Principal Clinical Scientist

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS is seeking a Clinical Scientist to lead Mycology services at Synnovis. This role offers a chance to work with advanced technologies, overseeing the development of diagnostic services while collaborating with experts. The successful applicant will require HCPC registration and a relevant MSc.

Benefits

Development programmes and funding for advanced qualifications

Access to innovation accelerator fund

Participation in symposiums and conferences

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist required.
• MSc in relevant subject or equivalent is essential.
• Proven experience in molecular and non-molecular assays validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support scientists in new diagnostic technologies validation.
• Oversee change control processes for new assays.
• Provide scientific leadership in developing Mycology services.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Knowledge of quality management systems

Research and development

Education

HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist

MSc in Mycology, microbiology, or molecular biology

FRCPath Part 1

PhD or equivalent higher degree

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented HCPC-registered Clinical Scientist to join the Synnovis Infection Sciences team at Blackfriars Hub, offering a specialist service to a wide range of complex patients. As part of the UK's leading and fastest-growing pathology company, you will work with state-of-the-art technologies in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Synnovis works in partnership with renowned institutions such as Guy's and St. Thomas' Hospitals, Royal Brompton & Harefield hospitals, King's College Hospital, Princess Royal University Hospital, and local CCG networks, with a commitment to setting the standard for the future of pathology. This exciting opportunity will allow you to contribute to the development and implementation of advanced diagnostic services while working alongside experts in the field.

This is a role for a Clinical scientist with experience in both Mycology and Bacteriology. They will be leading the Mycology service and helping to deliver a world class service under the guidance of the Consultant Clinical Scientist. This will involve working at the new Hub Building in Blackfriars, which will be operational by summer 2025. The successful candidate will have the chance to contribute to service innovation and play a pivotal role in translating new assays and technologies into clinical diagnostics.

We would consider a Microbiology Clinical scientist that would like to develop into the mycology role which we at Synnovis would support.

Main duties of the job

As a key member of the Synnovis Infection Sciences team, you will provide scientific leadership in the development and delivery of specialist Mycology and microbiology diagnostic services. You will be responsible for the validation, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of new molecular and non-molecular diagnostic assays, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and compliance with ISO 15189 and CEIVD/UKCA regulations.

The post holder will lead and support other scientists with in depth knowledge around validation, Change control, SOP, training and competency documentation and implementation of new technologies. The post holder will be responsible for managing efficient organisation and work flow in order to meet deadlines for the Hub to go live.

The post holder will provide scientific leadership and work closely with the Cross-site Service Delivery Manager/Transformation lead, Senior Clinical Scientist, Lead Clinical Scientist, Clinical Lead, Operations Managers and Biomedical Scientists in order to ensure provision of a high-quality diagnostic Mycology service.

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.

Through our Innovation Accelerator Fund, you can apply for finance to get that new innovative scientific project off the ground, and participate with the wider scientific community through symposiums, conferences and other peer group meetings.

The chance to join the Future Leaders in Innovation group and take part in symposiums, conferences, and peer meetings.

Job responsibilities

At Synnovis, we are currently shaping the future of pathology services by creating a world-leading Hub and Spoke pathology network with our NHS partners. A large part of this modernisation will involve moving 70% of our services to a purpose built, state of the art Hub laboratory in the heart of London. For now, the job you are applying for will be based at one of our hospital sites however, from 1 April 2024 our people and services will start to move to our Hub laboratory in Blackfriars, Southwark, SE1, with some work remaining in refurbished essential services laboratories across our hospital network, focusing on the rapid turnover of urgent tests. Please do ask your recruiting manager if you wish to find out more.

Key Responsibilities of the role:

• Leading and supporting scientists in the validation of new diagnostic technologies
• Overseeing change control processes, including the introduction of new assays and technologies
• Managing efficient workflows to meet project deadlines and supporting the transition of services to the new Hub
• Collaborating with service managers, clinical leads, and biomedical scientists to ensure a high-quality diagnostic service
• Providing training and supervision to laboratory staff, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills to implement new technologies
• Working with the Beaker LIMS team to integrate new assays into our laboratory information management system
• Ensuring the laboratorys quality management system complies with all regulatory requirements, including maintaining documentation and SOPs
• The successful candidate will also participate in service development meetings, contribute to the Target Operating Model (TOM), and play a vital role in the service migration plans to the Hub

Qualifications and Experience : To be considered for this position, you must have:

• HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist
• An MSc in a relevant subject (mycology, microbiology, or molecular biology) or equivalent
• Proven experience in the design, evaluation, and validation of molecular and non-molecular assays
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage projects and mentor junior staff
• Knowledge of quality management systems and regulatory requirements for ISO 15189 accreditation
• A track record of research and development, with experience translating new technologies into clinical service
• FRCPath Part 1
• PhD or equivalent higher degree with an emphasis on methods particularly related to mycology

Desirable qualifications and experience include :

• Willing to work towards higher professional qualification, for example: FRCPath Part 2, or working on HSST
• Experience in next-generation sequencing, result authorisation, and working in a UKAS-accredited laboratory
• Familiarity with Epic Beaker LIMS and other laboratory systems

Person Specification

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist
• MSc in a relevant subject (Mycology, microbiology, or molecular biology) or equivalent
• FRCPath Part 1 and a PhD or or working on HSST or equivalent in a relevant subject

Experience

• Proven experience in the design, evaluation, and validation of molecular and non-molecular assays
• Experience as a registered clinical scientist with a detailed working knowledge of the specific discipline
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage projects and mentor junior staff
• Experience in next-generation sequencing, result authorisation, and working in a UKAS-accredited laboratory
• Familiarity with Epic Beaker LIMS and other laboratory systems

Skills

• Knowledge of quality management systems and regulatory requirements for ISO 15189 accreditation
• A track record of research and development, with experience translating new technologies into clinical service
• Familiarity with molecular diagnostic software for example; sequence annotation, PCR primer design, bioinformatics etc

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Depending on experience£63,433 to £70,371 per annum depending on experience