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Boston Children's Hospital

24d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Science
    Research & Development
  • Boston

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree or experience, familiarity with NGS, programming skills in R/Python, strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • You will analyze complex datasets, complete assignments on time, lead research projects, train staff, prepare communications, and present findings in meetings.

Requirements

  • At least 4-year Bachelor’s degree or 4-years of experience. A minimum of one year of position-specific experience.
  • Preference for candidates with prior strong computational biology exposure, potentially through completion of a PhD program.
  • Experience with next-generation sequencing and/or exome/whole genome sequence analysis.
  • Familiarity with NGS clinical testing, databases, tools, and resources commonly used in interpretation of genomic data including variant classification based on the ACMG guidelines.
  • Computer programming (e.g. R/Python) and bioinformatics experience.
  • Ability to critically analyze medical and scientific literature with outstanding attention to details.
  • Ability to balance and manage multiple tasks and projects independently; detail-oriented, excellent organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication, writing skills and problem solving skills required.
  • Independence, initiative, and problem-solving ability.
  • Highly collaborative and able to work well in a team.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

  • Producing innovative solutions driven by exploratory data analysis of complex and high-dimensional datasets. Applying knowledge of statistics, machine learning, programming, data modeling, and advanced mathematics to generate and test hypotheses and interpret the results of experiments.
  • With supervision and direction, completing assignments in the required timeframe while consistently adhering to standard operating procedures and best practices; adapting to a changing environment, resolving problems associated with assignments, and seeking supervisor assistance when needed.
  • Participating and/or co-leading Research Computing projects with other members from the BCH research community; setting goals and objectives for projects and demonstrating achievement of those goals and objectives.
  • Training staff and researchers; effectively tailoring presentations; developing, implementing, and maintaining knowledge management systems.
  • Contributing to a range of communications (e.g. scientific presentations and publications) that clearly deliver content; preparing communications appropriate for management and internal distributions.
  • Presenting at project and internal meetings; effectively conveying progress and asserting point of view; constructively discussing issues and providing facts; building credibility and trust by asking thoughtful questions and actively listening; running productive project meetings that advance problem-solving.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of a Genomic Scientist in this role?

The primary responsibility of a Genomic Scientist is to develop bioinformatics pipelines for analyzing whole genome/exome sequencing and performing variant curation to diagnose children with rare diseases.

What educational qualifications are required for this position?

A minimum of a 4-year Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of relevant experience is required, with a preference for candidates who have strong computational biology exposure, potentially through a PhD program.

What specific experience is preferred for candidates applying for this position?

Candidates with prior experience in next-generation sequencing and/or exome/whole genome sequence analysis are preferred.

What programming languages should candidates be familiar with?

Candidates should have experience with computer programming in languages such as R and Python, as well as bioinformatics experience.

Is experience in NGS clinical testing a requirement?

Yes, candidates should have familiarity with NGS clinical testing, databases, tools, and resources commonly used in the interpretation of genomic data, including variant classification based on ACMG guidelines.

What are the key analytical skills required for this role?

The role requires the ability to critically analyze medical and scientific literature with outstanding attention to detail, as well as strong analytical skills.

What type of communication skills are necessary for this position?

Excellent communication and writing skills are required, along with the ability to present information clearly and effectively, both in meetings and through written communications.

Will the Genomic Scientist collaborate with other professionals?

Yes, the Genomic Scientist will participate and/or co-lead Research Computing projects alongside other members of the BCH research community and will need to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders.

Is project management a part of the Genomic Scientist's responsibilities?

Yes, project management skills are necessary, as the Genomic Scientist will need to set goals and objectives for projects and demonstrate achievement of those goals.

How important is the ability to work independently for this position?

Independence, initiative, and problem-solving ability are crucial, as candidates must be able to balance and manage multiple tasks and projects independently.

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Boston Children's Hospital is a 404-bed comprehensive center for pediatric health care. As one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the United States, Boston Children's offers a complete range of health care services for children from birth through 21 years of age. (Our services can begin interventions at 15 weeks gestation and in some situations we also treat adults.) We have approximately 25,000 inpatient admissions each year and our 200+ specialized clinical programs schedule 557,000 visits annually. Last year, the hospital performed more than 26,500 surgical procedures and 214,000 radiological examinations. Our team of physicians and nurses has been recognized by a number of independent organizations for overall excellence, and we're proud to share some notable examples with you here.