An exciting opportunity has arisen in the West Midlands Regional Genetics Laboratory (WMRGL) for Clinical Scientists. The posts will be based in either the Rare Disease and Reproductive Genomics or Cancer programme, with a mixture of permanent and fixed term (12 to 24 month) contracts available.

Applicants should have good interpersonal skills, a background in genetics, a strong interest in driving and improving the quality of diagnostic services and be able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Flexible/limited remote working will be considered.

Demonstrable knowledge and experience of genomic technology and the interpretation of a range of scientific data is essential, along with the ability to undertake a range of focused and complex clinical analytical tasks with attention to detail.

Main duties of the job

The WMRGL is the designated Genomic Laboratory Hub (GLH) leading the Central & South GLH Consortium providing state of the art genomic analysis to patients referred with rare disease and/or cancer. Our workforce is fundamental to the successful delivery of this high-profile service.

Appointment will be dependent on qualifications and experience. We are committed to continuous development and have an active Continuing Professional Development programme available to all staff. We welcome applications from individuals with an MSc or PhD in Genetics, or significant laboratory/ analysis experience in a relevant clinical setting. For those candidates who are not yet registered they will be expected to work toward HCPC registration and would be appointed on a salary band appropriate for their experience.

About us

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care.

Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.

Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.

Forward Thinking Birmingham (FTB) Mental Health Services are a unique, innovative community and inpatient mental health partnership. Alongside partners FTB offers care pathways of mental health assessment and treatment for young people aged 0-25 years old.

Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holders will be required to take responsibility for testing and reporting of specialised genomic diagnostic investigations and for managing areas of existing service work in the laboratory and be able to work to tight deadlines. Applicants should possess excellent communication and team leadership skills, have resilience and be able to work independently as required.

For further information about the post please contact Jennie Bell on 0121 335 8035

Closing Date: Interview Date: TBC

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.

When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Science degree (first or second class with Honours or higher degree)
• Certificate of Competence/MSC healthcare scientist training programme (or equivalent)
• State Registration with the Health Professional Council
• Actively preparing for FRCPath (Part 1) or assessed equivalent experience
• Active participation in CPD
• Participation in departmental seminars/journal clubs

Desirable

• Contribute to departmental publications
• Completed Training for Trainers

Knowledge

Essential

• Good technical and analysis skills
• Detailed knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of laboratory genetics
• Experience of writing clinical diagnostic reports requiring clinical knowledge and clinical interpretation of results.

Desirable

• Post registration experience in clinical diagnostic genetics
• Involvement in new developments for the department
• Evidence of additional role(s) within the department
• Experience of authorisation of reports.

Analytic And Judgement

Essential

• Experience of genomic variant analysis and interpretation
• Experience of troubleshooting/problem solving and investigating non-compliance

PROFESSIONAL / MANAGERIAL / SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Ability to communicate highly complex information in both verbal and written formats
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to gather and assimilate information i.e. literature searches, use of internet and relevant clinical databases. Computer literacy is essential.
• Competence in applying Health, Safety & Risk knowledge based on legislation in a laboratory setting

Desirable

• Evidence of ability to supervise and manage a service, or small group of services.

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Birmingham Women's Hospital

Mindlesohn Way

Birmingham

B15 2TG

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