JOB SUMMARY
The Molecular Genetics Analysis Assistant II performs quality control, reviews
genetic sequencing data to determine variant identity based on HGVS standards,
orders variant confirmations, and monitors the status of clinical cases.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
25%: quality control review of clinical samples and NGS data
50%: analyzing clinical genomics data, including variant identity using HGVS
standards, variant checking in IGV, trinucleotide repeat analysis, and
ordering confirmation testing
25%: case tracking and turnaround time monitoring
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Degree: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Genetics or related field. Desired:
Master’s, PhD, MD, and/or MB(ASCP).
2-4 years of relevant experience
Familiarity with HGVS variant nomenclature standards is required.
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).
Preferred:
Experience in bioinformatics analysis, variant effect prediction algorithms,
and scripting languages
Familiarity with American College of Medical Genetics (ACMG) variant curation
guidelines
Knowledge of genomic variation and its correlation with human disease.
Knowledge of copy number variation (CNV) Concepts.
COMPETENCIES
Attention to Quality
Analytical Thinking
Problem Solving
Technical Proficiency
Interpersonal Effectiveness
Written and Verbal Communication
Collaboration
Organizational Support
Safety Awareness
Reliability
Innovation
Adaptability
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Location: Remote
Frequently required to sit, using screen, keyboard, and mouse.
Punctuality attending virtual meetings
Occasional weekend rotation may be needed (for example, once a month)
EEO STATEMENT
Baylor Genetics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to
fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome and encourage
applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy,
childbirth, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local
law. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact
our Human Resources team.