Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in the West Midlands Regional Genetics Laboratory (WMRGL) for Clinical Scientists. The posts will be based in either the Rare Disease or Cancer programme, with permanent and fixed term (12 to 24 month) contracts available.
Applicants should have good interpersonal skills, a background in genetics, a strong interest in improving the quality of diagnostic services and be able to work within a multidisciplinary team. Flexible/limited remote working will be considered.
Appointment is dependent on qualifications and experience. We will consider applications from individuals who are not yet HCPC Registered but are on a recognised training programme leading to registration in the near future and exceptional candidates with an MSc or PhD in Genetics, or significant laboratory experience in a relevant clinical setting committed to undertake a programme of training with us leading to HCPC registration. Appointment in these circumstances would be at AFC band 6.
Main Duties of the Job
Knowledge and experience of genomic technology and the interpretation of scientific data is essential, with the ability to undertake a range of complex clinical analytical tasks with attention to detail.
WMRGL is the designated Genomic Laboratory Hub (GLH) for the Central & South GLH Consortium providing genomic analysis to patients referred with rare disease and/or cancer. Our workforce is fundamental to the successful delivery of this service.
Job Responsibilities
The post holders will be required to take responsibility for testing and reporting of specialised genomic diagnostic investigations and for managing areas of existing service work in the laboratory and be able to work to tight deadlines. Applicants should possess excellent communication and team leadership skills, have resilience and be able to work independently as required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Science degree (first or second class with Honours or higher degree)
* Certificate of Competence/MSC healthcare scientist training programme (or equivalent)
* State Registration with the Health Professional Council
* Actively preparing for FRCPath (Part 1) or assessed equivalent experience
* Active participation in CPD
* Participation in departmental seminars/journal clubs
Knowledge
* Good technical and analysis skills
* Detailed knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of laboratory genetics
* Experience of writing clinical diagnostic reports requiring clinical knowledge and clinical interpretation of results.
Analytic and Judgement
* Experience of genomic variant analysis and interpretation
* Experience of troubleshooting/problem solving and investigating non-compliance
Professional/Managerial/Specialist Knowledge
* Ability to communicate highly complex information in both verbal and written formats
* Excellent organisational skills
* Ability to gather and assimilate information i.e. literature searches, use of internet and relevant clinical databases. Computer literacy is essential.
* Competence in applying Health, Safety & Risk knowledge based on legislation in a laboratory setting
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.
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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer Details
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Birmingham Women's Hospital
Mindlesohn Way
Birmingham
B15 2TG
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