Healthcare Scientist

UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL SOUTHAMPTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Southampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Southampton is offering a full-time position for a Clinical Scientist in Cancer within the Wessex Genomics Laboratory Service. The ideal candidate will have sound knowledge of cancer genetics, significant diagnostic laboratory experience, and HCPC registration. Responsibilities include contributing to an integrated cancer diagnostic service, performing specialized molecular investigations, and working closely with medical professionals. This role supports career aspirations and offers a dynamic environment in a diverse and inclusive team.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is a key requirement of the role.
• Sound knowledge of cancer genetics and considerable diagnostic laboratory experience.
• Ability to critically analyse and interpret scientific data.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the provision of an integrated cancer diagnostic genetic service.
• Perform analysis and report specialized molecular investigations.
• Liaise with clinicians, oncologists, and hematologists for patient care.
• Continuously develop clinical, scientific, or technical practice.
• Support quality management and training activities within the laboratory.

Skills

Ability to critically analyse and interpret scientific data

Sound knowledge of cancer genetics

Considerable diagnostic laboratory experience

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen at the Wessex Genomics Laboratory Service (WGLS - Salisbury) for a full-time fixed term position (12 month with possibility of further extension) as a Clinical Scientist in Cancer. We are looking for a scientist with sound knowledge of cancer genetics, considerable diagnostic laboratory experience and the ability to critically analyse and interpret scientific data. HCPC registration is a key requirement of the role. WGLS is a member of the Central & South Genomic Laboratory Hub. Employment will be with UHS but the role will be based within Salisbury District Hospital.

Responsibilities

• To contribute to the provision of an integrated cancer diagnostic genetic service for the Central South Coast Region, together with national and international referrals, as part of the Central and South Genomic Laboratory Hub
• The perform analysis and report specialised molecular investigations and manage areas of existing service work within the laboratory.
• To liaise with clinicians, oncologists and haematologists responsible for treating patients.
• To continuously develop their clinical, scientific or technical practice within a defined field.
• To support activities such as quality management, including compliance with laboratory accreditation standards, and training

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is a key requirement of the role.
• Sound knowledge of cancer genetics and considerable diagnostic laboratory experience.
• Ability to critically analyse and interpret scientific data.

Context and Location

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

Additional Information

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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.