Overview
In this role you will lead and develop a high-quality diagnostic genomics service within the Genomics Central Laboratory, collaborating across the NEY region. You will provide scientific leadership for a clinical area and advise consultants, helping shape national best-practice. The post supports cutting-edge sequencing technologies and translation of research into patient care. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to personalised cancer diagnostics and inherited disease testing at LTHT.
Pay / Benefits
- New NHS pay scales from 2024/25
- 27 days’ annual leave (rising with service)
- optional defined benefit pension with employer contribution
- learning and development programmes
- paid study leave
- flexible working practices including hybrid on-site/remote working
Responsibilities
- Delivery and scientific development of a diagnostic laboratory genetics service
- Scientific leadership in service provision for a specified clinical area
- Providing advice to consultants and service users
- Contributing to shape national best-practice
Key requirements
- HCPC-registered Clinical Scientist with genomics experience or equivalent
- Final year or late second year Clinical Scientist trainee with genomic experience
- MSC or PhD in Genetics with relevant lab/analytical experience
- HCPC-registered biomedical scientist with genomics experience in a clinical setting
- communication with clinicians and stakeholders
- leadership and service oversight
- collaboration across multidisciplinary teams
- Genomics experience in clinical setting
- Next Generation Sequencing (NovaSeq, NextSeq550DX, Genexus)
- bioinformatics support in genomics
Clinical Scientist in Leeds employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
