Clinical Research Scientist I (REMOTE, USA)

Compensation:  $110,000-$120,000 per year. You are eligible to a Short-Term Incentive with the target at 7.5% of your annual earnings, terms and conditions apply. 

Clinical Research Scientist I – Remote

 As stewards of a vast data- and knowledge-base, Ambry believes in leading and participating in research projects with a goal of improving the field of genetics and the lives of the patients we serve. The successful Clinical Research Scientist’s main role in fulfilling this goal is to conduct and facilitate research projects that are both self-initiated and driven as well to support collaborations in partnership with members of other Ambry scientific departments and with external collaborators who use Ambry data and expertise.

The Clinical Research Scientist I is responsible for supporting Ambry’s strategic research roadmap and elevating our research presence in the greater genetics community. With guidance from managers, the Clinical Research Scientist I is expected to ideate and execute research projects of their own as well as in collaboration with scientists across Ambry’s clinical teams and with researchers outside of Ambry. The Clinical Research Scientist I will also work closely and cross-functionally with other members of the Clinical Research team, the Clinical Strategy Managers and the Ambry’s Field Teams to identify, vet and prioritize research projects. By using their scientific and research expertise and knowledge of Ambry data they will influence the study design, determine the feasibility and resource requirements, and gauge the value, quality, and appetite for proposed research projects. They will foster relationships with our internal and external collaborators; ensure the responsible use and interpretation of data; and engender accountability for project timelines. The Clinical Research Scientist I is responsible for the progress and quality of the research projects in their research portfolio. The ideal candidate will have enhanced knowledge of clinical genetics, especially in the rare disease space and awareness and/or experience with GeneMatcher Exchange. In addition, a sophisticated ability with applied statistics is highly valued.

Essential Functions:

• Recognize and foster low-complexity, retrospective research projects that support our strategic research road map including projects undertaken in conjunction with internal and external collaborators
• With guidance, evaluate research projects for resource needs, appetite and feasibility
• With guidance, prepare, author, and/or review conference abstracts and presentations, as well as peer-reviewed publications
• Support the collaborative process throughout the duration of each project
• Document the progress of projects in their research portfolio including the completion of research milestones according to projected timelines. The number of projects, project complexities and timelines are commensurate with role.
• Participate in conferences to further Ambry’s position as thought leaders in the field of genetics.
• Prioritize efforts based on urgency
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • PhD in a relevant academic field related to Biology, Public Health, or Genetics or equivalent experience 
  • MS in a relevant academic field related to Biology, Public Health, or Genetics with at least two years of direct experience with genetics research or clinical genetic services.
• Skills:
  • MS Office Experience, especially Excel, PowerPoint and Word
  • Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines based on urgency and need
  • Moderate-to-Advanced Biostatistics skills
  • Communication and diplomacy skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Scientific writing abilities
  • Science-for-lay-audience communication abilities
  • Presentation and public speaking skills
  • Proven track record of co-authorship on one-or-more publications
  • Proven track record of one-or-more successful lead-author abstracts
  • Understanding of molecular biological pathways as relates to clinical genetic disease
  • Experience with the scientific process including hypothesis generation, data analysis, and identification of limitations and caveats
  • Awareness of Internal Review Board and Research Operations needs
  • Ability to self-initiate learning and professional development opportunities

Preferred:

• Rare Disease experience 
• experience with GeneMatcher Exchange

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