Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Clinical Scientist in the Clinical Cytogenetics Laboratory in Leicester. The lab is a busy ISO 15189 accredited Local Genomic Laboratory, part of the East Genomic Laboratory Hub led by the Cambridge laboratory. Based in the Leicestershire Genetics Centre at the Leicester Royal Infirmary it is co-located with the Clinical Genetics Service with whom there are close links.
The lab provides a constitutional and acquired diagnostic service, including molecular pathology testing, and is a key part of the Haematological Malignancy Diagnostic Links (HMDL) Service for Leicestershire, Northampton and Rutland. As part of the pathology department at UHL, where there is a strong focus on pathology integration, the team work closely with haematology and cellular pathology services as well as with the Leicester Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory at the University of Leicester.
As part of the interview process candidates will be asked to prepare a 10 minute presentation on a recent case study, project or clinical audit that they have been involved in.
Informal enquires to Lara Cresswell (Head of Service) on 0116 258 5637 or by email lara.cresswell@uhl-tr.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
- To perform high-quality, accurate cytogenetic, microarray and molecular pathology analysis across the sample range, which involves working with a high level of concentration and visual skills. This involves the use of microscopy, an image analysis system, microarray software and related bioinformatic packages and relevant PCR and NGS software.
- To provide appropriate interpretation and prepare informative reports to referring clinicians, which includes recommendations for future testing and clinical outcomes, under the guidance of registered scientists, the Section Heads or Head of Service.
- To check the accuracy of the cytogenetic/microarray/molecular pathology analysis including the interpretation and report-writing of the analysis performed by registered scientist colleagues.
- To participate in staff rotation through all laboratory sections to achieve experience and to assist in the full range of procedures.
About us
As one of the very largest NHS Trusts in the country, our contribution to our communities goes way beyond direct health; we are the largest employer in our region, we educate and train the staff of the future, we push research boundaries and with our £1bn turnover we are an economic engine for the wider East Midlands and beyond.
This is particularly exciting time for Leicester's Hospitals. We have been given £450m by the Government to provide a host of new facilities and reconfigure services between our three main sites. Flagship projects include a new Children's Hospital, a new Maternity Hospital, a new Treatment Centre and two new Intensive Care Units. Equally importantly, we are going"paperless", with a £12m investment in our NerveCentre computer system to help our team deliver world class care.
We want to continue to improve everything that we do, so that we can achieve our Vision: Caring at its best for every patient, every time. Our Quality Strategy,"Becoming the Best",describes how we are doing that in a determined, targeted and systematic way, with our staff the champions of change and our patients not just beneficiaries but partners
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an integral part of the East GLH the Leicester team, you will undertake genomic analysis on NGS data generated in the hub laboratory in line with the NHSE Genomic Test directories offering plenty of opportunity for career development.
To perform high-quality, accurate cytogenetic, microarray and molecular pathology analysis across the sample range, which involves working with a high level of concentration and visual skills. This involves the use of microscopy, an image analysis system, microarray software and related bioinformatic packages and relevant PCR and NGS software.
To provide appropriate interpretation and prepare informative reports to referring clinicians, which includes recommendations for future testing and clinical outcomes, under the guidance of registered scientists, the Section Heads or Head of Service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an integral part of the East GLH the Leicester team, you will undertake genomic analysis on NGS data generated in the hub laboratory in line with the NHSE Genomic Test directories offering plenty of opportunity for career development.
To perform high-quality, accurate cytogenetic, microarray and molecular pathology analysis across the sample range, which involves working with a high level of concentration and visual skills. This involves the use of microscopy, an image analysis system, microarray software and related bioinformatic packages and relevant PCR and NGS software.
To provide appropriate interpretation and prepare informative reports to referring clinicians, which includes recommendations for future testing and clinical outcomes, under the guidance of registered scientists, the Section Heads or Head of Service.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Science degree, 2.2 (Hons) minimum and Certificate of competence in Clinical Cytogenetics (or equivalent) or MSc and MSC certificate of workplace based training in genetics
- Registration as Clinical Scientist with HCPC
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in writing clinical diagnostic reports and interpretation of results. Experience in literature searches and using databases including relevant bioinformatic resources. Experience in process and Clinical audits. Knowledge of laboratory accreditation
Desirable
- Experience in molecular pathology analysis. Ability to carry out R&D development
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to supervise junior staff
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Good technical and analytical skills. Ability to analyse cytogenetic preparations using microscopy and image analysis
Desirable
- Molecular pathology testing and NGS analysis. Ability to analyse haematological cytogenetic preparations
Planning and Organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure. Good personal organisational and presentation skills
Desirable
- Team organisational skills
Physical skills
Essential
- Required to perform microscope analysis in restricted position for extended period of time
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Science degree, 2.2 (Hons) minimum and Certificate of competence in Clinical Cytogenetics (or equivalent) or MSc and MSC certificate of workplace based training in genetics
- Registration as Clinical Scientist with HCPC
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in writing clinical diagnostic reports and interpretation of results. Experience in literature searches and using databases including relevant bioinformatic resources. Experience in process and Clinical audits. Knowledge of laboratory accreditation
Desirable
- Experience in molecular pathology analysis. Ability to carry out R&D development
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to supervise junior staff
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Good technical and analytical skills. Ability to analyse cytogenetic preparations using microscopy and image analysis
Desirable
- Molecular pathology testing and NGS analysis. Ability to analyse haematological cytogenetic preparations
Planning and Organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure. Good personal organisational and presentation skills
Desirable
- Team organisational skills
Physical skills
Essential
- Required to perform microscope analysis in restricted position for extended period of time
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).
