Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 4 Associate Practitioner/Genetic Technologist to join the Specialist Integrated Haematological Malignancy diagnostic service (SIHMDS) Laboratory within North West London Pathology at Hammersmith Hospital, hosted by Imperial NHS Trust. This laboratory is one of the partner organisations within the North Thames Genomic Laboratory Hub (NT-GLH) and is accredited with the NSHCS to provide STP and HSST training, together with a commitment to train and develop staff of all grades. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a degree in a biological science and hands-on laboratory experience in genetic, cytogenetic, or immunophenotyping techniques. The successful candidate will possess excellent concentration, manual dexterity, and the ability to stay calm under pressure while effectively prioritising tasks in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential, as is a demonstrated passion for service development. Main duties of the job o Booking in sampleso Cell culture, chromosome harvesting, and G-bandingo FISH setupo DNA and RNA extractiono RT-qPCRo Flow cytometry About us Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. NWLP Induction The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP. For 2025, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks. Monday 7 April 2025 Monday 12 May 2025 Monday 2 June 2025 Monday 7 July 2025 Monday 4 August 2025 Monday 1 September 2025 Monday 6 October 2025 Monday 3 November 2025 Monday 1 December 2025 Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer. Date posted 27 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £31,944 to £34,937 a year pa inclusive Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 290-NWLP-286 Job locations Hammersmith Hospital London W12 0HS Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Person Specification Education Essential 2nd class Honours Degree in a biological science Desirable Evidence of working towards voluntary registration as a genetic technologist. Skills Essential Methodical and numerate Able to follow instruction Well organised and precise Good communication and presentation skills. Desirable Experience of specimen processing. Experience of data entry of samples Experience of DNA and RNA extraction. Experience of setting-up PCR assays. Experience Essential Experience in an accredited NHS diagnostic laboratory or equivalent workplace High level of technical skill with laboratory processes Experience performing a wide range of genetic/cytogenetic/immunophenotyping techniques Ability to follow SOP's/protocols strictly with awareness of health and safety issues Desirable Demonstrable experience of working in a haematological malignancy diagnostic service Knowledge of genetic, cytogenetic and immunophenotyping techniques. Knowledge of health and safety issues. Person Specification Education Essential 2nd class Honours Degree in a biological science Desirable Evidence of working towards voluntary registration as a genetic technologist. Skills Essential Methodical and numerate Able to follow instruction Well organised and precise Good communication and presentation skills. Desirable Experience of specimen processing. Experience of data entry of samples Experience of DNA and RNA extraction. Experience of setting-up PCR assays. Experience Essential Experience in an accredited NHS diagnostic laboratory or equivalent workplace High level of technical skill with laboratory processes Experience performing a wide range of genetic/cytogenetic/immunophenotyping techniques Ability to follow SOP's/protocols strictly with awareness of health and safety issues Desirable Demonstrable experience of working in a haematological malignancy diagnostic service Knowledge of genetic, cytogenetic and immunophenotyping techniques. Knowledge of health and safety issues. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name North West London Pathology Address Hammersmith Hospital London W12 0HS Employer's website https://www.nwlpathology.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)