Posted 27 May, 2026

Job Id: 628001

Clinical Genomics Scientist 2 (Remote)


Location: San Diego, CA
Category: Scientific
Salary: Apply for details
Country: United States
Employment: Contract
Worksite: On-Site
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Job Description

Target PR Range: 43.50-54.25/hr DOE

Responsibilities

Analysis of Clinical Whole Genome Sequencing Data in a CLIA-certified, CAP-accredited clinical laboratory setting:

  • Conduct all aspects of case analysis, interpretation and reporting for two clinical whole genome sequencing tests (TruGenome Undiagnosed Disease Test and the TruGenome Cardiovascular Disease test), including medical notes review/phenotyping, variant analysis and triaging, gene and variant curation, synthesizing and contextualizing results with respect to the patient being tested, drafting language to appear on the clinical report.
  • Problem-solving and strategizing for assessment of analytical and clinical characteristics of genetic variants
  • Analysis of clinical literature and application to patient case

Requirements

Proficient in applying ACMG / AMP guidelines for interpretation and reporting for single nucleotide variants (SNVs), small insertions and deletions and mitochondrial DNA SNVs

Proficient in applying the ACMG / ClinGen standards for interpretation and reporting of copy number variants (CNVs)

Proficient in applying modifications to variant curation process as applicable and as suggested by the ClinGen Sequence Variant Interpretation Working Group and the ClinGen Variant Curation Expert Panels

Strong understanding of clinical applications of genetic information

Strong understanding of genotype-phenotype relationships

Ability to analyze medical and scientific literature

Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills

Basic understanding of statistical analyses

Superior written and verbal communication skills

Basic understanding of bioinformatics approaches to clinical genome analysis

Highly motivated, accurate and detail oriented with the proven ability to think innovatively toward solving problems effectively and efficiently

Demonstrated experience in evaluating scientific papers, translation of genetic information and applying genetic analysis

Ability to manage case load and deliver in a time-sensitive manner

Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet aggressive deadlines and handle multiple activities simultaneously

Education and Experience
Requires an Advanced Degree in a Biological Sciences field or Masters Degree and at least 2 years experience in a clinical laboratory setting

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