Genomics Services Coordinator - WGS Access

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site facilities

Staff education opportunities

Travel/parking subsidies

Job summary

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Genomic Practitioner to support the delivery of Clinical Genetics Services, including the Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) service, across the East Anglian region.

You will work under clinical leadership, manage patient referrals and data, arrange samples, and help establish resources while developing your genomics knowledge; the role offers training and progression opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Degree-level education in biology, genetics, or a related field.
• Experience in healthcare or patient-facing environments.
• Interest in genomics with willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate access to the WGS service and document discussions.
• Support Clinical Genetics services, record patient data, and gather family history by phone.
• Assist with 100,000 Genomes Project tasks, including withdrawals and re-consents.
• Work with clinical leadership and develop patient information resources.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Phone-based liaison

Education

Degree in Biology/Genetics/related

Job description

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Genomic Practitioner to support the delivery of Clinical Genetics Services, including the Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) service, across the East Anglian region.

You will work under clinical leadership, manage patient referrals and data, arrange samples, and help establish resources while developing your genomics knowledge; the role offers training and progression opportunities within a supportive team.