Trainee Clinical Scientist - Genomics

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW); Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Trainee Clinical Scientist in Genomics. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine academic learning with practical experience in a dynamic field. Over three years, you will gain a master's degree while working closely with leading professionals in the genomics sector. Contribute to innovative healthcare strategies aimed at improving patient outcomes across Wales. If you're passionate about science and its impact on patient care, this is the perfect opportunity to kickstart your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in relevant science is essential for this role.
• Master's degree will be gained during the training period.

Responsibilities

• Engage in a work-based learning programme combined with academic studies.
• Contribute to the Genomics for Precision Medicine Strategy.

Skills

Scientific knowledge

Research skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Honours degree in pure or applied science

Master's degree (MSc)

Job description

NHS Wales - Trainee Clinical Scientists

Genomics

Exciting opportunities to use your honours degree in a pure or applied science relevant to genomics for patient and public benefit. Gain a master's degree and specialist work-based experience through a nationally recognised training programme. Starting salary will be on the first point of Band 6 on a 3-year fixed-term contract.

Healthcare science is one of the most exciting and dynamic areas to work in. Join a unique team who are inspired to apply their exceptional scientific knowledge and skills to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease and the rehabilitation of patients.

The NHS in Wales is offering 1 salaried post-graduate training programme in Genomics for high-calibre science graduates who are passionate about science and its role in patient care.

The Trainee Clinical Scientist will be employed by the host organisation for a fixed term of three years. During this time, they will work through a work-based programme of learning. This will be combined with an academic programme at master's (MSc) level over the three-year period.

The first part of the academic programme will introduce the basic science and theoretical background of the rotational disciplines and their application in clinical science within health, as well as providing an introduction to healthcare services and values. The master's degree includes a research project within year 2/3.

AWMGS together with Cardiff University, Wales Gene Park, the Pathogen Genomics Unit (PenGU), and Welsh Government are working to deliver the Genomics for Precision Medicine Strategy for patients within Wales. This is a highly exciting and innovative strategy with opportunities for staff, patients, the public, and healthcare professionals across Wales. Furthermore, the publication of the Genome UK has established the need for a unified approach to Genomics across all four nations.

We are searching for someone who shares our values that:

1. We care about the people we serve and the people we work with
2. We trust one another
3. We respect each other
4. We take personal responsibility
5. We treat people with kindness
6. We act with integrity

This is a three-year post-graduate programme, and the successful candidates will be employed by an NHS Wales organisation for the duration of their training and will be based in one of:

1. 1x Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, Wales Genomic Health Centre

The training is aligned with the Scientific Training Programme (STP) and supported by the National School of Healthcare Science. Posts are due to commence in September 2025.

Trainees may be required to rotate, which may involve secondments at other locations, within Wales for short periods of time. On completion of the STP, prospects for permanent employment within Wales are excellent. For individuals with aptitude, commitment and flexibility there are opportunities to progress through the career pathway. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are motivated to pursue their career within Wales.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.