[Hiring] Molecular Geneticist @Caris Life Sciences

Role Description

The Molecular Geneticist position is directly responsible for developing and using genetics and molecular biology techniques to identify potentially targetable alterations in tumors, and to examine inherited conditions such as cancer predisposition syndromes and other heritable conditions (e.g., drug metabolizers). The candidate will join a team of molecular scientists and directors in our oncology-focused molecular genetics laboratory in Phoenix, Arizona. The laboratory is a state-of-the-art, high throughput molecular genetics testing facility that interacts closely with pathology and oncology services, serving a large clinical user base (over 6000 different referral physicians, mostly oncologists, mainly in the US but also throughout the world).

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluating genomic profiles of solid tumor tissue and liquid specimens (NGS based).
• Evaluating genomic profiles from bone marrow specimens for myeloid neoplasms.
• Overseeing and developing assays, from RNA and DNA.
• Writing supplements to the standard reports for clinicians, and advising them on investigation strategies, as needed.
• Interpreting the results of routine and esoteric molecular tests carried out by molecular technologists.
• Developing and devising new testing strategies, primarily in oncology, but other fields as needed.
• Working closely with the IT department in maintaining and continuously improving the clinical database of genomic information (in-house and publicly/privately available).
• Overseeing CLIA/CAP/ASCO-level validation of new molecular assays.
• Training and teaching staff, colleagues, and other health care professionals.
• Supervising the work of molecular technologists and junior staff.
• Maintaining and interpreting quality control and quality assurance data.
• Continually updating professional skills and knowledge by following the most recent scientific literature and attending training courses and conferences and participating in publication and research activities of the Company.

Qualifications

• Requires a PhD in Genetics or a related field.
• ABMG certification or Active Candidate Status in Clinical Molecular Genetics.
• Must have a broad understanding of Molecular genetics and the latest research developments in Genomics as it pertains to oncology and related tools and techniques.

Requirements

• Experience in laboratory operations and management is preferred, but not necessary.
• New York State Certificate of Qualification (CoQ) in molecular oncology and genetic testing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a group to analyze complex data.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Projects a professional disposition, excellent work ethic, and positive attitude.
• Commitment to the successful achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with and help other members of the team.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to be sedentary and look at a computer screen for long periods of time.

Training

• All job-specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this position.

Other

• This position requires periodic travel and some evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

Conditions of Employment

• Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check (applicable for certain positions), and reference verification.