Clinical Scientist in Genomics | Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a motivated Clinical Scientist for its Clinical Genetics & Genomics Laboratory. The role involves conducting complex molecular diagnostic tests, compiling genomic reports, and collaborating closely with clinical staff. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in human molecular genetic diagnostics, excellent interpersonal skills, and a strong interest in improving diagnostic services. This role offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic research environment while ensuring high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in human molecular genetics diagnostics.
• Ability to compile genomic reports and interpret complex test results.
• Strong interest in quality improvement for diagnostic services.

Responsibilities

• Maintain links with clinical staff and represent the service at meetings.
• Present research at local and national meetings.
• Provide expertise in molecular analyses and interpretation.

Skills

Human molecular genetic diagnostics

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis and interpretation

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant degree in genetics or a related field

Tools

Laboratory information management systems

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the Clinical Genetics & Genomics Laboratory (CGGL), based at the Royal Brompton Hospital, part of Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust. The Royal Brompton & Harefield NHS hospitals are the largest heart & lung centres in the UK and among the largest in Europe. We are a partnership of two specialist hospitals which are known throughout the world for our expertise, standard of care and research success.

The CGGL is a genomics diagnostic lab, providing state-of-the-art specialist cardiac & respiratory NGS-based genetic testing as part of the London South Genomics Laboratory Hub (LS GLH).

We are looking for a motivated Clinical Scientist, with extensive experience in human molecular genetic diagnostics, excellent interpersonal skills, to join our group. The successful candidate will have the ability to critically analyse and interpret scientific data, and compile comprehensive, integrated genomic reports.

Applicants should have good computing skills, be capable of working under pressure to tight deadlines, and be able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. They should have good organisational skills, be able to work methodically with great attention to detail & have a strong interest in driving and improving the quality of diagnostic services. The CGGL is a UKAS-accredited medical laboratory, currently performing over 6000 diagnostic tests per annum and is also actively involved in research and teaching.
• Maintain close links with clinical staff and when required, represent the service at multidisciplinary meetings within the Trust.
• Present research and audit reports at local, regional and national scientific and clinical meetings.
• Provide interpretation of the results of highly complex diagnostic investigations.
• Provide a high level of expertise in molecular analysis for detection of genetic disease/abnormalities and in the interpretation of complex test results using international guidelines.
• Prepare and check standard and complex abnormal reports for authorisation by senior Clinical Scientists.
• Participate in internal and external quality control procedures.
• Undertake audits as directed by the Quality Manager.
• Assist during UKAS accreditation visits.
• Collaborate with other members of CGGL staff to ensure that technical work is performed in an accurate, timely and efficient manner to a standard that enables the highest quality of service to patients.
• Familiar with the laboratory information management systems.
• Conduct data entry and analysis always ensuring the validity and reliability of data.
• Undertake appropriate research and development of analytical procedures.
• Participate in internal research seminars/meetings including journal club.
• Maintain a portfolio of professional achievements & CPD activities.
• Maintain core competencies and maintain the required standards of competences when undertaking duties.
• Participate in annual performance review.

The Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals are part of Guy’s and St. Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, with the Heart and Lung Clinical Care Group forming the largest heart and lung centre in the UK and among the largest in Europe. We are a partnership of specialist hospitals which are known throughout the world for our expertise, standard of care and research success. The Clinical Genetics and Genomics Laboratory is also part of the NHSE South East Genomic Laboratory hub and is one of four cardiac and one of three respiratory laboratories, delivering the specialist testing nationally.

The Clinical Genetics and Genomics Laboratory in the Royal Brompton has generated deep expertise in cardiovascular (CV) and respiratory genetics through a large programme of work over the last 7 years and has established infrastructure, expertise and variant repositories on site. The CGGL has developed sophisticated bioinformatic tools and pipelines for the analysis and reporting of different types of sequence data and is actively involved in research to develop new technologies. The diagnostic service collaborates closely with the National Heart and Lung Institute (NHLI), Imperial College London.

Organisational Values:

The post holder will: Put patients first, Take pride in what they do, Respect others, Strive to be the best & Act with integrity

Our values and behaviours framework| describes what it means for every one of us in the Trust to put our values into action.

In conjunction with senior laboratory staff, the post-holder will undertake the scientific duties and responsibilities of a clinical scientist in the provision of a comprehensive, modern, high quality diagnostic clinical genetics service at RBHT. This will involve delivering a range of specialist molecular diagnostic tests for the diagnosis of inherited cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. The post holder will be expected to draft and authorize molecular genetic diagnostic reports in line with the services provided by the department. The post holder will also provide clinical and scientific advice to other health professionals including senior medical staff, on the selection, performance and interpretation of highly complex molecular genetic investigations. The post holder will participate in research and development and clinical audit where necessary.


This advert closes on Sunday 10 Aug 2025