Registered Clinical Scientist - Genetics

University Hospitals of Leicester; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in the UK is looking for a dedicated Clinical Scientist for their Leicestershire Genetics Centre. This Band 7 role offers an opportunity to engage in a variety of genomic and cytogenetic analyses and report preparation. Candidates should be HCPC registered with a strong focus on quality patient care. The Trust provides a supportive environment emphasizing professional growth, teamwork, and an inclusive culture. The role offers structured development programs and collaborative opportunities across related specialties.

Benefits

Structured professional development

Positive and inclusive culture

Opportunities to gain diagnostic experience

Qualifications

• Motivated and committed individual with HCPC registration.
• Enthusiastic about varied genomic techniques.
• Keen to develop professionally in a busy diagnostic service.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to NGS analysis for malignancies and solid tumours.
• Engage in microarray and chromosome analysis.
• Prepare clear diagnostic reports for genomic results.

Skills

HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist in Genetics/Genomics

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Flexibility across genomic techniques

Job description

About the Service

Band 7 Leicestershire Genetics Centre, Leicester Royal Infirmary University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

The Leicestershire Genetics Laboratory provides a high quality, patient centred diagnostic service as part of the East Genomic Laboratory Hub. Our team delivers a comprehensive range of genomic and cytogenetic investigations, with a strong and expanding focus on cancer testing using next generation sequencing (NGS). We also maintain a full constitutional cytogenetics service, ensuring that patients benefit from a complete genomic diagnostic pathway.

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and committed Clinical Scientist to join our friendly and supportive laboratory team. This Band 7 role provides an excellent opportunity for HCPC registered scientists who are ready to take on a varied and rewarding post.

You will work across all areas of the laboratory, contributing to:

• NGS analysis for haematological malignancies and solid tumours
• Microarray analysis
• Chromosome analysis
• FISH
• Interpretation of genomic results and preparation of clear, accurate diagnostic reports

You will be supported to develop your scientific, analytical and interpretive skills, and you will play an active role in ongoing service improvement. If required, we will provide full training in analytical techniques where experience is limited.

What We Are Looking For

We welcome applications from individuals who:

• Hold HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist in Genetics/Genomics
• Are enthusiastic about working flexibly across a wide range of genomic and cytogenetic techniques.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail, good communication skills, and a commitment to high quality patient care
• Are keen to develop professionally within a busy diagnostic service

We particularly encourage applications from recently registered scientists who are ready to take the next step in their careers.

What We Offer

At UHL we are committed to supporting staff to reach their full potential. In this role you will benefit from:

• A structured programme of professional development and CPD
• Opportunities to gain experience across the full diagnostic repertoire of a modern genetics laboratory
• Close links with Clinical Genetics, Haematology, Oncology, and Cellular Pathology
• The laboratory will be moving into brand new laboratory space in 2028
• A positive and inclusive culture where compassionate teamworking and patient focused practice are valued

Interview Process

Candidates invited to interview will be asked to deliver a short presentation on a recent case study, project, or audit they have undertaken.

Informal Enquiries

Please get in touch for informal discussions about the role:

Lara Cresswell, Head of Service
[e-mail]

This advert closes on Monday 16 Feb 2026

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk