Genetics Analysis Specialist - LLS Molecular Diagnostics

Posting Period

Open:          January 27, 2026

Deadline:     February 25, 2026

OPSEU LABORATORY FULL-TIME

This position is covered by a collective agreement.  Applications from outside the bargaining unit are welcome but can only be considered if the position is not filled from within this bargaining unit.

Department Name

LLS Molecular Diagnostics

Reporting to Coordinator, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, the Genetics Analysis Specialist will manage the regular review, processing, interpretation, and analysis of genetic variants as well as monitor the scientific literature for publications related to genetic variation and maintain laboratory internal databases of genetic variation, and supporting clinical and scientific literature databases. The Genetics Analysis Specialist will also participate in development of variant annotation pipelines and draft reporting templates and in genetic test development and development and implementation of new technologies, with opportunities to contribute to academic activities.

Regular Full -Time 

Rate of Pay:           $44.67 per hour - $57.90 per hour

Hours:                    37.50 Hours per Week

Qualifications

• Successful Completion of a Master's Degree in Biology, Genetics, Bioinformatics or a related field
• Completion of a Doctorate Degree  in Biology, Genetics, Bioinformatics or a related field preferred
• Minimum one (1) year of previous related job experience
• Demonstrated advanced experience working with human genetics data in research or clinical setting
• Demonstrated advanced experience in research related to experience with genetic variant curation and interpretation of clinical relevance
• Demonstrated advanced experience with writing and editing scientific materials for external audiences 
• Expertise with  data management (including scientific, genetic/genomic and/or medical data)
• Demonstrated advanced written and verbal communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills
• Previous experience working with computer driven analytical equipment and analytical software
• Demonstrated focus on quality and safety as well as commitment to continuous improvement
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC?s Mission, Purpose and Values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume!

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

LHSC does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.

Reason for Job Posting 

Reason for Posting:  Existing Vacancy 

Immunization Requirements 

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC?s Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements | LHSC.

Teaching, Learning and Research

LHSC Centre is proudly one of Canada?s largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place where they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect.  LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process.  Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach.  Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca.

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months.

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit, we recommend reviewing permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work or study permits. It is the employee?s accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.