Operations Lead

NHS; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 64,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading genomics service provider is seeking an Operations Lead / Principal Clinical Scientist in London. The role involves leading laboratory operations and providing expertise in cytogenetics for haematological malignancies. Candidates must have HCPC registration and substantial experience in clinical cytogenetics. The position supports flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance.

Benefits

Development opportunities

Flexible working patterns

Support for advanced qualifications

Qualifications

• HCPC State registration as a Clinical Scientist is essential.
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development required.
• Experience as a registered clinical scientist with cytogenetics is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day laboratory operations.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of analyses.
• Train less senior team members in cytogenetics.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Knowledge of Haemato-Oncology

Time management

Education

PhD or FRCPath Part 1

Tools

Laboratory Information Management Systems

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly-motivated and experienced individual in cytogenetics of haematological malignancies to join our team providing a comprehensive genomics service for patients with known or suspected haematological malignancies. Contributing towards patient care by leading day to day laboratory operations and providing expertise in the interpretation and reporting of cytogenetic findings.

Substantial specialised experience of clinical cytogenetics (in particular for haemato-oncology referrals), excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic are essential for this role. The post holder will form part of the senior operations team in cytogenetics, enabling the quality driven, timely and accurate reporting of complex analyses for rapid patient treatment decisions. This post is onsite; however, we support flexible working patterns and remote working for activities that can be performed off-site to promote a healthy work/life balance. Applications from those looking to work part-time will also be considered.

Main duties

The South East Haematological Malignancy Diagnostic Service (SE-HMDS) currently offers a comprehensive specialist genomics service tailored to the requirements of the diagnosis, prognosis and monitoring of haematological malignancies. We are the single SIHMDS service for the South East of England, serving a population of over 6 million people across South London and the South East of England. The cytogenetics laboratory currently includes both G-banded karyotype analysis and FISH studies, with approximately 500–700 suspension FISH analyses reported each month. Within SE-HMDS the service is complemented by other genomic testing including WGS, SNP-A, NGS, Q-PCR and ddPCR. We are actively innovating and evolving our testing repertoire to support optimum patient care.

As Operations Lead / Principal Clinical Scientist your duties will include:

• Contribution to the management structure
• Communication and leadership to less senior team members
• Communication with service users and others within the wider SE-HMDS service
• Ensuring work is completed in a timely manner and to standards compliant with ISO 15189:2022
• Maintenance of advanced knowledge pertaining to the field to direct, provide advice and authorise cytogenetic findings
• Cascading of training in analysis and interpretation of routine and complex cytogenomic results

About Us

Your development and learning You will have a suite of learning opportunities available through The Synnovis Way Development programme, the Scientific Learning and Development Fund and the Synnovis Academy, through which you can receive funding/support for advanced qualifications such as apprenticeships, MScs, Higher Specialist Scientist Training (HSST) and PhDs.

Through our Innovation Accelerator Fund, you can apply for finance to support innovative projects and participate with the wider scientific community through symposiums, conferences and other peer group meetings. We support flexible working patterns and remote working for activities that can be performed off-site to promote a healthy work/life balance.

Details

Date posted: 10 October 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 8a

Salary: Depending on experience £64,156 to £71,148 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: J206 - VIS7431

Job locations: Kings College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS

Job Description

Job responsibilities

We are part of the SE Genomic Laboratory Hub; one of the largest providers of genomic testing in the UK and a national centre for specialist testing for cardiology, gastro-hepatology, haematology, neurology, respiratory and skin conditions. Synnovis is a pathology partnership between SYNLAB UK and Ireland, and the NHS, including sites at Guys & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust and Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, delivering and transforming pathology services across South East London. The partnership provides services to 1.7 million people in South East London and to many others from outside the region who use local healthcare services. It provides diagnostics, testing and digital pathology for hospital trusts, GP services and other healthcare providers.

Kings College Hospital Kings College Hospital Foundation Trust is a leading NHS Foundation Trust in specialist teaching with divisions including Neuroscience, Haematology, Cancer and Cardiovascular sciences, offering opportunities to develop and advance your career. Equality of opportunity is our policy; applications are welcome from applicants with a disability and reasonable adjustments can be made throughout the application process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC State registration as a Clinical Scientist
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• PhD/ FRCPath Part 1 in relevant subject or willingness to work towards these qualifications

Desirable

• Willing to work towards higher professional qualification (e.g., FRCPath Part 2 or HSST)

Experience

Essential

• Experience as a registered clinical scientist with detailed knowledge of Haemato-Oncological cytogenetics
• Oncological cytogenetics
• Coaching, coordinating and managing a team
• Experience in cascading training in analysis, interpretation and validation of cytogenomic results
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems
• Maintaining quality systems
• Experience and competence in writing and authorising cytogenetic diagnostic reports

Desirable

• Project management
• Experience with assay design, evaluation and validation and translation into diagnostic service

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of current trends in cancer genomics
• Day-to-day management of scientific team
• Training users of Laboratory Information Management Systems
• Ability to manage in a dynamic environment with multiple priorities
• Ability to translate complex information to colleagues at all levels
• Time management and prioritisation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a DBS check.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For information see NHS Careers.

Employer details

Employer: Synnovis Analytics

Address: Kings College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS

Employer's website: http://www.synnovis.co.uk/