Summary:
Baylor Genetics, one of the world leaders in clinical molecular genetics, is excited to announce an opening in the Clinical Genomics Interpretation (CGI) division. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of clinical genetics, familiarity with reviewing clinical notes, and ability to interpret a pedigree.As part of the WGS Clinical Indication Team, the “Clinical Genomic Scientist” reviews clinical notes and converts patient phenotypes into Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO) terminology, records prior genetic testing history, interprets family history from pedigrees, and confirms consent answers from test requisition forms.The Clinical Genomic Scientist position is a remote work opportunity, with daily huddles, clear objectives, and flexible scheduling.
Come join our team from the comfort of your home office!
Duties and Responsibilities on the WGS Clinical Indication Team:
- 80 to 100%: Reviewing test requisition forms and clinical notes, extracting clinical information into structured data, such as HPO terms
- Up to 20%: As needed, opportunities for cross-training in WGS variant curations or WGS report writing may become available
Qualifications
- Degree: Master’s in Genetic Counseling, MD/PhD with a background in clinical genetics
- Preferred: Master’s in Genetic Counseling
Experience:
- Expertise in concepts of clinical medicine, genetics, genomics, and molecular biology.
- Experience in communicating genetic details effectively.
- Excellence in reading/writing medical language.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Desired: Experience in genetic counseling, familiarity reviewing clinical notes and medical writing.
- Desired: Familiarity with American College of Medical Genetics (ACMG) variant curation guidelines.
- Desired: Knowledge of genomic variation and its correlation with human disease.
Rank: Clinical Genomic Scientist – Clinical Indication I
- Degree: Masters in Genetic Counseling, MD, or PhD in clinical medicine, genetics, molecular biology, or equivalent.
- 0-1 years of experience with Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO)-related work and/or clinical experience.
Rank: Clinical Genomic Scientist – Clinical Indication II
- Degree: Masters in Genetic Counseling, MD, or PhD in clinical medicine, genetics, molecular biology, or equivalent.
- 2-4 years of experience with Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO)-related work and/or clinical experience.
Rank: Clinical Genomic Scientist – Clinical Indication III
- Degree: Masters in Genetic Counseling, MD, or PhD in clinical medicine, genetics, molecular biology, or equivalent.
- 4-6 years of experience with Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO)-related work and/or clinical experience.
- Thorough understanding of American College of Medical Genetics (ACMG) variant curation guidelines.
- Track record of high quality and leading projects toward goals
Rank: Clinical Genomic Scientist – Clinical Indication – Senior
- Degree: Masters in Genetic Counseling, MD, or PhD in clinical medicine, genetics, molecular biology, or equivalent.
- 4-6 years of experience with Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO)-related work and/or clinical experience.
- Thorough understanding of American College of Medical Genetics (ACMG) variant curation guidelines.
- Track record of high quality, leading projects toward goals, training coworkers, demonstration of workflow process improvement
Competencies:
Quality Assurance, Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills, 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)
