IGM Clinical Genomics Variant Analyst - I
Requisition ID
2024-52650
Category
Research
Overview
The Clinical Genomics Variant Analyst is responsible for accurately identifying and classifying variants detected through the Institute for Genomic Medicine Clinical Laboratory genetic testing platforms. The Variant Analyst will review and document variants following practice guidelines under the direction of the laboratory Directors and Variant Scientists. . The Variant Analyst will assist with new test development and adapt responsibilities as related to changes in the field of genomics.
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Responsibilities
Understands and demonstrates Nationwide Children's Hospital Staff Core Competencies.
Performs technical review of sequencing (Sanger and Next-Generation) and other molecular data.
Demonstrates ability to provide accurate and timely variant assessment, including evaluation of published literature and clinical data to provide accurate, thorough, and thoughtful clinical interpretation of results.
Maintains ongoing knowledge of current theories and principals of human medical genetics, cancer genetics and hereditary cancer disorders.
Assists with research, development, validation, and documentation of new genomic assays.
Thoroughly documents findings, per laboratory standard operating procedures.
Demonstrates self-management skills. Demonstrates the ability to work efficiently and independently, promoting a team environment and maintaining a cooperative and supportive atmosphere.
Demonstrates knowledge of and upholds applicable laws and regulations related to position and clinical laboratories. Maintains knowledge of techniques, procedures, and protocols, lab-wide and within lab section. Reviews and acknowledges procedures as required.
Assists in process development/improvement within the department including participating in quality assurance, continuing education programs, and department meetings.
Demonstrates the discipline-specific technical and computer skills required for the appropriate section of the laboratory. Provides courteous and informative internal and external customer service Treats each patient/family as a top priority Takes responsibility to resolve customer's concerns
Assures that the customer's expectation drives behaviors Continuously improves the quality of the services offered Ensures turnaround times are meet with quality results
Aspires to the NCH Vision o Be
