Senior Clinical Scientist

Job title:

Senior Clinical Scientist

Company

Barts Health NHS Trust

Job description

Job summaryEast & South East London Pathology PartnershipBand 8a HCPC-registered Senior Clinical Scientist in Cytogenetics and Molecular HaematologyApplications are invited from exceptional, self-motivated HCPC-registered Clinical Scientists (cancer genomics, molecular or cytogenetics) to join the Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology Department.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will have operational management of a designated area of the service. The post holder will be involved in the analysis and reporting of complex genomic results including molecular tests, cytogenetics and whole genome sequencing (WGS). The post holder will be involved in the research and development of genomic testing for cancer patients. The post holder will contribute to training and mentoring of the scientific workforce both within the organisation and across the North Thames Genomic Laboratory Hub (GLH).About usThe NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.The Pathology Partnership is based on well-established models for pathology networks, with the Royal London Hospital becoming the main hub laboratory for the network and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at all other Hospital sites.We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.The 2020/21 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £126m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 822 WTE. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this bandJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.Informal enquiries can be made to Marianne Grantham. Phone: 0203 246 0118 Email: marianne.grantham@nhs.net.Job description
Job responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.Informal enquiries can be made to Marianne Grantham. Phone: 0203 246 0118 Email: marianne.grantham@nhs.net.Person SpecificationExperienceEssential

• Significant experience (in excess of 5 years) of working in cancer genomics within a diagnostic NHS laboratory
• Experience and competence in writing complex clinical diagnostic reports
• Experience of laboratory management and supervisory work

Desirable

• Experience of analysing and reporting whole genome sequencing
• Experience of teaching undergraduate / postgraduate students and clinical staff

SkillsEssential

• Able to undertake advanced Molecular Pathology techniques including analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Experience of using bioinformatics tools to analyse and interpret complex genetic data
• Good negotiating and influencing skills

KnowledgeEssential

• Strong understanding of cytogenetics and molecular genetics
• Specialist knowledge of haematological disorders and solid cancers including theoretical understanding of other diagnostic specialities involved in patient diagnosis and management.
• In depth knowledge of quality management systems and ISO15189 standards
• Strong understanding of cytogenetics and molecular genetics Specialist knowledge of haematological disorders and solid cancers including theoretical understanding of other diagnostic specialities involved in patient diagnosis and management. In depth knowledge of quality management systems and ISO15189 standards Excellent operational and process management expertise

QualificationsEssential

• BSc in an appropriate Biological Science (1st or 2nd class)
• FRCPath part 1 or PhD in Haem/Onc/Genetics
• HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist

Desirable

• Management qualification or demonstrable substantive experience.

OtherEssential

• Reliable, responsible and organised
• Able to lead a team
• Good interpersonal skills
• Adaptable and flexible
• Ability to work under pressure
• Respects confidentiality

Desirable

• Awareness of scientific developments and modern technology in discipline and how they may influence the future of Pathology

Person Specification
ExperienceEssential

• Significant experience (in excess of 5 years) of working in cancer genomics within a diagnostic NHS laboratory
• Experience and competence in writing complex clinical diagnostic reports
• Experience of laboratory management and supervisory work

Desirable

• Experience of analysing and reporting whole genome sequencing
• Experience of teaching undergraduate / postgraduate students and clinical staff

SkillsEssential

• Able to undertake advanced Molecular Pathology techniques including analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Experience of using bioinformatics tools to analyse and interpret complex genetic data
• Good negotiating and influencing skills

KnowledgeEssential

• Strong understanding of cytogenetics and molecular genetics
• Specialist knowledge of haematological disorders and solid cancers including theoretical understanding of other diagnostic specialities involved in patient diagnosis and management.
• In depth knowledge of quality management systems and ISO15189 standards
• Strong understanding of cytogenetics and molecular genetics Specialist knowledge of haematological disorders and solid cancers including theoretical understanding of other diagnostic specialities involved in patient diagnosis and management. In depth knowledge of quality management systems and ISO15189 standards Excellent operational and process management expertise

QualificationsEssential

• BSc in an appropriate Biological Science (1st or 2nd class)
• FRCPath part 1 or PhD in Haem/Onc/Genetics
• HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist

Desirable

• Management qualification or demonstrable substantive experience.

OtherEssential

• Reliable, responsible and organised
• Able to lead a team
• Good interpersonal skills
• Adaptable and flexible
• Ability to work under pressure
• Respects confidentiality

Desirable

• Awareness of scientific developments and modern technology in discipline and how they may influence the future of Pathology

Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 .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. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeAdditional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 .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. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeEmployer detailsEmployer nameBarts Health NHS Trust
AddressPathology and Pharmacy Building80 Newark StreetLondonE1 2ESEmployer’s website

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Location

London

Job date

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 23:58:46 GMT

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