Clinical Scientist — Rare Disease Genomics
About this role
About Congenica, a SeqOne Company
Congenica, a SeqOne company, develops next-generation genomics software that turns complex sequencing data into clear, actionable insights for clinicians and researchers. Our platforms power high-impact applications in oncology and rare disease, with a strong focus on robustness, reproducibility, and speed. We are building a world-class team in Montpellier (FR), Paris (FR), and Cambridge (UK).
Why SeqOne?
Direct Impact: Your contributions will enhance customer experience and shape the evolution of our genomic products.
Stimulating Environment: Passionate team, innovative projects, and a culture of transparency.
Flexibility: Remote work options, flexible hours, and competitive benefits.
Growth Opportunities: Internal career development, continuous training, and participation in scientific conferences.
Soft Skills: "Unstoppable Positivity" (resilience and solution-first mindset) and "Open Heart, Hands-On" (kindness combined with direct feedback).
We are expanding our network Clinical Scientist team as part of our clinical interpretation service, and are looking for experienced rare disease genomics scientists to join us on a flexible basis, with ad hoc, part-time and full-time hours available. We are keen to hear from candidates who can start as soon as possible.
Tasks
Genomic Interpretation: Analyse and interpret next-generation sequencing (NGS) data, whole exome sequencing (WES), and whole genome sequencing (WGS) for rare disease diagnostics.
Variant Classification: Apply evidence-based clinical standards and guidelines to classify genetic variants.
Quality, Compliance & Regulatory Standards: Work within an IVDR-regulated clinical interpretation platform alongside FRCPath and HCPC- registered Clinical Scientists, upholding the highest standards of genomic analysis, reporting and governance.
Collaboration: Work alongside NHS and industry partners, clinicians, bioinformaticians, genomic experts and Clinical Scientists - all united by a shared commitment to putting patients at the heart of every diagnostic decision.
Quality & Development: Contribute to enhancing our clinical interpretation services and platform development, underpinned by ISO standards, top EQA performance and a commitment to clinical safety.
Requirements
HCPC registration (or equivalent)
Hands-on experience in WES/WGS analysis and diagnostic report writing
Up-to-date working knowledge of ACMG/ACGS variant classification guidelines
Current and/or previous experience using the Congenica platform (preferred)
Benefits
Fully remote and flexible working (indemnity insurance incl)
Variable hours to suit your availability - from ad hoc through to full time
The opportunity to work within an established clinical interpretation service
Compensation depends on experience, with a rate of EUR 35–80 per hour
Flexible number of hours
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