Genetic Technologist
NHS
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.Main duties of the jobAn exciting opportunity has arisen within Wessex Genomics Laboratory Service, Southampton Laboratory (WGLS), for a Genetic Technologist to join our team.The WGLS is a new integrated genomics testing service formed from the amalgamation of Wessex Regional Genetics Laboratory, now WGLS (Salisbury), and Molecular Pathology at University Hospital Southampton, now WGLS (Southampton) . The WGLS is an integral part of the Central & South Genomic Laboratory Hub, one of seven across England.This position will be recruited to the Southampton Laboratory, based at UHS.Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.About usAs one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.Due to the nature of this role and service, this role is on-site and the hours are as advertised. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service.Date posted19 September 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 5Salary£29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum (PA) Pro RataContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference number188-CL300924Job locationsSouthampton General HospitalTremona Rd,SouthamptonSO16 6YDJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYour ResponsibilitiesWhat youll doThe clinical service provides a comprehensive range of genomic investigations for haematological disease (including the regional BMT service), MRD, disease associations (including pharmacogenomics), lymphoma and solid tumours. The laboratory is part of a European network for molecular diagnostics QC, including NGS innovations in lymphoid clonality analysis. The laboratory works closely with other departments to enable the future provision of molecular diagnostics. You will engage in all aspects of the molecular diagnostics service and will support developments in personalised medicine.Further career development is encouraged, and the laboratory supports the training of a variety of programmes including IBMS, STP and HSST.You will be required to work 37.5 hours a week working flexibly as required, between 08:00 – 20:00 hrs. Due to the clinical operational requirements of Molecular Pathology, the post holder may be required to do some late working and be available to work Monday to Friday. You will be working with a team of Clinical Scientists, Biomedical Scientists, associate practitioners, and biomedical support workers.What were looking forWe are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated Genomic Technologist with experience and knowledge in molecular diagnostics to contribute to our molecular pathology service for the provision of increased genetic testing in UHS and the wider region. The successful candidate will be familiar with a range of diagnostic molecular techniques, such as NGS and their analysis.If you have strong communication, interpersonal skills and are committed to sharing our values of putting patients first, working together and always improving then we would love to hear from you.Additional informationInterviews will be held on Thursday, 10 October 2024Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesYour ResponsibilitiesWhat youll doThe clinical service provides a comprehensive range of genomic investigations for haematological disease (including the regional BMT service), MRD, disease associations (including pharmacogenomics), lymphoma and solid tumours. The laboratory is part of a European network for molecular diagnostics QC, including NGS innovations in lymphoid clonality analysis. The laboratory works closely with other departments to enable the future provision of molecular diagnostics. You will engage in all aspects of the molecular diagnostics service and will support developments in personalised medicine.Further career development is encouraged, and the laboratory supports the training of a variety of programmes including IBMS, STP and HSST.You will be required to work 37.5 hours a week working flexibly as required, between 08:00 – 20:00 hrs. Due to the clinical operational requirements of Molecular Pathology, the post holder may be required to do some late working and be available to work Monday to Friday. You will be working with a team of Clinical Scientists, Biomedical Scientists, associate practitioners, and biomedical support workers.What were looking forWe are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated Genomic Technologist with experience and knowledge in molecular diagnostics to contribute to our molecular pathology service for the provision of increased genetic testing in UHS and the wider region. The successful candidate will be familiar with a range of diagnostic molecular techniques, such as NGS and their analysis.If you have strong communication, interpersonal skills and are committed to sharing our values of putting patients first, working together and always improving then we would love to hear from you.Additional informationInterviews will be held on Thursday, 10 October 2024Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.Person SpecificationTrust ValuesEssential
Qualifications / training requiredEssential
Desirable
Previous or relevant experience necessaryEssential
Desirable
Person SpecificationTrust ValuesEssential
Qualifications / training requiredEssential
Desirable
Previous or relevant experience necessaryEssential
Desirable
£29970 – 36483 per year
Southampton
Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:16:23 GMT
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