Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Wessex Genomics Laboratory Service for a full-time laboratory training lead with suitable experience and qualifications in genomics to lead the training requirements for the technical service.
WGLS is a new integrated genomics testing service formed from the amalgamation of Wessex Regional Genetics Laboratory, operating from Salisbury District Hospital, and Molecular pathology, operating from University Hospital Southampton (UHS). The WGLS is a member of the Central & South Genomic Laboratory Hub.
The successful candidate will manage the laboratory training programme for both sites, covering a range of supporting, technical and scientific roles. The training programme will need to meet all regulatory needs such as BSI Standard ISO15189 accreditation.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
This post will be based across both WGLS laboratories at Southampton General Hospital and Salisbury District Hospital. We will be able to offer flexible working arrangements between each site, in line with service needs. There is a plan to amalgamate the two laboratories on to one site, based in Southampton, this is an ongoing and long-term project and all staff will be given at least one years notice of any site move. This will provide an exciting opportunity for you to lead on planning the training requirements of a site move.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the Job Description and Main Responsibilities section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the Job Description and Main Responsibilities section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of employment in an establishment delivering high standards of quality output
- Knowledge and experience of using hospital IT systems
- Knowledge of medical laboratory quality requirements including quality systems, auditing, document control and accreditation standards
- Significant previous experience in supervising and supporting staff in training
Qualifications
Essential
- Be educated to degree level and possess an appropriate BSc qualification
- Working toward completion of, or holding, a relevant MSc or equivalent qualification or experience
- Registered Biomedical Scientist or Clinical Scientist with the Health Care Professions Council or experience as a senior genetic technologist
- Participation in Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Desirable
- Working towards completion of, or holding a relevant training or teaching qualification
- Management or leadership qualifications
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of employment in an establishment delivering high standards of quality output
- Knowledge and experience of using hospital IT systems
- Knowledge of medical laboratory quality requirements including quality systems, auditing, document control and accreditation standards
- Significant previous experience in supervising and supporting staff in training
Qualifications
Essential
- Be educated to degree level and possess an appropriate BSc qualification
- Working toward completion of, or holding, a relevant MSc or equivalent qualification or experience
- Registered Biomedical Scientist or Clinical Scientist with the Health Care Professions Council or experience as a senior genetic technologist
- Participation in Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Desirable
- Working towards completion of, or holding a relevant training or teaching qualification
- Management or leadership qualifications
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
