Clinical Genomic Scientist II – WGS Analysis

Baylor Genetics

Clinical Genomics Scientist analyzing genetics data and curating variants for clinical reports. Collaborating with lab directors and R&D in validating technologies and software platforms.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical genomics, including variant curation and analysis, while adhering to ACMG guidelines. Proficient in communicating complex genetic information and drafting clinical reports effectively.

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PhD Or MD In Clinical MedicineVariant Curation ExperienceACMG Variant Curation GuidelinesBioinformatics AnalysisMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Variant CurationClinical Genomics Data AnalysisGene-Disease CorrelationVariant NomenclatureData Quality AssessmentScripting LanguagesVariant Effect Prediction Algorithms

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationMedical Language Proficiency

Certifications & Qualifications

MB(ASCP) Certification

Industry Keywords

Genomic VariationMolecular BiologyGeneticsClinical ReportsTest Validation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Clinical Genomics Scientist II analyzes clinical genetics data, curates variants and genes, and summarizes findings for clinical reports.
Assist laboratory directors and R&D with validation of cutting-edge technologies and software platforms.
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 and task delegation.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Required PhD or MD in clinical medicine, genetics, molecular biology or equivalent.
2-4 years of variant curation experience.
Preferred MB(ASCP) certification.
Familiarity with 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 and writing medical language.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Desired: experience in bioinformatics analysis, variant effect prediction algorithms, and scripting languages.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer