Job summary
NHS Wales - Trainee Clinical ScientistsClinical Scientific Computing Exciting opportunities to use your computing or science degree for patient and public benefit Gain a masters degree and specialist work-based experience through a nationally recognised training programme Starting salary will be on the first point of Band 6 on a 3-year fixed-term contract
Healthcare science is one of the most exciting and dynamic areas to work in. Join a unique team who are inspired to apply their exceptional scientific and computing knowledge and skills to support and develop processes that prevent, diagnose and treat disease and the rehabilitation of patients.
The NHS in Wales is offering 2 salaried post-graduate training programmes in Clinical Scientific Computing for high-calibre science graduates who are passionate about science and its role in patient care.
The Trainee Clinical Scientist will be employed by the host organisation for a fixed term of three years. During this time, they will work through a work-based programme of learning.
The academic program will be delivered at Newcastle and Manchester. The first part of the programme will introduce the basic science and theoretical background of the rotational disciplines and their application in clinical science within health, as well as providing an introduction to healthcare services and values. The master's degree includes a research project within year 2/3.
Main duties of the job
Hywel Dda University Health Board, TriTech Institute (Clinical Physiology)
- The post in Hywel Dda is supported by clinical physiology, TriTech institute and innovations, and digital services. The successful applicant will learn how clinical scientific computing supports patients on cardiac and respiratory pathways; helping to develop innovative solutions to improve the delivery of diagnostics and interventions. TriTech institute and innovations offers opportunities in research, development and evaluation of health and wellbeing innovations.
Swansea Bay University Health Board, Morriston Hospital (Rehabilitation Engineering)
- The post in Swansea Bay at the Rehabilitation Engineering Unit (REU), located in the purpose-built Specialist Rehabilitation Centre at Morriston Hospital. The multi-disciplinary team assess, design and manufacture medical devices, providing engineering solutions to improve the function, mobility and quality of life of people with complex disabilities. Successful applicants will support the department in its service development, innovation and research activities, including links with Swansea University. The successful trainee placed in REU will develop connections across the Health Board, and work with some of the 120 therapists, scientists, and technicians within Medical Physics & Clinical Engineering.
About us
This is a three-year post-graduate programme, and the successful candidates will be employed by an NHS Wales organisation for the duration of their training and will be based in one of:
- 1x Hywel Dda University Health Board, TriTech Institute (Clinical Physiology)
- 1x Swansea Bay University Health Board, Morriston Hospital (Rehabilitation Engineering)
APPLICANTS MUST STATE IN SUPPORTING INFORMATION:
Preferred training centre(s) (location) - HDUHB / SBUHB (can state more than one)
The training is aligned with the Scientific Training Programme (STP) and supported by the National School of Healthcare Science.
Posts are due to commence in September 2025.
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
Trainees will be required to rotate through other areas, which may involve placements at other locations. On completion of training, prospects for permanent employment within Wales are excellent. For individuals with aptitude and commitment there are opportunities to progress through the career pathway to Consultant Clinical Scientist. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are motivated to pursue their career within Wales.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
For further information about these training positions, please contact:
- Nerys James / nerys.james2@wales.nhs.uk for HD UHB, TriTech Institute
- Mark Bowtell / mark.bowtell@wales.nhs.uk for SBUHB, Morriston Hospital
Informal visits are highly recommended.
Interviews will be held face-to-face.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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
Trainees will be required to rotate through other areas, which may involve placements at other locations. On completion of training, prospects for permanent employment within Wales are excellent. For individuals with aptitude and commitment there are opportunities to progress through the career pathway to Consultant Clinical Scientist. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are motivated to pursue their career within Wales.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
For further information about these training positions, please contact:
- Nerys James / nerys.james2@wales.nhs.uk for HD UHB, TriTech Institute
- Mark Bowtell / mark.bowtell@wales.nhs.uk for SBUHB, Morriston Hospital
Informal visits are highly recommended.
Interviews will be held face-to-face.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2.1) in a pure or applied science relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. (Applicants with a relevant 2.2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying).
- Have an understanding of quality control and management assurance in a science or work-based context.
- Has an understanding of the role of their chosen specialism in healthcare and disease and its application in a healthcare setting.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge acquired through study and experience to formulate appropriate advice and judgments.
- Have taken part in supervised clinical activity to postgraduate diploma level.
Desirable
- For all candidates evidence of research experience, e.g., in the form of a higher degree or equivalent evidence of scientific and academic capability, is considered desirable.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- A committed in-depth interest in Scientific Practice and its application to direct clinical care of patients in a clinical environment.
- Ability to develop proficiency in the performance of routine and complex techniques currently in use where they are training and the ability to develop and validate new techniques.
- Ability to design research investigations and experiments.
- Able to identify problems associated with scientific equipment, inappropriate testing, and incompatible results and to investigate these, plan corrective action confirming appropriateness with senior colleagues and follow up.
- Ability to work under pressure and ability to prioritise and plan work.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh (please delete as appropriate).
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2.1) in a pure or applied science relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. (Applicants with a relevant 2.2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying).
- Have an understanding of quality control and management assurance in a science or work-based context.
- Has an understanding of the role of their chosen specialism in healthcare and disease and its application in a healthcare setting.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge acquired through study and experience to formulate appropriate advice and judgments.
- Have taken part in supervised clinical activity to postgraduate diploma level.
Desirable
- For all candidates evidence of research experience, e.g., in the form of a higher degree or equivalent evidence of scientific and academic capability, is considered desirable.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- A committed in-depth interest in Scientific Practice and its application to direct clinical care of patients in a clinical environment.
- Ability to develop proficiency in the performance of routine and complex techniques currently in use where they are training and the ability to develop and validate new techniques.
- Ability to design research investigations and experiments.
- Able to identify problems associated with scientific equipment, inappropriate testing, and incompatible results and to investigate these, plan corrective action confirming appropriateness with senior colleagues and follow up.
- Ability to work under pressure and ability to prioritise and plan work.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh (please delete as appropriate).
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).
