Head of Biostatistics and Data Science

GeneDx (Nasdaq: WGS) delivers personalized and actionable health insights to inform diagnosis, direct treatment, and improve drug discovery. The company is uniquely positioned to accelerate the use of genomic and large-scale clinical information to enable precision medicine as the standard of care. GeneDx is at the forefront of transforming healthcare through its industry-leading exome and genome testing and interpretation services, fueled by the world’s largest, rare disease data sets. For more information, please visit www.genedx.com.

The mission of the Innovation Lab is to increase the diagnostic yield of our exome and genome products and reduce the time to diagnosis for patients with undiagnosed hereditary disease. The big goal is to deliver personalized and actionable health insights to every person who orders a genetic test from GeneDx. Achievement of our goals will require a culture of innovation, where creativity, experimentation, and the pursuit of new ideas are encouraged and embraced. Individuals are empowered to think critically, take risks, and challenge the status quo, to generate breakthrough solutions and drive positive change.

Summary:

The Head of Biostatistics and Data Science will lead data-driven strategies for early research and development. They will work to integrate advanced data analytics, machine learning and biostatistics to drive research & development of innovative genetic testing products, generate novel health insights for patients and providers, and measure variability in all parts of our test production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:

• • Provide direction and vision for biostatistics, clinical data analytics and data science functions in alignment with company goals.

• • Guide the selection of appropriate statistical methodologies for the problems to be solved

• • Ensure best practices are employed and meet all regulatory requirements

• Data Analysis and Interpretation:

• • Oversee development of data standards and collection strategies, ensuring the availability of high quality and accurate databases for research, development and production laboratory use.

• • Aggregate clinical and genomic data from public and private databases

• • Measure variability in all parts of our production testing laboratory

• • Generate operational, efficiency and quality insights from genetic testing and clinical data.

• • Ensure that all statistical methodologies and approaches comply with regulatory standards, such as those set by the FDA, CAP/CLIA and state regulatory bodies.

• Research and Innovation:

• • Develop new statistical methods and approaches to increase our understanding of genetic disease.

• • Create new product offerings that make use of clinical and genomic data.

• Team Leadership:

• • Grow and lead a team of biostatisticians and data analysts to meet company goals for research, development, and commercial growth.

• • Provide mentorship and guidance for the team, ensuring their work meets high standards of quality and scientific rigor.

Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Ph.D. in biostatistics, statistics, or related field required
• 10+ years of experience as a Biostatistician in the biotech, healthcare, and/or pharma industry.
• Strong knowledge of DNA sequencing technologies, bioinformatic methodologies and/or clinical genetic concepts preferred
• Experience managing, developing and motivating scientific professionals in a collaborative, fast paced team environment

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.

Work Environment:

• Fully remote.

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Science - Minded, Patient - Focused.

At GeneDx, we create, follow, and are informed by cutting-edge science. With over 20 years of expertise in diagnosing rare disorders and diseases, and pioneering work in the identification of new disease-causing genes, our commitment to genetic disease detection, discovery, and diagnosis is based on sound science and is focused on enhancing patient care.

Experts in what matters most.

With hundreds of genetic counselors, MD/PhD scientists, and clinical and molecular genomics specialists on staff, we are the industry’s genetic testing experts and proud of it. We share the same goal as healthcare providers, patients, and families: to provide clear, accurate, and meaningful answers we all can trust.

SEQUENCING HAS THE POWER TO SOLVE DIAGNOSTIC CHALLENGES.

From sequencing to reporting and beyond, our technical and clinical experts are providing guidance every step of the way:

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

• High-quality testing: Our laboratory is CLIA certified and CAP accredited and most of our tests are also New York State approved.
• Advanced detection: By interrogating genes for complex variants, we can identify the underlying causes of conditions that may otherwise be missed.

CLINICAL EXPERTISE

• Thorough analysis: We classify variants according to our custom adaptation of the most recent guidelines. We then leverage our rich internal database for additional interpretation evidence.
• Customized care: Our experts review all test results and write reports in a clear, concise, and personalized way. We also include information for research studies in specific clinical situations.
• Impactful discovery: Our researchers continue working to find answers even after testing is complete. Through both internal research efforts and global collaborations, we have identified and published hundreds of new disease-gene relationships and developed novel tools for genomic data analysis. These efforts ultimately deliver more diagnostic findings to individuals.

Learn more About Us here.

Our Culture

At GeneDx, we are dedicated to cultivating an environment where creativity and innovation thrive. We believe in the power of community and collaboration, where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every voice contributes to our shared success. Our team is a vibrant mix of professionals who challenge and support each other in equal measure, fostering growth both personally and professionally. When you join us, you're not just taking on a job—you're joining a movement. A movement that champions curiosity, embraces change, and believes in making an impact, one patient at a time. Cultural principles we live by:  

• Be bold in our vision & brave in our execution. 
• Communicate directly, with empathy. 
• Do what we say we're going to do.  
• Be adaptable to change.  
• Operate with a bias for action.  

Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Discounts
• Voluntary benefits

GeneDx is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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