Job summary
Applications are invited from exceptional, self-motivated HCPC-registered Clinical Scientists (cancer genomics, molecular or cytogenetics) for the role of Deputy Head of Cytogenetics and Molecular Oncology.
The post holder will lead on areas of scientific, clinical and operational management of the service and deputise for the Head of Department. The post holder will be involved in the analysis and reporting of complex genomic results including molecular tests, cytogenetics and whole genome sequencing (WGS). The post holder will contribute to the research and development of genomic testing for cancer patients including supporting the senior management team with the strategic vision of the service. The post holder will contribute to training and mentoring of the scientific workforce both within the organisation and across the North Thames Genomic Laboratory Hub (GLH).
Informal enquiries can be made to Marianne Grantham (marianne.grantham@nhs.net / 0203 246 0427
Main duties of the job
The Deputy Head of Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology supports the Head of Department in the scientific, operational, and quality management of cytogenetic and molecular haematology services across the East and South East London Pathology Partnership.The post-holder will deputise for the Head of Department as required, providing leadership and delegated oversight across both Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology sections to ensure the delivery of a safe, efficient, and high-quality diagnostic service.They will contribute to strategic service development, workforce planning, and continuous improvement initiatives in line with the NHS England National Genomic Test Directory, ISO 15189:2022 standards, and the Pathology Partnership's clinical and business objectives.
About us
The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.
The Pathology Partnership was formed in May 2021. Between 2021 and 2024 the Partnership undertook a complex transformation programme to establish a single network of laboratories, underpinned by a single Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and single Quality Management System (QMS).
The Partnership has a main hub laboratory at the Royal London Hospital and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at the six other hospital sites served by the Partnership.
The Partnership has three operational divisions:
Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry
Microbiology and Virology
Cellular Pathology and Cancer Diagnostics
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within the Pathology Partnership and Barts Health at this band
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience at a senior management level in a diagnostic laboratory providing services for cancer genomics
- Experience in recruiting and managing scientific, technical and administrative staff
- Knowledge and experience of Quality Management
- Significant theoretical knowledge and practical experience in genomic techniques
- Experience of leading the design, validation and implementation of new processes, kits, reagents and equipment
Desirable
- Experience in managing laboratory resources
Experience
Essential
- Proven organisational skills, with methodical and adaptable approach to all tasks.
- Must be able to form plans, adjusting those plans to the unique situation for each management or clinical scenario
- Must be able to work autonomously, prioritising own workload and those of staff in the Laboratory
- Must be able to develop and implement a range of policies across all aspects of the service
- Ability to take overall strategic responsibility for managing aspects of the department
- Must be able to apply own judgement to the interpretation of a range of highly complex
- laboratory results, correctly analysing the data and providing clinical interpretation
- Must be able to take into account patient clinical history, including relevance of patient disease type and stage, treatments before providing clinical judgement on results
- Able to lead quality improvement changes to all areas of the laboratory
- Computing skills (Microsoft Office), with experience in using Laboratory Information Systems and bioinformatics software
Knowledge
Essential
- Highly developed specialist knowledge in cancer genomics
- In depth understanding of all aspects of cancer genomics including in haematological malignancies and solid tumours
- Strong knowledge of national genomics policies and strategy
Qualifications
Essential
- FRCPath in MPAD (Part 1)
- Registered with HCPC as Clinical Scientist
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Experience of supervising staff
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience at a senior management level in a diagnostic laboratory providing services for cancer genomics
- Experience in recruiting and managing scientific, technical and administrative staff
- Knowledge and experience of Quality Management
- Significant theoretical knowledge and practical experience in genomic techniques
- Experience of leading the design, validation and implementation of new processes, kits, reagents and equipment
Desirable
- Experience in managing laboratory resources
Experience
Essential
- Proven organisational skills, with methodical and adaptable approach to all tasks.
- Must be able to form plans, adjusting those plans to the unique situation for each management or clinical scenario
- Must be able to work autonomously, prioritising own workload and those of staff in the Laboratory
- Must be able to develop and implement a range of policies across all aspects of the service
- Ability to take overall strategic responsibility for managing aspects of the department
- Must be able to apply own judgement to the interpretation of a range of highly complex
- laboratory results, correctly analysing the data and providing clinical interpretation
- Must be able to take into account patient clinical history, including relevance of patient disease type and stage, treatments before providing clinical judgement on results
- Able to lead quality improvement changes to all areas of the laboratory
- Computing skills (Microsoft Office), with experience in using Laboratory Information Systems and bioinformatics software
Knowledge
Essential
- Highly developed specialist knowledge in cancer genomics
- In depth understanding of all aspects of cancer genomics including in haematological malignancies and solid tumours
- Strong knowledge of national genomics policies and strategy
Qualifications
Essential
- FRCPath in MPAD (Part 1)
- Registered with HCPC as Clinical Scientist
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Experience of supervising staff
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
