Curates variants, genes, and gene-disease correlations using ACMG guidelines; analyzes clinical genomics data; applies HGVS nomenclature; selects variants for confirmation; drafts clinical reports; supports test validation, quality assurance, workflow refinement, and laboratory collaboration. The role may also present findings, monitor turnaround times, mentor colleagues, and contribute to genomic analysis platform improvements.
Job Description
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)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Frequently required to sit.
Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
Frequently required to talk or hear.
EEO Statement:
Baylor Genetics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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