Job summary
The All Wales Medical Genomics Service (AWMGS) currently has an opening for a qualifiedSection Lead to join the All Wales Medical Genomics Service working flexibly for 37.5 hours per week. The post is full time based at the University Hospital of Wales -however, please note that we will be relocating to a new facility at Cardiff Edge in 2023.More information can be found here regarding this exciting development:https://medicalgenomicswales.co.uk/index.php/homepage/professional-news/147-welsh-government-pledge-15-3m-to-fund-new-state-of-the-art-genomics-innovation-park
The post holder would be leadingone of the Cancersectionswith the objective ofdelivering current andimplementing new genomic services; working with a dedicated team of Clinical Scientists and Genetic Technologists to achieve an improvement in patient care across Wales.
We will be at the forefront of developing these services in the UK, working with Clinician's and patients' to identify what success looks like as a result of expandedgenomictesting in Wales.
Main duties of the job
The All Wales Genetic Laboratory provides national diagnostic services throughout Wales and also specialist services for the UK and worldwide. The service is rapidly evolving, responding to the changing needs of service users and genomic technologies. The laboratory service is closely integrated with many clinical disciplines, reflecting the growing number of specialties utilising genomic technologies.
- The post holder will be the Lead for one of the Clinicalsections in theGenetics Laboratory, and responsible for the workload and activity of staff within thatsection.
- The post holder will be an authorising member of the senior Genetics Laboratory team.
- To lead research and service development within the assignedsectionof theGenetics Laboratory working with relevant clinicians across Wales and theUK.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Boardis one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is"Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good Msc in Biological / Medical Science
- Clinical Scientist Registration
- Royal College of Pathologists part 1 membership (Genetics or relevant subject); equivalent of highly specialist post-MSc training.
Experience
Essential
- Sufficient experience of clinical genetics / specialist genetic services
- Broad general expertise in the delivery of a wide range of specialised, complex and non-routine molecular genetic diagnostic work.
- Experience in introducing and evaluating new techniques
- Experience of managing people or tasks in a laboratory environment
Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage staff effectively
- Highly develop laboratory skills for precise micro-manipulation of clinical samples.
- Excellent verbal, written communication, organisational and planning skills
- Able to critically analyse and interpret scientific data
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Highly developed specialist knowledge of genetics, over several disciplines of common disorders served by the laboratory and the UK Genetic testing Network (UKGTN) and/or specialist genetic services.
Personal Qualities (Demonstrable)
Essential
- Ability to work / liaise with all levels of staff and disciplines.
- Committed to providing a quality service
- Ability to work in an organized, efficient and accurate manner
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good Msc in Biological / Medical Science
- Clinical Scientist Registration
- Royal College of Pathologists part 1 membership (Genetics or relevant subject); equivalent of highly specialist post-MSc training.
Experience
Essential
- Sufficient experience of clinical genetics / specialist genetic services
- Broad general expertise in the delivery of a wide range of specialised, complex and non-routine molecular genetic diagnostic work.
- Experience in introducing and evaluating new techniques
- Experience of managing people or tasks in a laboratory environment
Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage staff effectively
- Highly develop laboratory skills for precise micro-manipulation of clinical samples.
- Excellent verbal, written communication, organisational and planning skills
- Able to critically analyse and interpret scientific data
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Highly developed specialist knowledge of genetics, over several disciplines of common disorders served by the laboratory and the UK Genetic testing Network (UKGTN) and/or specialist genetic services.
Personal Qualities (Demonstrable)
Essential
- Ability to work / liaise with all levels of staff and disciplines.
- Committed to providing a quality service
- Ability to work in an organized, efficient and accurate 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).
