Join Our Team as a Scientific Programme Manager at EMQN CIC!
Are you a passionate and experienced Genomics Scientist looking to make a significant impact in the field of clinical diagnostics? EMQN CIC, a UKAS accredited Proficiency Testing Provider, is seeking a dedicated Scientific Programme Manager to support the delivery of high-quality, ISO17043 accredited genomics-based External Quality Assessment (EQA) services.
About Us
EMQN is the leading global provider of quality assurance tools and knowledge to the human molecular pathology and genetic testing community in the form of External Quality Assessment (EQA) schemes, also referred to as proficiency testing (PT). This assures the best possible clinical diagnostics test execution, accuracy, performance, interpretation, and reporting.
The Role
The Scientific Programme Manager will join a small team of Scientific Programme Managers and Administrators helping to deliver our EQA services to 2500+ laboratories in 89 different countries, whilst ensuring compliance with relevant industry regulations. The role requires a scientist with a strong background in genomics and significant experience in a related clinical field and/or EQA. You will be required to contribute to the development and implementation of EQA services that improve the global quality of patient care, engage in research and development activities (including publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at conferences), and support and contribute to the delivery of other educational activities, including webinars and best practice guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
* Contribute to a team of scientists in delivering specialist EQA services, such as Molecular Genetics, Molecular Pathology or Pharmacogenetics.
* Contribute to the development and implementation of EQA services that improve the global quality of patient care.
* Engage in research and development activities, including publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at conferences.
* Offer technical scientific advice in relevant areas of service delivery.
* Support and contribute to the delivery of other educational activities, including webinars and best practice guidelines.
* Ensure adherence to quality standards required for UKAS accreditation.
Who You Are
* A genomics scientist with a first or second-class honours bachelor’s degree in a biological sciences subject which includes a genomics component.
* Significant experience as a Genomics Scientist in laboratory medicine and/or EQA.
* A team player with good communication and strategic thinking skills.
* A desire to make a difference to patient care.
* Happy with a hybrid working arrangement with at least 2 days per week in the EMQN CIC office in Manchester, UK.
What We Offer
* Impactful Work: Contribute to improving patient safety and healthcare quality worldwide.
* Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking organization at the cutting edge of healthcare quality assurance.
* Professional Growth: Opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of EMQN.
* Collaborative Culture: Work with a passionate and dedicated team committed to excellence.
* Competitive salary: £48,708 to £56,013 and benefits package.
Person Specification
* Qualification Attainments: First or second-class honours bachelor’s degree in a biological sciences subject which includes a genetics/genomics component.
* Previous Experience: Significant experience in post as a Genomics Scientist in an appropriate role in laboratory medicine and/or EQA.
* Special Skills & Knowledge: Comprehensive and proven up-to-date knowledge in genomics including analysis, interpretation, and reporting of diagnostic tests results.
* Key Personal Attributes: Highly developed interpersonal skills to enable communication (both written and verbal), with a broad range of clinical and non-clinical colleagues.
Why Join Us:
* Opportunity to make a significant impact in the healthcare sector.
* Collaborative and innovative work environment.
* Competitive salary (£48,708 to £56,013) and benefits package.
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