Research Analyst I - Toronto, Canada - SickKids

SickKids

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About SickKids:

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world.

As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education.

Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day.

SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of _Healthier Children. A Better World_.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description:

We are hiring a part-time casual genomics analyst to assist with variant interpretation on a project that links genome sequencing data and health administrative data to study mental health outcomes for children and youth with neurodevelopmental disorders.

The successful applicant will be part of a research team of scientists and coordinators working to clinically translate findings from cutting edge genomic research into real world health outcomes that can help inform care.

Here's what you¿ll get to do:

Work with a team of physicians, scientists, genetic counselors, bioinformaticians, and research coordinators to complete the analysis of genomic data from a large existing dataset.
Analyze genome sequencing data and provide clinical variant interpretation as per guidelines.
Interpret and classify genetic variants relative to external databases and published literature.
Lead database curation for the purpose of subsequent data linking.
Receive support and training in genomics.
Have a flexible work arrangement, with onsite and/or remote work.

Here's what you¿ll need:

A Ph.

D. in molecular genetics or a related filed with experience in genomic variant interpretation and analysis in a clinical context.

Previous experience with interpretation of genetic variants and variant interpretation guidelines, and capacity to use relevant genomic databases and tools and resources (USCS, ClinVar, DGV, ACMG guidelines)
Familiarity with genetic test technologies.
Experience working with genome sequencing data.
Ability to critically analyze and interpret medical literature.
Demonstrated capacity to work as a team player and a high degree of independence.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Experience in health administrative data analysis and/or neurodevelopmental disorders.
A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity and inclusion objectives

Employment type:
Casual, 5-6 months contract

Our Commitment to Diversity:

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital's receipt of all necessary documentation.

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