Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated Clinical Scientist to join our comprehensive Genetics Service at Synnovis Genomics laboratory, part of the South East Genomic Laboratory Hub (SEGLH) based at Guy's Hospital. The postholder will work across both Prenatal and Reproductive Genetics and Developmental Disorders teams, providing prenatal and postnatal genetic testing via a variety of techniques such as QF-PCR, G-banded chromosome analysis and SNP array.
The successful applicant will be dedicated and enthusiastic with knowledge and experience of analysis, interpretation and reporting of genetic diagnostic results. Applicants should have good communication skills, be able to take initiative, support continual quality improvement and prioritise workload. The role requires consistent attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
Applications are invited from Clinical Scientists in Genetics. Consideration will be given to suitably experienced candidates who are expecting their HCPC Registration imminently.
We support flexible and/or remote working patterns.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be working across the Prenatal and Reproductive Genetics and Developmental Disorders teams, consisting of around 40 staff members in our technical and scientific teams. Our teams provide both a prenatal and postnatal genetic testing service, for a population of around 8.4 million people across South London and the South East, using QF-PCR, G-banded chromosome analysis, FISH and SNP array techniques.
The main duties of the role include:
- Providing expert analysis and interpretation of complex results in the context of the clinical referral in one or more service areas
- Responsibility for final checking and authorisation of a variety of reports across both PreRep and DevDis employing a high level of accuracy, attention to detail and expert scientific and clinical interpretation
- Providing highly specialised scientific advice and communicating results of complex tests to service users
- Taking an active role in the laboratory's quality management system
- Contributing to service development and improvement under the direction of the Operational Leads and/or the R&D Team
About us
The South East Genomics Laboratory Hub (SEGLH)
SEGLH is one of seven hubs that are commissioned to provide genomics services within England. It is led by the Synnovis Genomics laboratory based at Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and is made up of a consortium of laboratory providers in the South London, Kent, Surrey and Sussex region.
Synnovis
Synnovis is a pathology partnership between SYNLAB UK and Ireland, and the NHS, including sites, Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, to deliver and transform pathology services across South East London.
Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital Foundation Trust
Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital Foundation Trust is a major emergency and specialist teaching Trust and is also home to the Evelina Children's Hospital and the Cancer Centre on the Guy's site.
You will be close to the vibrant Borough Market and the South Bank, which are exceptional London locations; perfect places to work and relax next to such iconic venues as Big Ben, The London Eye and The Shard!
Your Development and Learning
You will have a suite of learning opportunities available through The Synnovis Way Development programme which is used across Synnovis to enable you to reach your potential, learn new skills and achieve your goals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
At Synnovis, we are currently shaping the future of pathology services by creating a world-leading Hub and Spoke pathology network with our NHS partners. A large part of this modernisation will involve moving 70% of our services to a purpose built, state of the art Hub laboratory in the heart of London. For now, the job you are applying for will be based at one of our hospital sites however, from 1 April 2024 our people and services will start to move to our Hub laboratory in Blackfriars, Southwark, SE1, with some work remaining in refurbished essential services laboratories across our hospital network, focusing on the rapid turnover of urgent tests. Please do ask your recruiting manager if you wish to find out more.
The post holder will be an experienced professional who has developed their skills and theoretical knowledge to a high standard, performing a highly complex role and continuously developing clinical, scientific and technical practice within a defined field.
They will be registered with the HCPC and will be proficient in analysis, interpretation and reporting of one or more areas within cytogenomics (variant interpretation, karyotype, breakage, QF-PCR, FISH, microarray and WGS CNV interpretation). They will be given responsibility for areas of service and service development and will be expected to support technical teams for a range of laboratory duties.
They will be responsible for ensuring that testing and reporting are completed to a high standard within target reporting times, and be responsible for checking and authorisation of a subset of reports.
The post holder will have duty scientist and test assignment responsibilities on a rotational basis and will be expected to act as a supportive member of the team.
They will be expected to take an active role in the laboratorys quality management system via regular audits, error investigation and review of laboratory protocols.
The postholder will be expected to manage and prioritise their workload, work independently and autonomously as well as promoting effective teamwork.
Continued professional development is encouraged via attendance and participation at journal clubs, internal and external meetings and national and international conferences.
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.
All employees are entitled to:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Ground breaking personal development opportunities
Job description
Job responsibilities
At Synnovis, we are currently shaping the future of pathology services by creating a world-leading Hub and Spoke pathology network with our NHS partners. A large part of this modernisation will involve moving 70% of our services to a purpose built, state of the art Hub laboratory in the heart of London. For now, the job you are applying for will be based at one of our hospital sites however, from 1 April 2024 our people and services will start to move to our Hub laboratory in Blackfriars, Southwark, SE1, with some work remaining in refurbished essential services laboratories across our hospital network, focusing on the rapid turnover of urgent tests. Please do ask your recruiting manager if you wish to find out more.
The post holder will be an experienced professional who has developed their skills and theoretical knowledge to a high standard, performing a highly complex role and continuously developing clinical, scientific and technical practice within a defined field.
They will be registered with the HCPC and will be proficient in analysis, interpretation and reporting of one or more areas within cytogenomics (variant interpretation, karyotype, breakage, QF-PCR, FISH, microarray and WGS CNV interpretation). They will be given responsibility for areas of service and service development and will be expected to support technical teams for a range of laboratory duties.
They will be responsible for ensuring that testing and reporting are completed to a high standard within target reporting times, and be responsible for checking and authorisation of a subset of reports.
The post holder will have duty scientist and test assignment responsibilities on a rotational basis and will be expected to act as a supportive member of the team.
They will be expected to take an active role in the laboratorys quality management system via regular audits, error investigation and review of laboratory protocols.
The postholder will be expected to manage and prioritise their workload, work independently and autonomously as well as promoting effective teamwork.
Continued professional development is encouraged via attendance and participation at journal clubs, internal and external meetings and national and international conferences.
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.
All employees are entitled to:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Ground breaking personal development opportunities
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in an appropriate biological science
- Evidence of CPD
- HCPC state registration (candidates nearing the end of the STP programme)
Experience
Essential
- Analysis and interpretation of diagnostic results
- Writing clinical diagnostic reports
Desirable
- Laboratory supervisory work
- Service development
- Diagnostic report checking and authorisation
- Previous experience working with karyotyping/microarray/QFPCR/FISH/ breakage
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of cytogenomics
- In-depth knowledge of genetic diagnosis
- Excellent organisation /planning skills
- Good interpersonal and team working skills
- Excellent IT skills
- Meticulous attention to detail
Desirable
- Comprehensive knowledge of prenatal diagnosis
- Participation in scientific meetings or scientific publications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in an appropriate biological science
- Evidence of CPD
- HCPC state registration (candidates nearing the end of the STP programme)
Experience
Essential
- Analysis and interpretation of diagnostic results
- Writing clinical diagnostic reports
Desirable
- Laboratory supervisory work
- Service development
- Diagnostic report checking and authorisation
- Previous experience working with karyotyping/microarray/QFPCR/FISH/ breakage
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of cytogenomics
- In-depth knowledge of genetic diagnosis
- Excellent organisation /planning skills
- Good interpersonal and team working skills
- Excellent IT skills
- Meticulous attention to detail
Desirable
- Comprehensive knowledge of prenatal diagnosis
- Participation in scientific meetings or scientific publications
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
