Clinical Scientist | University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

University College London Hospital; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in London is seeking a HCPC-Registered Clinical Scientist to analyze whole-genome sequencing data. The successful candidate will contribute to diagnostic reporting and work closely with clinicians to integrate findings into patient care. HCPC registration and experience in a diagnostic genetics laboratory are essential. This is a 14-month funded position with professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration or actively working towards it.
• Previous experience in a diagnostic genetics laboratory.
• Strong analytical and computational skills related to genomic data.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret whole-genome sequencing data for inherited neurological disease.
• Contribute to diagnostic reporting and laboratory workflow.
• Collaborate with clinicians and research groups to integrate findings into patient care.

Skills

Analytical skills related to genomic data

Computational skills

Education

HCPC registration or working towards it

Experience in a diagnostic genetics laboratory

Job description

Overview

The Neurogenetics Unit of the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery provides a regional molecular genetic service for inherited neurological disease and a national and international diagnostic service for rare neurogenetic disorders. It is merged with the Regional Genetics Laboratory at Great Ormond Street Hospital to form the lead Rare Disease Laboratory in the North Thames Genomics Laboratory Hub. The laboratory is ISO accredited and works closely with clinicians and research groups at the UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology.

About UCLH

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services across eight sites:

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world-class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

Position Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a HCPC-Registered Clinical Scientist to join our team of Clinical Scientists. The post is funded for 14 months initially. The successful candidate will focus on the analysis of whole-genome sequencing data, with opportunities to work in other areas.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret whole-genome sequencing data for inherited neurological disease.
• Contribute to diagnostic reporting and laboratory workflow.
• Collaborate with clinicians and research groups to integrate findings into patient care.
• Participate in laboratory quality assurance and accreditation activities.
• Engage in continuous professional development and training as required.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration (or actively working towards registration).
• Previous experience in a diagnostic genetics laboratory.
• Strong analytical and computational skills related to genomic data.
• No prior experience in neurology is required.

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

This advert closes on Tuesday 25 Nov 2025