214708 Senior Genetic Technologist (AP)

NHS Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Senior Genetic Technologist to join their esteemed Genetics Service in Edinburgh. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fully accredited laboratory that serves a population of 1.3 million. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in biological sciences and relevant technical experience, particularly in cytogenetic and molecular genetic techniques. You will play a crucial role in delivering complex diagnostic services while leading a dedicated technical team. If you're passionate about genetics and want to contribute to impactful healthcare, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in cytogenetic and molecular genetic techniques is essential.
• Preference for applicants with NHS laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct the work of the technical team in a busy laboratory environment.
• Deliver complex diagnostic service work.

Skills

Cytogenetic Techniques

Molecular Genetic Techniques

Supervisory Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Biological Sciences Degree

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

South Genetics Service

Edinburgh

Job Title: Senior Genetic Technologist

Grade: Band 6

Location: Western General Hospital

Contract Duration: Permanent

Hours: 37 per week

Salary Scale: £39,912 - £48,635per annum

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Genetic Technologist to join our department in the South East Scotland Genetics Service, Edinburgh. The fully UKAS accredited laboratory provides both regional and national Genetic Services and serves a population of 1.3 million. Applications are invited from Biological Sciences Graduates with relevant technical and analytical experience.

Evidence of experience in cytogenetic and molecular genetic techniques is essential and preference will be given to appropriately skilled applicants with NHS laboratory experience. Evidence of supervisory and training skills are also essential to the role. The post holder will be expected to rise to the challenges associated with the delivery of highly complex diagnostic service work in a busy laboratory environment and will work closely with the Laboratory Manager to direct the work of the technical team.

The laboratory is superbly equipped benefiting from a strong research background and excellent links with various research groups.

Informal enquiries to:

Danielle Carmichael ([e-mail]) on 0131 537 2998

Doreen Murray ([e-mail]) on 0131 537 1280

We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

**Please note we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage**

Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check done than is currently the case. If the post is assessed as a "regulated role", your appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. If there is any change to what is currently required, this will be confirmed by either the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team. For more details on these changes please visit: Disclosure Scotland Changes.