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Qiagen

Senior Curation Scientist, QDI

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As a Senior Curation Scientist, your role consists of investigating sources of scientific information for inclusion in QIAGEN applications and working with product and requirements owners to ensure ...

QIAGEN

Senior Curation Scientist, QDI

$90K - $110K/yr

As a Senior Curation Scientist, your role consists of investigating sources of scientific information for inclusion in QIAGEN applications and working with product and requirements owners to ensure ...

Abbott

Sr. Clinical Curation Scientist

Marshfield, WI · On-site

A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity This ...

Oath

Research Associate

Vacaville, CA

In this role, you will work under the guidance of the Microbial Curation Scientist and other senior team members to support day-to-day microbial strain cultivation, preservation, and documentation ...

Oath

Research Associate

Vacaville, CA · On-site

In this role, you will work under the guidance of the Microbial Curation Scientist and other senior team members to support day-to-day microbial strain cultivation, preservation, and documentation ...

Addison Group

AI Curation Operator

Boston, MA · On-site

$35/hr

Position Title: AI Curation Operator Location: Boston, MA - Onsite, 3 days a week Job Type ... The Data Science team is responsible for the quality and consistency of the data that underpins our ...

City of Mesa

Museum Curator

Mesa, AZ

$75K - $102K/yr

Responsibilities include: developing and implementing procedures of a general curatorial nature relating to the fields of Social Sciences (history, ethnology, archaeology, anthropology) or Natural ...

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Senior Curation Scientist, QDI

Remote

Qiagen
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$90K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Vision, Life

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Overview


At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible.

We're dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We're always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams.
We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, values diversity and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you.

At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact.

Join us, grow with us, and together, let's shape the future of biological discovery.

About the opportunity

As a member of the Content group, you will join a dynamic cross-functional team composed of scientists and software engineers working to develop software and services to benefit scientists, clinicians, and patients. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with training in biology to contribute to the advancement of clinical care for oncology patients.

As a Senior Curation Scientist, your role consists of investigating sources of scientific information for inclusion in QIAGEN applications and working with product and requirements owners to ensure that the information is used appropriately in our applications. To facilitate capturing this information, you will work with our internal curation groups to develop and improve our curation protocols, tools, and processes.

The primary responsibility is to work closely within a curation team to provide research necessary to grow and maintain the N-of-One MarkerMine KnowledgeBase, which is used to create client reports. This role is responsible for researching and analyzing published scientific and clinical data, communicating with other scientists and oncologists, and writing accurate content in the knowledgebase.

Your tasks include

  • Literature research on cancer biomarkers

  • Utilization of genomic databases and tools such as IGV, ClinVar, gnomAD, and COSMIC

  • Write accurate synopses of literature and data surrounding biomarkers and cancer drugs

  • Synthesize data into reports for cancer patients and their physicians

  • Review clinical trials

  • Work in an efficient manner within the team setting to submit reports within stated deadlines

  • Attend all weekly science meetings, as applicable

  • Assist with training of new scientists, as needed

  • Assist with development of quality assurance policies for maintaining content of knowledgebase, as needed

  • Assist in development of all clinical products, as needed

  • Participate in conference calls and other consultations with physicians and scientists to discuss their research and its applications to cancer patients, if needed

Your profile

  • Ph.D. in cancer biology, molecular biology, genetics, or related field

  • 3-5 years post-graduate experience preferred

  • Understanding of somatic alterations in cancer and their impact on disease and treatment sensitivity/resistance

  • Excellent written and oral communication, organization and documentation skills

  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate work and manage time, including proven ability to use resources effectively and efficiently

  • Ability to contribute to the team morale and collaborative spirit in a positive, respectful, and consistent manner

In accordance with Company policies, the employee must (as applicable):

  • Maintain up-to-date, accurate written record of work and relevant data entry in compliance with company standards

  • Promote the highest quality delivery of efficient and effective services to clients

  • Maintain highest standard of integrity and confidentiality around all client, scientific and company related matters

  • Location: Remote/Home Based

The estimated base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000. Compensation will be based on the candidate's experience, skills, geographic location, and other job-related factors. In addition to base salary, we offer a total compensation package that includes a bonus plan and generous benefits.

What we offer

  • Bonus/Commission

  • Local benefits

  • Referral Program

  • Volunteer Day

  • Internal Academy (QIALearn)

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Hybrid work (conditional to your role)

Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. Passion drives us as we push boundaries to innovate and evolve.We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions.We cultivate a collaborative, supportive environment where each individual and team can flourish. We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking.

QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.

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