome testing and interpretation services, fueled by the world’s largest, rare disease data sets. For more information, please visit www.genedx.com.

The mission of the Innovation Lab is to increase the diagnostic yield of our exome and genome products and reduce the time to diagnosis for patients with undiagnosed hereditary disease. Our vision is to deliver personalized and actionable health insights to every person who orders a genetic test from GeneDx. Achievement of our goals will require a culture of innovation, where creativity, experimentation, and the pursuit of new ideas are encouraged and embraced. Individuals are empowered to think critically, take risks, and challenge the status quo, to generate breakthrough solutions and drive positive change.

Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated, collaborative, and adaptable Senior Director of Translational Genetics to lead translational research efforts that bridge the gap between genetic discoveries and the diagnosis of rare disease. The ideal candidate will bring scientific leadership, prior industry experience, and proficiency working with high-dimensional, multi-modal biological datasets for the diagnosis of genetic diseases. This role is pivotal in driving the translation of genetic and genomic research into practical whole genome sequencing applications, making a significant impact on patient care and personalized medicine.

Job Responsibilities:

• Help grow and mentor a team to develop infrastructure and new algorithms for analyzing and interpreting DNA, RNA and proteomic data.
• Formulate and implement a strategic roadmap for increasing diagnostic rates of genetic testing for rare diseases through acquisition, analysis and modeling of multi-omic data.
• Guide the development of data modeling approaches and algorithms to learn from 800,000+ exomes and genomes; apply these learnings to guide improvements in genome interpretation and continuous reclassification of variants.
• Develop and implement strategies to translate ongoing genetic research into clinical practice, through increased rates of genetic diagnosis and improved understanding of therapeutic options for rare disease.
• Develop and deploy novel methods, tools and approaches for identifying new relationships between genes and diseases.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including researchers from various fields to design experiments and develop multi-omics research questions.
• Ensure regulatory compliance for bioinformatics technology development and operations.

People Manager:

• Yes

Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Genetics, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of postdoctoral or industry experience in computational biology, genome analysis and research.
• Extensive experience in translational genetics research, with a strong background in clinical applications for genetic testing.
• Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R).
• Proficiency in genetic analysis tools, bioinformatics software, and data management.
• Proven ability to lead a diverse, cross-functional team of geneticists, data scientists, computational biologists and software developers for the delivery of new genomic interpretation tools and algorithms.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with stakeholders and presenting findings.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: N/A

• None

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.

Work Environment:

• Fully remote.

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Pay Transparency, Budgeted Range

$220,396—$275,495 USD

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Science - Minded, Patient - Focused.

At GeneDx, we create, follow, and are informed by cutting-edge science. With over 20 years of expertise in diagnosing rare disorders and diseases, and pioneering work in the identification of new disease-causing genes, our commitment to genetic disease detection, discovery, and diagnosis is based on sound science and is focused on enhancing patient care.

Experts in what matters most.

With hundreds of genetic counselors, MD/PhD scientists, and clinical and molecular genomics specialists on staff, we are the industry’s genetic testing experts and proud of it. We share the same goal as healthcare providers, patients, and families: to provide clear, accurate, and meaningful answers we all can trust.

SEQUENCING HAS THE POWER TO SOLVE DIAGNOSTIC CHALLENGES.

From sequencing to reporting and beyond, our technical and clinical experts are providing guidance every step of the way:

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

• High-quality testing:Our laboratory is CLIA certified and CAP accredited and most of our tests are also New York State approved.
• Advanced detection:By interrogating genes for complex variants, we can identify the underlying causes of conditions that may otherwise be missed.

CLINICAL EXPERTISE

• Thorough analysis:We classify variants according to our custom adaptation of the most recent guidelines. We then leverage our rich internal database for additional interpretation evidence.
• Customized care:Our experts review all test results and write reports in a clear, concise, and personalized way. We also include information for research studies in specific clinical situations.
• Impactful discovery:Our researchers continue working to find answers even after testing is complete. Through both internal research efforts and global collaborations, we have identified and published hundreds of new disease-gene relationships and developed novel tools for genomic data analysis. These efforts ultimately deliver more diagnostic findings to individuals.

Learn more About Us here.

Our Culture

At GeneDx, we are dedicated to cultivating an environment where creativity and innovation thrive. We believe in the power of community and collaboration, where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every voice contributes to our shared success. Our team is a vibrant mix of professionals who challenge and support each other in equal measure, fostering growth both personally and professionally. When you join us, you're not just taking on a job—you're joining a movement. A movement that champions curiosity, embraces change, and believes in making an impact, one patient at a time. Cultural principles we live by:

• Be bold in our vision & brave in our execution.
• Communicate directly, with empathy.
• Do what we say we're going to do.
• Be adaptable to change.
• Operate with a bias for action.

Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Discounts
• Voluntary benefits

GeneDx is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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