PhD Associate Scientist (Genomics)

Operating in a complex and dynamic healthcare environment, the Scientist will have specific accountabilities which are aligned to that of the portfolio to support the achievement of the portfolio’s functions, responsibilities and accountabilities. This senior position reports directly to the Director, Laboratory Medicine Regina and Provincial Public Health Lead. The PhD Associate Scientist for Genomics is responsible for performing evaluation and development of new genomic testing methodologies including Next Generation Sequencing. Supporting NGS analysis including variant classification, troubleshooting of existing assays as required and development of an assay quality metric program to ensure all assays are subject to continuous quality monitoring.