Genetic Technologist

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder is expected to:

• To be responsible for the timely delivery and reporting of genetic analyses
• Rotate through and become competent in discrete areas of Molecular Neuropathology as required; participate in other appropriate rotations as required.
• To be personally responsible for the time management of multiple tasks as described in the job description and to respond to the changing requirements of laboratory by accommodating additional tasks and responsibilities as required
• Maintain and routinely operate the complex analytical equipment used within the Multi-omic Medicine Service to ensure its accurate function; verify the results obtained in preparation for issue to service users
• To demonstrate and apply a thorough understanding of the technical, scientific and clinical principles involved in the delivery of the genetics service for which the job-holder has responsibility. This will include trouble-shooting of assays and techniques both existing and in development
• To lead and line manage the technical team.
• Oversee the identification of skills gaps and planning of training of all technical, and administrative roles within the associated work area.
• Oversee the delivery of training and development processes, including development of training materials and competency.
• Provide regular training-related reporting to senior management, and the Talent team, highlighting issues and risks, and measuring progress against agreed KPIs.
• Manage the employee compliance for Synnovis statutory/mandatory training in area.
• Safely collect, receive, record and dispose of samples intended for the Multi-omic Medicine Service
• Replenish supplies and resources used in analysis and for maintaining equipment and databases in the Multi-omic Medicine Service
• Continually feedback information on all the above to peers and senior colleagues
• Participate in regular review and audit of the operational aspects of the Multi-omic Medicine Service, updating practices, policies and their documentation; regularly participate in learning activities including research and development
• Adhere to ISO:15189 standards and actively participate in the quality management system

Synnovis is a pathology partnership between SYNLAB UK and Ireland,and the NHS, including sites, Guys & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust and Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, to deliver and transform pathology services across South East London.

The partnership provides services to 1.7 million people living in South East London, as well as to hundreds of thousands of patients from outside the region who use local healthcare services.

The partnership provides diagnostics, testing and digital pathology for hospital trusts, GP services and other healthcare providers.Kings College Hospital Foundation Trust is one of the UKs leading NHS Foundation Trusts in specialist teaching. Kings has various divisions including Neurosciences, Haematology, Cancer and Cardiovascular sciences, where there are unlimited opportunities to develop and perfect your career.

Over the last 170 years, Kings has delivered nothing but world class service to all its patients from deprived communities as well as some of the wealthiest in London.

Applications are welcomed from applicants with a disability.We can make reasonable adjustments and offer support and advice in a variety of ways throughout the application process. All applicants are welcome to apply regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, race, nationality or ethnic origin, religion, or sexual orientation. Equality of opportunity is our policy.

Our Bank workers enjoy competitive market rates and flexible contract assignments across all of our sites, dependant on your availability and location.

For our Permanent workforce we offer a competitive benefits package.As well as offering competitive salaries, all employees are also entitled to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Ground breaking personal development opportunities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 1st or 2nd class honours degree in genetics or biological science

Desirable

• Higher degree

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge Experience in a clinical laboratory (delivering clinical molecular genetic services) and experience of a wide range of genetics techniques and their clinical application and interpretation
• Experienced in the use of next generation sequencing technology

Desirable

• Experienced in the use of data analysis software and/or variant interpretation programmes
• Experienced in array wet lab work
• Line management experience
• Experience setting up or developing an assay

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Clear verbal and written skills in communication
• Understanding of QMS/ISO15189 guidelines

Desirable

• Experience of liquid handling robots for the automation of laboratory testing

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Synnovis Analytics

Address

King’s College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

Employer's website

http://www.synnovis.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)