Associate Genomic Analyst

The Associate Genomic Analyst performs an independent role in the genomic analysis of clinical DNA specimens for the purpose of diagnosing genetic disease, using manual and automated methods in a team environment, following established policies and procedures in a professional manner.

Available Shifts: 
Wed-Sat (4 - 10s) 11:30am-10pm Eastern or Tues-Sat 1:30-10pm Eastern

Note: Training for both positions will be M-F 9-5:30 Eastern for 4-6mo (depending on training)

Job Summary

1. Learns and consistently follows the approved standard operating procedures for performing data analysis and case management, communicating with technical and non-technical staff, and record-keeping.
2. Follows established procedures on routine work and may require assistance; requires instructions on new assignments or scenarios.
3. Applies acquired job skills and company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
4. Works on cases that are semi- routine in nature but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from typical scenarios and seeks guidance as needed.
5. Always is able to document that proficiency testing is performed in the same manner as patient testing.
6. Meets or exceeds target workload with high accuracy and attention to detail.
7. Specific tasks for this job in this section may include the following:

a. Case Analysis – Efficiently analyzes all generated genomic data (ABI, NG, Exon Array, MLPA, qPCR, Chromosomal Microarray, etc.) and completes all analysis related steps according to standard procedures. Performs at a consistent level of analysis by completing a reasonable number of analysis steps with minimal errors. Reliably identifies variants meeting confirmation criteria and sends them for confirmation using appropriate methods, as applicable. Identifies novel situations and seeks prompt and appropriate advice on how to proceed. Makes sure all relevant aspects of a case are complete and either sends them for variant curation or logs them out, as appropriate. Documents all errors and non-conforming events. Contributes to ongoing process improvement.
b. Case Management – Efficiently prioritizes case analysis and all related aspects in order to move cases through analysis as seamlessly as possible. Interacts with all staff effectively, trying to use proactive communication approaches.
c. Development – Assists P&D, TT&V and Clinical departments in data analysis for new test development as needed.

8. Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies
Mathematical, computer, reasoning, and language skills at the professional level.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education and/or Experience
The employee must have a degree in a medical technology, chemistry, biology, or related life science field, and meet CLIA and New York State personnel standards criteria. For a Bachelor of Science degree, 2 years of relevant work experience in a molecular technology or comparable skills and knowledge is preferred. For a Master of Science degree, relevant experience in coursework or degree related activities are preferred.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.