Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GeneDx delivers personalized and actionable health insights to inform diagnosis and improve drug discovery. The Assistant Clinical Analyst I provides foundational support in the review and qualification of genetic variants identified through exome and genome sequencing, focusing on building clinical analysis skills and assisting with case reviews under supervision.
Responsibilities
- Supports clinical data review and case preparation under supervision to ensure accurate interpretation of genetic findings
- Learns to apply guided workflows for phenotype-genotype correlation and review of clinical features using standardized resources
- Assists with variant classification by gathering evidence and performing preliminary literature searches
- Prepares documentation and updates internal databases; assists with report editing and routine administrative tasks
- Participates in team discussions and training sessions to build competency in clinical analysis and case management
- Engages in continuing education and professional development activities
- Consistently meets or exceeds performance benchmarks
- May abstract clinical information from patient records
- Meets or exceeds productivity and error standards as assigned by team lead
- Performs other duties as assigned to support the team or department
Skills
- Master's degree from an accredited genetic counseling program; alternatively, a Master's or PhD in Biology, Genetics, Biotechnology, or a related field with relevant clinical experience, or an MD/DO with demonstrated expertise in human genetics
- Proven ability to work independently and cross-functionally, with excellent verbal and written communication skills and high proficiency in internal systems and Microsoft Office 365 applications
- Demonstrated professional-level proficiency in mathematical reasoning, computer literacy, and language-based communication
- For Genetic Counselors: Board-eligible status or active certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling
- Licensure is required in the state where the employee works, if applicable; additional state licenses may be requested based on organizational needs
- Prior clinical or laboratory experience preferred but not required
- Prior experience with variant curation is preferred but not required
- Foundational knowledge about Clinical Analysis is preferred but not required
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