Clinical Genomics Scientist (Entry-Level, Remote)

Clinical Genomics Scientist I

Entry-level Opportunity | 100% Remote | Offers Benefits

Description

Responsibilities include interpreting diagnostic test results, review and summary of relevant medical literature, and/or review and summary of clinical information. If applicable, the Clinical Genomics Scientist will apply variant classification guidelines for assay findings and follow report generation protocols to meet requirements for quality and turnaround time.

1. Attend trainings for the reporting protocols applicable to the specific position or specialty

2. Become knowledgeable in the information technology systems needed to perform tasks relevant to the specific position

3. Work towards expertise in clinical and technical aspects relevant to the specific position

4. Interpret clinical diagnostic testing results in accordance with established SOPs

5. Variant assessment and classification

6. Independently draft clear, accurate clinical testing result reports

Requirements

• MS in Genetic Counseling from an accredited institution or MS in Genetics, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or other similar field of study.
• An internship/rotation doing variant interpretation preferred (not required)
• Can work out of ANY state across the continental USA (not CA-specific)

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Boston, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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