Variant Scientist (Research Data Analyst 4)

MedStar Health; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health provider is looking for a Variant Scientist to join their team in Los Angeles. This role involves analyzing somatic variants in hematologic malignancies and drafting clinical reports. Candidates should possess strong genomic analysis skills and a relevant advanced degree. The position offers opportunities to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in hematologic cancer somatic variant classification is mandatory.
• Solid understanding of NGS technologies required.
• Ability to work independently with MS Office and other tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret somatic variants from NGS data.
• Draft clinical reports based on molecular findings.
• Communicate complex genomic findings clearly to clinicians.

Skills

Communication

Data Analysis

Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. or M.S. in Human Genetics

Molecular Biology

Cancer Cell Biology

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to join our talented team.

Job Title: Variant Scientist (Research Data Analyst 4)

Location(s): Los Angeles, CA

(Remote)

Overview:

The University Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is seeking a Variant Scientist to support the Molecular Diagnostics Laboratories (MDL) in clinical genomics. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong foundation in somatic variant interpretation for hematologic malignancies and experience in clinical NGS analysis and reporting.

• Analyze and interpret somatic variants from NGS data, focusing on hematological malignancies.


• Curate and classify variants using clinical genomics databases and literature.


• Draft clinical reports based on molecular findings.


• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including molecular biologists, geneticists, pathologists, and bioinformatics engineers.


• Troubleshoot data analysis issues independently.


• Communicate complex genomic findings clearly to clinicians and non-specialists.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Human Genetics, Molecular Biology, Cancer Cell Biology, Molecular Pathology, Genetic Counseling, or related fields.


• Hands-on experience in hematologic cancer somatic variant classification is mandatory.


• Solid understanding of NGS technologies (e.g., target capture, amplification, massively parallel sequencing).


• Excellent communication, writing, and collaborative skills.


• Ability to work independently with platforms like MS Office, Teams, Zoom, VPN, and other Windows-based applications.

Candidate Screening Requirement:

1. Describe your experience working with hematological malignancies and interpreting somatic variants from genetic data.


2. How comfortable are you with analyzing and interpreting genetic data from NGS platforms, particularly in cancer or hematological malignancies?


3. How do you approach curating and classifying somatic variants in a clinical diagnostic setting? What tools or databases do you typically use?


4. Provide an example of a time when you had to communicate complex genetic findings to a non-expert (e.g., clinician, patient)? How did you ensure clarity?


5. Describe a situation where you had to troubleshoot a challenging problem in genetic data analysis. What steps did you take to resolve it?

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.