Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Ambry Genetics is a company specializing in genomic technologies, and they are seeking a Clinical Genomic Scientist II. This role involves interpreting diagnostic test results, reviewing medical literature, and ensuring compliance with variant classification guidelines and reporting protocols.
Responsibilities
- Attend and provide input at trainings regarding reporting protocols applicable to the specific position or specialty
- Leverage awareness of current process and systems to provide suggestions for improvements
- Maintain expertise in clinical and technical aspects relevant to the specific position
- Interpret clinical diagnostic testing results in accordance with established SOPs
- Variant assessment and classification
- Independently draft clear, accurate clinical testing results
- Effective communication and collaboration with team colleagues; ability to regularly provide input and receive feedback in team discussions
- Other duties as assigned
Skills
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Genetics, or related scientific field or MS in Genetic Counseling from an accredited institution or MS in Genetics, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or other similar field of study
- 2+ years of experience in at least one of the following areas: primary genetics literature review, variant classification, genetic evidence summary writing, clinical report drafting, or sequencing result analysis
- Thorough and ongoing knowledge of current theories and principles of human genetics
- Ability to understand and evaluate genetic data and literature
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Enthusiasm and ability to work in and contribute to a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment
- Familiarity with diagnostic testing methodologies, including next-generation and Sanger sequencing, microarray, and MLPA
- Maintain expertise in clinical and technical aspects related to the specific position and communicate with other internal departments to resolve/ escalate issues as appropriate
- Must possess strong working knowledge of human genetics and diagnostic genetic testing concept
Company Overview
Ambry leads in clinical genetic diagnostics and genetics software solutions. It was founded in 1999, and is headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.ambrygen.com/.Company H1B Sponsorship
Ambry Genetics has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2026, 4 in 2025, 2 in 2024, 3 in 2023, 2 in 2022, 6 in 2021, 8 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.