Lead Clinical Bioinformatician, Genomic Medicine

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in Cambridge is seeking a Principal Clinical Scientist Bioinformatician to lead their Bioinformatics team. The role involves managing bioinformatics services for genomic medicine, ensuring quality analysis of patient data and developing services to support patients with rare diseases and cancers. The ideal candidate will possess an MSc or PhD in bioinformatics or genetics, alongside extensive experience in bioinformatics practices. Join a team dedicated to high-quality healthcare and support innovations in clinical bioinformatics.

Benefits

On-site leisure facilities

Reduced cost bus travel

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in bioinformatics tool development and analysis.
• Completion of the relevant training programme in Clinical Bioinformatics.
• Experience of managing teams in a diagnostic genomic laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Manage bioinformatics services for the Genomic Laboratory Hub.
• Ensure timely and accurate analysis of patient data.
• Develop bioinformatics services to support genomic medicine delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Advanced bioinformatics knowledge

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Education

MSc, PhD or equivalent in bioinformatics or human genetics

Tools

Bioinformatics software

Job description

A prominent NHS Trust in Cambridge is seeking a Principal Clinical Scientist Bioinformatician to lead their Bioinformatics team. The role involves managing bioinformatics services for genomic medicine, ensuring quality analysis of patient data and developing services to support patients with rare diseases and cancers. The ideal candidate will possess an MSc or PhD in bioinformatics or genetics, alongside extensive experience in bioinformatics practices. Join a team dedicated to high-quality healthcare and support innovations in clinical bioinformatics.