Job summary
*MOLECULAR LABORATORY EXPERIENCE IS ESSENTIAL*We are seeking a highly motivated associate practioners withexperience in molecular laboratory to help support our expandingdiagnostic work in the department.Candidates are expected to have previous experience as a MedicalLaboratory Assistant, Laboratory Technician or equivalent and to haveworked in a molecular diagnostic or academic laboratory. An eye fordetails and working in an organised manner is crucial to this role.Previous experience in diagnostics and sequencing would beadvantageous.The department provides an extensive range of investigations tosupport the specialist patient population of this tertiary referralpaediatric hospital, and also provides a specialist molecular service toother hospitals. This is an excellent opportunity to work as part of avery experienced and dedicated team to gain extra skills andknowledge of paediatric microbiology and sequencing, including NGS(Next Generation Sequencing).This is a vibrant, progressive, well equipped, and a ISO15189accredited laboratory.
Main duties of the job
- Participation in technical work in accordance with requirements of assigned laboratory section
- Registration of samples received into the laboratory and entering patient request data into IT systems
- Sample processing including nucleic acid extraction, DNA/RNA quantitation, sequencing library preparation, Sanger sequencing set up and storage of DNA / RNA using both manual and automated methods
- Perform work strictly according to current Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in order to facilitate the provision of accurate and timely reports
- Assist in the maintenance, preparation and amendment of SOPs
- Report to the Clinical Scientist or Senior Biomedical Scientist if work/systems fail to meet the specified standards and/or Turnaround Times
- Good understanding of the potential risks when handling infectious samples
About us
We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we'll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.
Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women's networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.
We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Two A Levels to include a science subject
- Foundation degree in biomedical science, HNC/HND in science, or equivalent
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Biological Science or Genetics degree (or equivalent)
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Highly developed pipetting skills
- Experience and some scientific knowledge of molecular biology techniques such as: nucleic acid extraction, quantitation of nucleic acid, PCR, Sanger Sequencing, NGS library preparation and sequencing (e.g. Sanger, NextSeq, MiSeq, Nanopore)
- Experience processing biological specimens
- Basic knowledge regarding molecular microbiology
- Experience working with laboratory equipment
- Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
- Knowledge of Data protection act
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in the NHS
- Previous laboratory work in a CPA/ISO or other accredited laboratory
- Experience in culture-based techniques
- Previous participation in UKAS ISO:15189 laboratory accreditation
- Experience with laboratory information management systems
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Careful, meticulous and able to follow instructions
- Able to prioritise, plan and organise workload effectively
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to communicate effectively both verbally, by email and by appropriate documentation
- Able to work under supervision
- Able to give instructions clearly
- Willing to adapt to changes in methodology
- Able to work as part of a team
- Organised approach to work and time management
- Able to train others
- Computer skills including word and excel
- Able to deal appropriately with sensitive information
- Confident telephone manner
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Two A Levels to include a science subject
- Foundation degree in biomedical science, HNC/HND in science, or equivalent
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Biological Science or Genetics degree (or equivalent)
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Highly developed pipetting skills
- Experience and some scientific knowledge of molecular biology techniques such as: nucleic acid extraction, quantitation of nucleic acid, PCR, Sanger Sequencing, NGS library preparation and sequencing (e.g. Sanger, NextSeq, MiSeq, Nanopore)
- Experience processing biological specimens
- Basic knowledge regarding molecular microbiology
- Experience working with laboratory equipment
- Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
- Knowledge of Data protection act
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in the NHS
- Previous laboratory work in a CPA/ISO or other accredited laboratory
- Experience in culture-based techniques
- Previous participation in UKAS ISO:15189 laboratory accreditation
- Experience with laboratory information management systems
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Careful, meticulous and able to follow instructions
- Able to prioritise, plan and organise workload effectively
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to communicate effectively both verbally, by email and by appropriate documentation
- Able to work under supervision
- Able to give instructions clearly
- Willing to adapt to changes in methodology
- Able to work as part of a team
- Organised approach to work and time management
- Able to train others
- Computer skills including word and excel
- Able to deal appropriately with sensitive information
- Confident telephone manner
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Great Ormond Street Hospital
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
