[Hiring] Molecular Clinical Scientist @CHEO

Role Description

CHEO hosts several provincial and federal programs including Newborn Screening Ontario (NSO). NSO provides a comprehensive program of analysis, follow-up, education, research and development, ensuring that every newborn receives the highest quality screening and care. At NSO, we are leaders in screening through research, development, education, and innovation. The multidisciplinary team at NSO comprises dedicated clinical, laboratory, management, and administrative staff.

We are seeking a temporary casual clinical scientist within the molecular laboratory. The position is remote.

Main Responsibilities

• Interpretation and reporting of data from the molecular laboratory of Newborn Screening Ontario.
• Collaboration with molecular laboratory leadership to foster a positive and productive working environment.
• Evaluation of variants identified on molecular diagnostic testing and/or through newborn screening.
• Review and/or draft diagnostic and screening reports in collaboration with clinical content specialists.
• Working with other clinical scientists and the Laboratory Director to identify errors, problems, or areas for workflow improvement or enhancement in the molecular diagnostic or screening pathways.
• Maintaining the flow of diagnostic and screening volumes to prevent service delays.
• Participating in quality assurance and proficiency activities.
• Participate in periodic review of newborn screens including assay performance, disorder logic, and follow-up/diagnostic practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A PhD (or MD) scientist with certification or eligibility for certification by the Canadian College of Medical Genetics (or equivalent) in Molecular Genetics or Genetic and Genomic Diagnostics (essential).
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in the genetic laboratory screening and diagnosis of pediatric disease (essential).
• Excellent data analytic skills, including experience in statistical analyses and programming and interpreting custom reports, scripts, and algorithms (preferred).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (essential).
• Criminal Record Check (Level 1) (essential).
• Bilingualism (French/English) (preferred).

Requirements

• Timeline may be extended or shortened based on operational needs.
• Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.
• Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.

Benefits

• CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
• We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.