Clinical Genomics Coordinator (Genomics)

TL;DR

Clinical Genomics Coordinator (Genomics): Coordinating clinical genomics resources and supporting variant classification for the Clinical Genome Resource (ClinGen) with an accent on gene-disease validity assessment and expert panel activities. Focus on researching variant significance through literature review and assisting in the development of curation software tools.

Location: Hybrid (Cambridge, MA) — minimum of 2-3 days physically in the office

Salary: $58,000 – $76,667 / yr

Company

hirify.global is a leading research organization dedicated to precision medicine and genomic research.

What you will do

• Support ClinGen curation activities and research the significance of genes and variants through literature and data review.
• Classify variant- and gene-disease associations to build authoritative genomic resources.
• Assist in the development of software tools used for supporting variant and gene curation.
• Help laboratories with data submission to ClinVar and resolve interpretation differences.
• Contribute to the writing of ClinGen research publications.
• Support expert panels, specifically focusing on Congenital Heart Disease.

Requirements

• BA or BS degree in the sciences.
• 2+ years of experience as a Clinical Genomics Assistant or in a related role.
• Must be based in or able to work in Cambridge, MA (Hybrid: 2-3 days in office).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently.
• Ability to interact effectively with an international network of laboratories and disease experts.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement planning with a 401(k) plan, flexible spending, and health savings accounts.
• Generous time off, including at least 13 paid holidays and a winter closure.
• Supportive family policies including parental and family care leave.
• Employee assistance program for overall well-being.