Description

Job Description

The Department of Pathology, at the University of Alabama at Birmingham ( UAB ) is inviting applications from qualified candidates for a Clinical Genetic Variant Scientist through the Department of Pathology, School of Medicine. This position will be essential to ensuring accurate and timely interpretation of genomic data and the preparation of high-quality clinical genetic reports. This role directly supports the diagnostic capabilities and patient care provided by the Medical Genomics Laboratory ( MGL ). Responsibilities include conducting genomic data analysis, variant review, and interpretation to support clinical genetic testing. Interpreting and summarizing genetic findings using scientific literature, public and proprietary databases, and analytical software tools. Research and publications in related areas are required. This candidate should have excellent communication and collaborative skills.

Required Qualifications

The candidate must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Human Genetics, Molecular Genetics, Genomics, Cancer Biology, Bioinformatics, Genetic Counseling, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Medicine, or a related field. A minimum of 1 year of experience in a clinical diagnostics laboratory or in clinical data interpretation. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to critically read, analyze, and interpret scientific literature. Must be highly collaborative and able to work well in a team. Must have good attention to details and ability to multi-task.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in the following will be given strong consideration: familiarity with ACMG guidelines for variant interpretation, as well as genomic data and relevant tools/databases such as ClinVar, ClinGen, Decipher, OMIM , gnomAD, UCSC Genome Browser, and HGMD . A strong foundation in human genetics as well as experience in rare genetic disease analysis. Knowledge of methods for sequence variants and copy number variants ( CNV ) detection and interpretation.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
F2710P

Open Date
10/07/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Nondiscrimination Statement

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Pre-employment Background Check

A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.

Drug/Nicotine Screen (if applicable)

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