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Research Director – Genetics
Location
United States
Posted
104 days ago
Salary
$130K - $140K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Research Director – Genetics
The Health Management Academy
• Lead end-to-end research strategy for complex and rare disease cases, delivering clear, prioritized, evidence-based treatment pathways • Identify diagnostic gaps and recommend advanced testing strategies that refine diagnoses and inform care decisions • Evaluate standard-of-care and investigational therapies globally, including clinical trial opportunities • Translate complex medical literature into actionable, patient-friendly reports and education materials • Serve as a trusted scientific thought partner to clinicians, clients, and external experts • Analyze patient medical records, extract and track lab values, symptoms, medication histories, and clinical outcomes • Conduct deep literature searches (PubMed, Google Scholar, specialty databases), synthesize findings, compare clinical studies, and present insights in clear, accessible language • Evaluate clinical and molecular data to identify diagnostic gaps and recommend evidence-based testing strategies • Assess guidelines, emerging therapies, and investigational approaches. Identify and engage key opinion leaders and field experts to support case strategy • Search clinical trial databases, evaluate eligibility criteria, build tracking tools, and communicate with trial sites to assess opportunities • Develop high-quality written reports, presentations, spreadsheets, charts, and educational materials that guide client decision-making
Job Requirements
- 3+ years of professional experience in rare genetic diseases, metabolic/acidemia disorders, and/or mitochondrial dysfunction
- PhD in a related field required
- Deep familiarity with medical literature review best practices and research databases (e.g., PubMed, Google Scholar)
- Ability to evaluate complex and sometimes conflicting data to generate structured, defensible recommendations
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to translate highly technical content into compassionate, patient-friendly guidance
- Resourceful, organized, and comfortable making thoughtful decisions in ambiguous or time-sensitive situations
- Able to work independently while partnering effectively with clinicians, researchers, and external experts
Benefits
- health/dental/vision benefits
- annual cash incentive program
- 401k with match
- flexible PTO
- PHM for PHM (our services for you and your dependents)
- other benefits
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