Clinical Genomic Scientist – Curation

Baylor Genetics

. Analyze clinical genetics data .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical genetics and variant curation, applying ACMG guidelines and data quality assessment principles. Proficient in analyzing genomic data and effectively communicating findings in clinical reports.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PhD Or MD In Clinical MedicineVariant Curation ExperienceACMG Variant Interpretation ExpertiseData Quality AssessmentClinical Genetics Report Writing

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Hard Skills

Genomic Variation KnowledgeNGS Data AnalysisSanger Sequencing AnalysisMetabolomics AnalysisChromosomal Microarray AnalysisHGVS Nomenclature ApplicationLiterature Review ExpertiseEvidence EvaluationACMG Guidelines FamiliarityCAP/CLIA Quality Standards Knowledge

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCollaboration SkillsPrioritization Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcelWordPowerPointOutlookClinVarOMIMGnomADHGMD

Industry Keywords

Clinical GenomicsVariant CurationACMG GuidelinesGenetic CounselingData Quality Principles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze clinical genetics data
Curate variants, genes, and gene-disease correlations following ACMG guidelines using internal datasets, online resources, and published literature
Analyze NGS, Sanger sequencing, metabolomics, and chromosomal microarray data
Select variants for curation or confirmation and apply HGVS nomenclature
Draft clinical reports for review
Document data-quality findings, variant evidence, source references, discrepancy resolution, and confirmation or repeat-analysis decisions
Escalate unexpected, discrepant, incomplete, or technically limited cases to qualified supervisory or clinical personnel
Support test validation and process refinement
Present findings at meetings
Maintain knowledge of genomic variation and its relationship to human disease
Apply data quality assessment principles
Monitor test turnaround time and delegate tasks as needed
Adhere to the Baylor Genetics Compliance Program Code of Conduct
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD or MD in clinical medicine, genetics, molecular biology, or equivalent; strong candidates with a Master’s degree and relevant experience, such as genetic counseling, will be considered
0–2 years relevant experience in variant curation or clinical genomics; new graduate with Ph.D./M.D. or Master's with appropriate experience acceptable
Familiarity with American College of Medical Genetics (ACMG) variant curation guidelines
Knowledge of genomic variation and its correlation with human disease
Expertise in clinical medicine, genetics, genomics, or molecular biology
Experience in data quality assessment and communicating genetic details effectively
Excellence in reading and writing medical language
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Expertise in ACMG/AMP variant interpretation
Clinical genetics and report writing experience
Literature review and evidence evaluation expertise
Familiarity with NGS workflows and sequencing data
Experience with ClinVar, OMIM, gnomAD, and HGMD
Knowledge of CAP/CLIA quality standards
Strong organizational, data quality, and prioritization skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work with daily huddles, clear objectives, and flexible scheduling
Occasional weekend rotation may be needed (for example, once a month)
Equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace
Application-process accommodation support