The East Genomic Laboratory Hub (East GLH) is one of seven hubs in the Genomic Medicine Service. The East GLH is based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, the largest biomedical research campus in Europe home to two NHS flagship trusts, multiple world-class research institutes, the University of Cambridge Medical School and a thriving biopharma ecosystem. CUH is investing in leading specialised services across the region - including building new Children's and Cancer hospitals - and fostering innovation in health science and medical research.

Delivering Cancer Genomics testing to 31 NHS Trusts, serving over 9m people, is complex and challenging. The Cambridge Genomics Laboratory is therefore pleased to be recruiting experienced Clinical Scientists who can work in Solid Cancer.

The Cambridge Genomics Laboratory is the lead laboratory of the East GLH. It is a busy workplace undergoing transformation. The post holder will be able to analyse and report complex information to provide clinically relevant and timely reports to requesting clinicians.

You will join a dynamic establishment that iskeenly developing its staff, making a real difference to patients who are benefitting from the latest genomic testing technology.

Please do contact us for more information or an informal visit. You can also read more about us at www.eastgenomics.nhs.uk and about our published research here: https://www.eastgenomics.nhs.uk/research/our-publications/.

Main duties of the job

1. Responsible for delivery of existing and prospective solid cancer services by leading delivery in a key area including line management of scientists2. Analysis, interpretation, presentation and authorisation of solid cancer clinical reports3. Advise and inform clinical colleagues on pertinent aspects of solid cancer service delivery4. Contribute to the training and supervision of scientific staff including project students5. Contribute to the evolution and strategic direction of cancer molecular services including compliance with internal and external quality regulations

About us

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:

- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 22nd September 2024

Interviews are due to be held week commencing 30th September 2024

Benefits to you

At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.

On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.

CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.

Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First degree in an appropriate biological science
• Completion of a formal training programme in Laboratory Genetics, OR postgraduate qualification (PhD or equivalent) in relevant subject and externally assessed clinical genetics laboratory experience
• Completion of Part 1 FRCPath in Genetics OR PhD in relevant Human Genetics subject and actively preparing for part1 FRCPath

Desirable

• Part 2 FRCPath in Genetics, or working towards

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of working as a Clinical Scientist
• Research and development relevant to molecular genetic testing
• Project management
• Supervision / management of staff

Desirable

• Experience in whole genome sequencing and other specialised molecular genetics methods applied to cancer genetics

Skills

Essential

• Analysis of next generation panel and whole genome sequencing data in solid cancers
• Able to organise and manage complex activities
• Able to provide leadership and training to scientific, technical and clinical teams within the department, as required
• Able to maintain intense concentration on important tasks despite frequent interruptions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to use and manipulate lab computer systems and standard software packages
• Able to prepare and present complex scientific and clinical information at meetings or as part of a teaching commitment
• Able to develop new policies and protocols

Additional Requirements

Essential

• The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of kind, safe and excellent.
• Able to maintain self-control in difficult and challenging situations
• Self-confidence

Knowledge

Essential

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of next generation sequencing
• Thorough knowledge of human genetics and cancer
• Thorough knowledge of analytical methods, quality assurance and problem solving
• Good knowledge of general managerial procedures
• Knowledge of data protection requirements
• Thorough knowledge of requirements for Clinical Laboratory Accreditation

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division B

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

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