Molecular Laboratory Scientist

**Role Description**

This is a full-time on-site role for a Molecular Laboratory Scientist/ Bioinformatics Scientist/ Genomic curator at Mahkota Medical Centre, located at Melaka. The Molecular Laboratory Scientist/ Bioinformatics Scientist/ Genomic curator will be responsible for handling specimens for molecular testing, performing molecular laboratory testing and analysis and maintaining laboratory records. The Molecular Laboratory Scientist/ Bioinformatics Scientist/ Genomic curator will also collaborate with other laboratory personnel to troubleshoot assays, ensure accurate results, and implement new methodologies.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Assist in developing and managing genome curation platform for next-generation sequencing (NGS) data
- Support in developing processes or models for variant prioritisation
- Receive training in tertiary analysis for whole genome sequencing (WGS) data and assist in data mining, curation and interpretation of genome sequencing results following current international standards
- Generate plots and figures to assist in the presentation of results
- Conduct basic literature reviews, research, and perform related clerical duties
- Participate in research and development activities
- Perform any other duties assigned as required

**Qualification requirements**
- A Bachelor’s degree or above in Biomedical Sciences, Genetic Sciences, Health Sciences, Medical Statistics, Biological Sciences, or a related discipline
- Basic knowledge and experience in research studies, with a willingness to receive on-the-job training
- Familiarity with NGS technology and its data formats is preferred
- Proficiency in coding, data-wrangling skills such as extracting information from VCF files and manipulating data structures is desirable
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
- Strong teamwork and collaboration mindset
- Experience in genome research is a plus
- Knowledge or experience in the analysis of cancer genomes, single-cell sequencing, and long-read sequencing data is a plus
- Experience in patient care, clinical research, and the use of digital health technologies in healthcare settings would be highly advantageous

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: RM2,000.00 - RM3,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Maternity leave
- Opportunities for promotion
- Parental leave
- Professional development
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- Day shift
- On call

Supplemental pay types:

- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus