Clinical Scientist in Cytogenetics and Molecular

Integrated Care System; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated position for a Clinical Scientist in Cytogenetics and Molecular is available within the Integrated Care System in London. The role requires HCPC registration, experience in cancer genomics, and skills in genomic analysis. The successful candidate will engage in diagnostic services, including whole genome sequencing, and contribute to quality assurance processes in a collaborative working environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a diagnostic molecular laboratory.
• Experience with whole genome sequencing data in cancer patients.
• Ability to supervise and manage laboratory work.

Responsibilities

• Participate in diagnostic cancer genomics and on duty scientist rota.
• Contribute to quality management and maintenance system.
• Analyse and report whole genome sequencing.

Skills

Genomic analysis skills

Experience with NGS and WGS

Interpersonal skills

Leadership ability

Education

BSc in Biological Science

HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist

FRCPath part 1 or MSc in Haem/Onc/Genetics

Tools

Bioinformatics tools

Patient information systems

Job description

Clinical Scientist in Cytogenetics and Molecular

Applications are invited from enthusiastic and self-motivated HCPC-registered Clinical Scientists (cancer genomics or molecular) to join the Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology Department.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will need to have experience of working within a diagnostic cancer genomics laboratory and have a strong understanding of cancer genomics. The candidate must have excellent genomic analysis skills with experience of analysing a range of cancer types. Experience of NGS and WGS analysis and reporting is advantageous. The post holder will be required to participate on the duty scientist rota and will contribute to the maintenance of the quality management system. The post holder will be trained in the analysis and reporting of whole genome sequencing (WGS) as part of the nationally commissioned WGS service

About us

The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.

The Pathology Partnership was formed in May 2021. Between 2021 and 2024 the Partnership undertook a complex transformation programme to establish a single network of laboratories, underpinned by a single Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and single Quality Management System (QMS).

The Partnership has a main hub laboratory at the Royal London Hospital and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at the six other hospital sites served by the Partnership.

The Partnership has three operational divisions:

Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry

Microbiology and Virology

Cellular Pathology and Cancer Diagnostics

The 2024/25 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £121m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 860 WTE.

We strive to live by ourWeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Job responsibilities

Please note: When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship,HCAS(High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included for non-medical roles. This ensures fairness and consistency within ourorganization, as some of our sites fall under innerHCAS, while others are classified as outerHCAS.

We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• BSc in an appropriate Biological Science (1st or 2nd class)
• HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist
• FRCPath part 1 or MSc in Haem/Onc/Genetics

Experience

• Significant experience (in excess of 3 years) of working in a diagnostic molecular laboratory
• Experience and competence in writing clinical diagnostic reports
• Experience of laboratory management and supervisory work
• Experience of working in a UKAS accredited NHS laboratory
• Experience of teaching undergraduate / postgraduate students and clinical staff
• Experience of analysing and reporting whole genome sequencing data in cancer patients

Knowledge

• Detailed understanding of molecular pathology of acquired disease
• Specialist knowledge of haematological disorders and solid cancers including theoretical understanding of other diagnostic specialities involved in patient diagnosis and management
• Knowledge of quality management systems and ISO15189 standards
• Awareness of current legislation and national policies affecting the NHS and genetic testing

Skills

• Able to undertake advanced molecular pathology techniques including analysis and reporting.
• Able to assess new techniques and apply them to the diagnostic situation
• Computer literate and competent in using patient information systems and audit tools
• Experience of using bioinformatics tools to analyse and interpret complex genetic data

Specific requirements

• Awareness of scientific developments and modern technology in discipline and how they may influence the future of Pathology

Communications

Personal and people development

• Reliable, responsible and organised
• Able to lead a team
• Good interpersonal skills

Specific requirements

• Adaptable and flexible
• Ability to work under pressure
• Respects confidentiality

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.

Head of Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology