Genome Analyst

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About us

Centogene GmbH is a leading company in the field of genetic diagnostics and precision medicine, dedicated to transforming clinical, genetic, and biochemical data into medical solutions for patients. Based in Rostock, Germany, the company operates globally.

Founded in 2006 with the mission of revolutionizing the diagnosis of rare diseases, Centogene has since scaled its capabilities to diagnose more than 2,800 Genetic disorders in over 100 countries, building one of the largest genetic databases in the world (1,000,000 individuals) while developing cutting-edge technology for the interpretation of genetic data. With over 350 scientific publications, Centogene is a key partner for physicians in rapid and accurate genetic diagnosis, and for pharmaceutical companies focused on developing treatments for orphan diseases.

Regarding the job position

variant selection

Daily teamwork is crucial to guarantee an agile internal communication, as well as feeding the internal databases with the most accurate information.

Responsibilities

Genetic variant classification

Report generation

Requirements/Qualifications

• Background

  : Genetics, Biology, Biotechnology, or any other related field.

• Experience

  : Minimum 4 years of experience in genetic diagnosis. Furthermore, a solid, demonstrable expertise in diagnostics, along with a well-established background in genetics, is not only required but considered indispensable for the candidate.

• Technical knowledge

  :
• Experience with genetic databases -e.g., ClinVar, dbSNP, HGMD, Varsome, GnomAD…)
• Deep knowledge of genetic variant interpretation, especially in the field of genetic diseases/inherited disorders.

• Languages

  : Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

• Additional skills

  :
• Proactive, responsible, ready-to-learn attitude.
• Teamwork capacities, high communicative skills.
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and methodologies in the field of genetics.

Highly valued:

• Postgraduate degree, master’s degree, PhD or additional trainings in medical genetics, genetic counselling or related areas.
• Knowledge of Quality Standards (CAP, CLIA, ISO) and good practices in genetic diagnosis has an advantage.

What do we offer?

• Opportunities for growing and learning in a dynamic and innovative work environment.
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work in an extremely high qualified, multidisciplinary, multicultural and friendly team.