Genomic Lab Variant Analyst - Molecular Biology

Position: Genomic Lab Variant Analyst - Molecular Biology Full-Time Days
The salary range for this position is $44.88 - $60.58 (Hourly Rate)

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located .org/benefits to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Benefits:

* $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
* $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
* $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
* $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)

* Matching 401(k)

* Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage

* Life insurance

* Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus

* Paid time off and Holiday pay

Description

The Genomic Lab Variant Analyst reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Genomic Lab Variant Analyst performs data analysis in a clinical laboratory and assists the laboratory physicians convey the results to the physician or designee in an accurate and timely manner for the purpose of patient diagnosis and treatment.

Responsibilities:

Technical:

* Performs interpretation of genetic sequence variation identified through diagnostic clinical genetic testing, mainly pertaining to gene panels and exome analysis performed by Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)

* Uses in-house developed NGS analysis software to analyze and interpret genetic variation in Oncology testing and patients with rare diseases

* Presents results and progress at sign out meetings

* Evaluates relevance of genes to human disease and is able to classify variants based on Association of Molecular Pathology (AMP) tiering guidelines.

* Supports activities of the molecular diagnostic lab pertaining to new test and technology development

* Participates in the drafting of clinical molecular diagnostic reports if and when required

* Participates in education and mentorship of other analysis staff and collaborators through direct interaction and presentations

* Assists in preparation of manuscripts and presents at local or national professional conferences

* Participates in collaborations with other clinical or research laboratories

* Trains laboratory personnel as it relates to variant analyses.

* Leads the contributions to scientific writing and publications, including protocols and grants

* Performs other related work as needed

* Recognizes when fraud and abuse compliance issues require adjustments to the test order

* Performs all aspects of post-analytical testing appropriate for the specific laboratory section, following established written protocols and standard operating procedures (SOP)

* Maintains test system integrity:

* Performs and records all necessary quality control (QC) required for test system performance.

* Evaluates QC results and takes necessary corrective actions according to established protocol.

* Performs analysis:

* Prioritizes analysis based on assignment or established priorities, completes analysis within defined turn-around-times (TAT).

* Recognizes the need for and follows-up any specific protocols

* Responds effectively to changes in the workflow by coordinating a simultaneous series of analysis when needed or adjusting work to incorporate STAT analysis or fluctuations in work volume.

* Monitors daily workflow and priorities to assure meeting service levels.

* Performs technical review and interpretation:

* Reviews results for completeness, correctness, and consistency within defined analytic…