Scientific Lead - Genomics

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment.
The successful candidate will be working at one of our major site offices in Brampton (100 Parkshore Drive) or Toronto (67 College Street), and will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time.

This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

Job category: Supervisory and management
Job posting : 8169

​Employment status: Regular full-time
Classification: Medical
Salary/Rate of pay: $ - $.
Please note, If you are a physician, provincial medical rates will apply.

Final date to receive applications: Will remain open until filled.

Application requirements:

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the .

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About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular full-time Scientific Lead – Geonomics to join our dynamic Innovation division
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In this role, you will provide clinically relevant direction and advice on all medical and technical services, policies and procedures in support of genomic testing, including all regulatory requirements. Close collaboration will be required with the Director, Testing Operations and the Medical Director, Laboratories. You will be expected to collaborate with the larger medical community at Canadian Blood Services.

In collaboration with the Medical Director Laboratory Services, the Director Testing, and under the guidance of the Chief Science Officer, you will co-lead the development of an ever-greening multi-year strategy and roadmap for the genomic testing of blood with regards to genes that affect transfusion biology and cellular therapies for both patients and donors. This includes but is not limited to, current technologies and gaps in the current state, assessment of NGS for patient testing, assessment of microarrays and or NGS for donor red cell and platelet testing.

Working with the Chief Science Officer, you will be responsible for both the long-term future vision and interim solutions required as we evolve our capabilities. You will identify the need for resources, medical, scientific and technologic as these capabilities evolve, while staying cognizant of feasibility and practical implementation priorities. You will also be responsible for overseeing research initiatives and ensuring the successful implementation of genomics technologies.

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