Clinical Scientist

Royal Marsden; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cancer center is seeking a Clinical Scientist (Band 7) to advance cancer diagnostics through genomics. The role involves conducting investigations, leading service development, and mentoring junior staff. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in patient care and innovative research.

Benefits

Incentive recruitment and retention bonus

Flexible working opportunities

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist.
• In-depth postgraduate experience related to specific area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct genomics investigations using cytogenetics and molecular diagnostics.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff.
• Collaborate with clinicians and oncologists.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Education

BSc degree in Biological Sciences/Genetics

Tools

Microsoft Software

Job description

Clinical Scientist (Band 7) - Incentive Bonus Offered

*This role also includes an incentive recruitment and retention bonus of 5%*

Are you ready to make a profound impact in the field of Clinical Genomics and help shape the future of cancer diagnostics? If you're a passionate, HCPC state-registered Clinical Scientist with exceptional interpersonal skills and a strong team spirit, we have a remarkable opportunity waiting for you!

What Awaits You:

• Cutting-Edge Research:You'll be responsible for conducting genomics investigations using cytogenetics, molecular diagnostic and genomics testing. Your work will be essential in advancing personalized cancer medicine.
• Innovative Service Development:Take a leading role in service development and validation, implementing new tests, and utilizing complex genetics software to revolutionize cancer diagnostics.
• Collaboration:You'll collaborate closely with clinicians, oncologists, and histopathologists, ensuring your work directly impacts the treatment and care of patients.
• Leadership and Mentorship:Supervise and mentor junior staff, guaranteeing the highest quality of service while maintaining professional standards.
• Diverse Responsibilities:Your role will involve not only lab work but also activities such as quality management, compliance with laboratory accreditation standards, training, and contributing to the department's translational research program.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to offer an appropriate level of scientific expertise and skill in a range of cytogenetic procedures.

They will be expected to undertake an appropriate share of the department’s general diagnostic workload, and may be required to work in different Sections of the laboratory according to the needs of the department. They will maintain long periods of a high degree of analytical accuracy during microscopy. They will be required to report their finding and will be proficient in communicating these findings with the relevant clinician and healthcare professionals.

After an appropriate training they will be expected to join the Duty Scientist rota.

When required they will undertake the documentation, initiation, culture and harvest of samples under the supervision of the Head of the Section and provide cover for the support staff.

They will be expected to contribute to the overall efficiency and quality of the Service.

Working for our organisation

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 on-going achievements.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

Analytical

1. To undertake the analysis on an appropriate proportion of the total workload of the Service under the direction of the Head of the Section.

2. To provide a reliable accurate analysis of samples.

3. To ensure the correct analytic process is undertaken on each sample they analyse.

4. To check the analysis of other scientists.

5. To follow instructions from the Head of Section on the priority of each sample to be analysed.

6. To be proficient at chromosome and FISH analysis for oncology referrals.

7. To be proficient at genomic analysis for oncology referrals.

8. To have knowledge of all related instrumentation used in these processes.

Person specification

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to write clearly and concisely
• Ability to use Microsoft software or equivalent

Personal Qualities

• Evidence of professional development
• Self-confidant, contributes to laboratory meetings
• Able to work unsupervised

Specific Experience

• BSc degree in Biological Sciences/Genetics
• Evidence of training related to a compatible laboratory discipline.
• In depth post graduate experience related to specific area
• HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist
• Evidence of CPD
• Experience in working in all areas of relevant diagnostic laboratory
• Able to understand / follow SOPs
• Able to perform basic training

The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.

Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

All applicants will be contacted by email to the address supplied on your application. Applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly and to ensure that email filters are set to allow our emails.

Flu Vaccination – What We Expect of our Staff

At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease.

The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.