Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within our busy Genomics Laboratory for a well-organised and experienced individual to lead and manage the Next Generation Sequencing team within our wet laboratory. We are looking for a Technical Team Lead who can demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the role of NGS in genomic testing for rare disease and cancer diagnosis. The individual is required to have several years of hands-on experience in NGS and/or WGS within a laboratory as well as being proficient in general molecular laboratory techniques. Service improvement and quality management in a UKAS Accredited laboratory is highly desirable. This post will involve working closely with the current NGS & Automation Leads to lead and supervise the technical staff. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential to managing the workload of the section and liaising with clinical scientists, other technical leads and support staff. The Laboratory is part of the East NHS Genomic Laboratory Hub (EGLH). This is one of seven Genomic Hubs recently established to provide the new National Genomic Medicine Service for NHS England, led by Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and working with Nottingham University Hospital and University Hospital Leicester. Main duties of the job Act as the joint accountable Lead for a specific technical section of the GLH Laboratory; including managing the staff, equipment and processes within it. Manages and coordinates the day to day activities associated within a specific technical section. Leads on service improvement and staff development necessary to address the changing needs of the GLH. Computer manipulation and analysis of data for diagnostic tests. Maintain or work towards attaining AHCS or HCPC registration. About us Our Trust Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population. CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background. Date posted 07 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year p.a. pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 180-B-244306 Job locations Addenbrookes Hospital-Division B Hills Road Cambridge CB2 0QQ Job description Job responsibilities Technical Team Lead duties will include supervision and mentoring of trainee staff. You will be an important part of the management team for technical staff and resources. Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. This vacancy will close at midnight on 17th November 2024 Interviews are due to be held on 25th November 20247 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. Job description Job responsibilities Technical Team Lead duties will include supervision and mentoring of trainee staff. You will be an important part of the management team for technical staff and resources. Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. This vacancy will close at midnight on 17th November 2024 Interviews are due to be held on 25th November 20247 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. Person Specification Additional Requirements Essential The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent. Skills Essential Willingness to undertake cross training to extend skill set to deliver role Ability to effectively train others Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Proven influencing and negotiating skills at all levels Interpretation and analytical skills Demonstrable mentoring skills Able to prioritise own workload and that of others to meet needs of the service Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time Attention to detail Demonstrable interpersonal skills - can work as part of a team or independently Desirable Manual dexterity, ability to work in the laboratory for prolonged periods of time Ability to challenge inappropriate behaviour in a safe and kind way Change management Knowledge Essential High level of accuracy and attention to detail Leadership Strives for excellence Self-motivated and able to motivate others Ability to be flexible and respond to the needs of the service Ability to work with minimal supervision Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines where there are competing demands Puts the patient first in everything that is undertaken Awareness of self and impact on others Desirable Audit process Root cause analysis Incident investigation Experience Essential Highly specialist knowledge and experience across a range of work procedures and practices underpinned by theory and practice relevant to the post Experience of managing or supervising a team Experience of Genomic IT systems and software Practical experience of Quality Management Systems Desirable Previous relevant experience of working in the NHS Project management Recruitment and selection procedures, Staff appraisal and development Experience of performing Risk Assessments European Computer Driving License Qualifications Essential Biological Science Degree (BSc) or equivalent Professional registration with either the AHCS or HCPC, or nearing completion Desirable Management Qualification Postgraduate qualification Person Specification Additional Requirements Essential The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent. Skills Essential Willingness to undertake cross training to extend skill set to deliver role Ability to effectively train others Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Proven influencing and negotiating skills at all levels Interpretation and analytical skills Demonstrable mentoring skills Able to prioritise own workload and that of others to meet needs of the service Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time Attention to detail Demonstrable interpersonal skills - can work as part of a team or independently Desirable Manual dexterity, ability to work in the laboratory for prolonged periods of time Ability to challenge inappropriate behaviour in a safe and kind way Change management Knowledge Essential High level of accuracy and attention to detail Leadership Strives for excellence Self-motivated and able to motivate others Ability to be flexible and respond to the needs of the service Ability to work with minimal supervision Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines where there are competing demands Puts the patient first in everything that is undertaken Awareness of self and impact on others Desirable Audit process Root cause analysis Incident investigation Experience Essential Highly specialist knowledge and experience across a range of work procedures and practices underpinned by theory and practice relevant to the post Experience of managing or supervising a team Experience of Genomic IT systems and software Practical experience of Quality Management Systems Desirable Previous relevant experience of working in the NHS Project management Recruitment and selection procedures, Staff appraisal and development Experience of performing Risk Assessments European Computer Driving License Qualifications Essential Biological Science Degree (BSc) or equivalent Professional registration with either the AHCS or HCPC, or nearing completion Desirable Management Qualification Postgraduate qualification 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Addenbrookes Hospital-Division B Hills Road Cambridge CB2 0QQ Employer's website https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)