Trainee Clinical Scientist- Genomics (route 2)

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cardiff is seeking a Trainee Clinical Scientist in Genomics. This 3-year fixed-term role is ideal for science graduates eager to apply their knowledge in patient care. The successful candidate will participate in a nationally recognized training program, gaining valuable experience in a unique healthcare setting. Proficiency in Welsh is desirable, and the role emphasizes teamwork and respect for all.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in relevant science required.
• Proficiency in Welsh is desirable.
• Passion for patient care and science.

Responsibilities

• Follow a work-based learning programme.
• Achieve registered clinical scientist status.
• Apply scientific knowledge in healthcare.

Skills

Knowledge of Genomics

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Honours degree in a pure or applied science

Job description

NHS Wales - Trainee Clinical Scientists Genomics (route 2). An exciting opportunity to use your honours degree in a pure or applied science relevant to genomics for patient and public benefit and gain 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 inspired to apply their 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 postgraduate training programme in Genomics for high-calibre science graduates passionate about science and its role in patient care.

The Trainee Clinical Scientist (route 2) will be employed by the host organisation for a fixed term of three years. During this time, they will follow a work-based learning programme combined with the Academy of Health Care Science Equivalence Pathway to achieve registered clinical scientist status.

AWMGS, Cardiff University, Wales Gene Park, the Pathogen Genomics Unit (PenGU), and Welsh Government collaborate to deliver the Genomics for Precision Medicine Strategy for patients within Wales, aligning with the Genome UK publication for a unified approach across all four nations.

We are looking for someone who shares our values:

• We care about the people we serve and work with
• We trust one another
• We respect each other
• We take personal responsibility
• We treat people with kindness
• We act with integrity

Proficiency in Welsh is desirable; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, employing over 17,000 staff across 6 hospital sites, serves over 500,000 people. We focus on local health and care needs, regional service development, and improving health outcomes through our mission "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together" and our 10-year strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Charlotte Carpenter
Job title: Training Manager
Email: [e-mail]