We are seeking an enthusiastic Genetic Technologist to contribute to the provision of a timely and efficient ISO 15189 accredited Clinical Genomics Service. The post holder will undertake molecular diagnostic testing and analysis, which requires detailed theoretical and practical knowledge of the work area. The range of tests available will be in continuous development, and the post-holder will be responsible for the validation and verification of new techniques and tests, including the provision of NGS and ddPCR for molecular diagnostics in haematological and solid tumours. The post holder will be expected to assist in the training of new staff members and visitors as well as contribute to IT development and data management relating to the technical aspects of the molecular service and therefore needs to be fully IT literate. In addition, the post holder will be required to support activities such as quality management, including compliance with laboratory accreditation standards, equipment maintenance, and participate in the department's training programme. Good communication and team working are essential.
Main duties of the job
The main objective of the post holder is to contribute to the provision of a timely and efficient Molecular Diagnostics service within the Clinical Genomics Department, both for internal and external cases. The post holder will perform analysis using complex genetics software, report specialised molecular investigations, and manage areas of existing service work in the laboratory, in order to provide an efficient and high-quality molecular diagnostic service in haematological and solid tumours. The range of tests available will be in continuous development, and the post holder will be responsible for standardisation of new technologies and tests for molecular diagnostics. The post holder is expected to liaise with clinicians, oncologists, and histopathologists responsible for treating patients.
They will be involved in the service development and validation, including the implementation of clinical NGS and other protocols for personalised cancer medicine. The post holder will be required to support activities such as quality management, including compliance with laboratory accreditation standards, training, and the department's translational research programme.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance, and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities, and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities, and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees' work-life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values, and can play a crucial role in our ongoing achievements.
Job responsibilities
To ensure that work is carried out in line with Standard Operating Procedures and/or Departmental policy. To prioritise work on a day-to-day basis and liaise with service users in order to co-ordinate the service provision. To take day-to-day responsibility for the quality of technical and analytical work produced: To ensure that clinical requests are met according to agreed policies on availability of tests and priorities. To ensure that statutory, UKAS, and Trust requirements for record keeping of results are met by validation or verification of technology and reports as required.
To assist in developing service plans for the Department. To provide information on the performance of specified departmental activities and to indicate problems without delay.
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
* Good interpersonal skills
* Ability to express and communicate ideas, concepts, and findings in all circumstances including email and telephone
* Experience of clinical report writing
* Ability to write clearly and concisely
* Experience in working with complex genetics software
* Competence in the use of Microsoft software or equivalent
* Educational qualification in mathematics
* Ability to perform complex scientific calculations and data analysis and interpretation
* Good judgement, analytical, perceptive, eye for detail
* Able to take specific responsibilities in an area of defined specialist knowledge
* Able to deal with basic instrumentation troubleshooting
Desirable
* Awareness of organisational and logistical issues
Personal Qualities
Essential
* Evidence of personal development
* Enthusiasm for job and profession
* Self-confident, contributes to laboratory meetings
* Able to work unsupervised
* Commitment to team working
* Flexible approach to work, decision maker
Specific Experience
Essential
* MSc degree or equivalent experience
* Evidence of training related to specific area
* Evidence of continuous professional development
* Experience of working in all areas of relevant diagnostic laboratory
* Able to write, review, and follow SOPs
Desirable
* Able to perform advanced training and ensuring compliance with professional standards
* Evidence of technological development e.g. NGS for diagnostic and/or clinical trial use
Employer details
Employer name
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Royal Marsden Sutton
Sutton
SM2 5PT
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