Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Scientific Writer/Editor, OncoKB
Are you a scientist enthusiastic about cancer biology, genomics, and their clinical applications? The Center for Molecular Oncology (CMO) is seeking a
Scientific Writer/Editor to support OncoKB, our FDA-recognized precision oncology knowledge base.
The CMO promotes precision oncology through genomic analysis to help guide the diagnosis and treatment of patients with cancer. OncoKB is an integral part of MSK's clinical genomics platform, capturing scientific and clinical knowledge about genomic biomarkers and their implications across cancer types. In this role, you will help expand and maintain OncoKB by evaluating emerging scientific evidence, curating genomic and clinical information, and ensuring the quality and accuracy of its content.
Role Overview:- Curate, maintain, and perform quality control of clinical and genomic annotations for the OncoKB knowledge base.
- Research and write summaries for new cancer-associated genes and genomic variants.
- Conduct thorough literature reviews to identify and evaluate relevant information from scientific publications, public databases, oncology conferences, and other sources.
- Interpret preclinical and clinical evidence related to genomic biomarkers and targeted therapies.
- Write, edit, proofread, fact-check, and format scientific content to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to OncoKB standards.
- Identify gaps in existing OncoKB annotations and proactively research and address them.
- Support genomic curation projects in collaboration with OncoKB scientists.
- Coordinate review cycles and contribute to the maintenance and improvement of OncoKB SOPs and curation processes.
- Use appropriate AI-based tools for literature retrieval and data assessment while maintaining data integrity and accuracy.
- Train and provide guidance to summer students supporting annotation projects.
Key Qualifications:- Master's degree in a relevant scientific field with at least 2-4 years of related experience; PhD strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of cancer biology, genetics, genomics, and molecular biology.
- Experience interpreting scientific literature, including figures, tables, experimental models, and functional studies.
- Ability to interpret clinical trial protocols and results, including key oncology endpoints and study designs.
- Strong scientific writing and editing skills, including copyediting, proofreading, and fact-checking.
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Core Skills:- Scientific literature review and evidence synthesis
- Cancer biology and genomics
- Genomic data curation and annotation
- Clinical trial data interpretation
- Scientific writing, editing, and proofreading
- Data quality control and organization
- Strong communication and collaboration
- AI-assisted literature retrieval and data assessment
Additional Information:- Schedule: Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours, hybrid (primarily remote)
- Location: 321 E. 61st Street, NYC (Joy Building)
- Reporting to: OncoKB Manager (OncoKB Senior Scientist)
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- Benefits
Pay Range: $92,700.00 - $148,400.00
FSLA Status: Exempt
