Clinical Genomic Variant Scientist – Israel

About the job

Clinical Genomic Variant Scientist

Variantyx provides cutting-edge diagnostic tools coupled with cross company teamwork to foster a meaningful and exciting career applying genomic medicine to diagnose patients with rare disease. For more than 7 years Variantyx has established itself as the industry leader in clinical genomic sequencing and interpretation as the first diagnostic lab to provide a comprehensive clinically validated whole genome test that includes structural variation, short tandem repeats, and large and small chromosomal abnormalities from a single base to the whole chromosome.

Position Summary

As a Clinical Variant Scientist located in the US or Israel, you will be responsible for the interpretation and analysis of genetic variants that are identified by our Genomic Intelligence® platform.

Responsibilities:

Your duties will include interpreting sequence variants in the context of genetic disorders, curating medical and molecular literature, and compiling clinical draft reports.

Requirements:

Process and classify variants in accordance with company SOPs
Consult with the Laboratory Directors, Genetic Counselors or Technical team members regarding variant assessment
Communicate with customers and peers within the company
Provide feedback for product enhancement

Testing Personnel:

A person competent to record and report test results promptly, accurately, and proficiently, and for assuring compliance with applicable regulations.

Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a PhD in Molecular Biology or Genetics, or alternatively, an MSc/MS in Genetic Counseling, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or Bioinformatics. Candidates with a BS/BSc in a relevant field will also be considered if accompanied by a minimum of 2 years of experience in variant analysis and interpretation.
At least 5 years’ experience working in a clinical diagnostic genetic lab using NGS testing and ACMG variant scoring.
Experience with NGS analysis is required