Genetic Scientist Genomic Scientist

One of the leading Pediatric / Children's hospitals is currently looking for a Genomic Scientist for the UAE location who will analyze clinical genomic data and assess the biological impact of genomic variants focusing on their association with constitutional genetic disorders in a pediatric diagnostic setting. Working within a highly skilled team of molecular technologists, bioinformaticians, genetic counselors, and a Laboratory Director, this role reports directly to the Laboratory Director Genomics.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Genomic Data Analysis:

   • Analyze chromosome microarray results and NGS-based tests (e.g. targeted panel whole exome sequencing).
   • Assess data quality using methods like Sanger sequencing and bioinformatics workflows.

2. Variant Curation:

   • Conduct detailed literature reviews for variant and gene classification.
   • Maintain internal genetic variant databases and adhere to ACMG guidelines.

3. Diagnostics and Reporting:

   • Draft diagnostic reports and support assay validations.
   • Create technical documentation and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

4. Research & Development:

   • Engage in clinical research and assist with new assay validation.
   • Contribute to professional practice development and support staff training.

Professional Development:

• Maintain technical expertise through self-learning and reflective practice.
• Act as a mentor for new staff and participate in quality initiatives.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure precise diagnostics and patient care.
• Foster teamwork, engage families in patient care decisions, and provide clear communication to support informed choices.

Safety and Compliance:

• Advocate for child safety, report risks, and uphold a culture of safety.
• Actively participate in safeguarding strategies and risk mitigation.

This role requires a strong technical background in genomic diagnostics, effective teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centered care in a pediatric setting.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• MS or PhD in molecular biology, biochemistry, human genetics, or related scientific field
• In-depth understanding of the genetic basis of hereditary disorders
• Work experience with commonly used public genomics datasets (1000 genomes, ExAC, gnomAD, OMIM, ClinVar, PharmGKB, etc.)
• Knowledge of literature curation methodologies
• Preferred: Previous laboratory or research experience in a disease area, genetic pathway, or genomic testing technology
• Understanding of bioinformatics tools and workflows used to identify genomic variants from next-generation sequencing data
• Prior experience working in a clinical diagnostic environment is a plus

Certification and Licensure

• Ability to qualify for UAE allied healthcare personnel licensure requirements
• Life Support and Advanced Life Support Training
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) required OR Intermediate Life Support (ILS)

Other Skills

• Positive, enthusiastic, and motivated individual
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Experience documenting in an electronic medical record an asset
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to speak and write English is required
• Arabic language skills (spoken) an asset
• International English Language Test System (IELTS) a minimum score of 6.0 or equivalent. The English Proficiency evidence must be valid and not exceed 2 years.

WORK LOCATION: DUBAI, UAE.