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    BACKGROUND

    Ambry Genetics is committed to providing friendly knowledgeable client services and high quality research and development in a cutting-edge environment. Since our founding in 1999, our test menu has grown to become one of the most comprehensive in the world and our reputation remains impeccable in the genetics industry.

    As a company built by scientists, genetic counselors and physicians, we are your partner in genetics and genomics. We are a trusted resource for clinicians, as we are CAP-accredited, CLIA-licensed and also have our own in-house medical technologist training program.

    Ambry Genetics' scope of clients encompasses national and global research projects with some of the world's most respected academic institutions and small to large pharmaceutical companies. Our experience, professional partnerships and certifications make us a trusted provider to the research community.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    The main responsibilities include collaborating with biologists, bioinformaticians, and clinicians to design statistical analyses; perform statistical support to genetic analyses in family, cohort, and case-control studies and to evaluate genetic associations with clinical phenotypes; determine variables to be studied and sample size; discuss statistically valid data collection methods; gathering and analyzing data to yield meaningful conclusions about important questions; assisting with the preparation of statistical analysis plan (SAP). The candidate must be currently living in USA.

    REQUIREMENTS

    • At least Master Degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Mathematics, or related field with at least 5 years of related experience
    • Extensive experience in statistical classification/supervised learning and feature/variable selection techniques, such as LDA, KNN, and etc.
    • Knowledge of biology, such as genetics, genomics, and molecular biology
    • Proficient in R
    • Experience in programming (Perl, Python, bash, C/C++, or java) and databases in Linux/Unix environment is a plus.
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills
    • Experience with cancer biomarker discovery is a plus.
    • Ability to quickly and effectively operate, communicate and influence decision making within cross-functional and multi-disciplinary clinical genetics team

    COMPENSATION

    Ambry Genetics offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include health, dental, vision, 401K, 125c, generous PTO package, high-performance culture, supplemental insurance (i.e. Pet, Legal, Aflac, etc.), relocation allowance, and 125c.

    Start your off everyday with a smoothie and other great perks at Ambry Genetics!

    HOW TO APPLY

    Please submit working permission status, and available start date, with CV to tpesaran[at]ambrygen.com

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