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23andMe Research Institute is seeking a Genomic Health Associate to bring clinical genetics expertise to a broad and distinctive range of work spanning product development, clinician engagement, genetics education, medical review, and social media. This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career genetic counselor who is passionate about population-health genomics and improving genomic health literacy.

Reporting to the Senior Genomic Health Manager and working closely with teams across Product, Brand, Marketing, and Customer Care, you'll serve as a clinical thought partner, ensuring clinical accuracy across the full lifecycle of health product development while also creating public-facing educational content, and supporting clinicians and building clinical resources. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape how genetics is communicated and understood across multiple audiences and channels, including social media. We're looking for someone who is creative, curious, and energized by the idea of applying their genetics training in new and unexpected ways.

We are a group of individuals passionate about genetic discovery. 23andMe Research Institute is a nonprofit medical research organization that enables people everywhere to access their genetic information, learn about themselves, and participate in the world's largest crowdsourced research initiative. The Institute aims to be the world's most significant contributor to scientific advancement, uniting people with the common goal of improving health and deepening our understanding of DNA - the code of life.

• Create genetics education content for various audiences, including the general public, students, educators, and healthcare professionals.

• Develop resources to support healthcare professionals, including newsletters, emails, website content, and clinical support resources.

• Create and review social media content related to genetics and health.

• Apply clinical genetics expertise to support the development of new product health offerings and features, from early-stage scientific review and content development through launch.

• Serve as a credible 23andMe resource providing on-site support at key conferences and delivering scientific and clinical presentations.

• Participate in evidence generation through clinical and translational research opportunities related to genetic testing implementation and health outcomes.

• Respond to product-related inquiries from healthcare professionals and customers in collaboration with customer care and quality teams.

• Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling or equivalent from an ABGC-approved genetic counseling program.

• American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) certification, or active candidacy with certification expected within 12 months of hire.

• California Genetic Counseling License, or eligibility to obtain upon hire.

• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to convey complex genetic concepts to both clinical and lay audiences, including comfort with public speaking and presenting to professional audiences.

• Familiarity with AI tools and a willingness to incorporate AI-assisted workflows.

• Experience with social media platforms and interest in representing 23andMe on camera.

• High attention to detail and commitment to clinical accuracy.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities.

• Commitment to health equity, diversity, and inclusion as a core lens across all work.

• Ability to work in our Palo Alto office three days per week.

About Us

23andMe, headquartered in California, is a leading consumer genetics and research company. The company's mission is to help people access, understand, and benefit from the human genome. 23andMe has pioneered direct access to genetic information as the only company with multiple FDA authorizations for genetic health risk reports. The company has created the world's largest crowdsourced platform for genetic research, with 80 percent of its customers electing to participate. 23andMe research participants consent to research conducted by 23andMe which is overseen by an independent third-party Institutional Review Board (IRB) regulated under the 'Common Rule' (45 CFR part 46). More information is available at www.23andme.com/research.

At 23andMe, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at accommodations-ext@23andme.com. 23andMe will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Please note: 23andMe does not accept agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Thank you.

Pay Transparency

23andMe takes a market-based approach to pay, and amounts will vary depending on your geographic location. The salary range reflected here is for a candidate based in the San Francisco Bay Area. The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.

San Francisco Bay Area Base Pay Range

$120,000-$150,000