Genetic Technologist

Site King's College Hospital Town London Salary £37,259 to £45,355 per annum dependong on experience Closing 20/07/:59

The place to work in pathology

We are looking for top talent to join the UK's leading and fastest growing pathology company - a scientific organisation with a clinical purpose.

Working in partnership with our service partners, Guy's and St. Thomas' Hospitals, King's College Hospital and Princess Royal University Hospital we aim to set the standard for the future of pathology.

Job overview

We are looking for an experienced laboratory scientist, who can support the technical aspects of our translational services. You must have worked in a diagnostic molecular laboratory. Experience with next generation sequencing and quality management would be an advantage. You must be meticulous, a good communicator and able to organise yourself. The post is currently fixed term for 1 year.

The purpose of this post is to support the service primarily through contributing to the translational projects undertaken in the Multi-omic Medicine Service by the Molecular Neuropathology team. The post holder will perform molecular laboratory tests for service development projects pertaining to the diagnosis and management of neurological tumours as required. They will ensure that the laboratory tests and reports are completed to a high standard and will work closely with clinical and scientific teams. They will have a wide knowledge of clinical molecular genetics.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is expected to:

• To be responsible for the timely delivery of translational projects
• Rotate through and become competent in discrete areas of the the Multi-omic Medicine Service as required; participate in other appropriate rotations as required.
• To be personally responsible for the time management of multiple tasks as described in the job description and to respond to the changing requirements of laboratory by accommodating additional tasks and responsibilities as required
• Maintain and routinely operate the complex analytical equipment used within the Multi-omic Medicine Service to ensure its accurate function; verify the results obtained in preparation for issue to service users
• To demonstrate and apply a thorough understanding of the technical, scientific and clinical principles involved in the delivery of the genetics service for which the job-holder has responsibility. This will include trouble-shooting of assays and techniques both existing and in development
• Safely collect, receive, record and dispose of samples intended for the Multi-omic Medicine Service
  Replenish supplies and resources used in analysis and for maintaining equipment and databases in the Multi-omic Medicine Service
  Continually feedback information on all the above to peers and senior colleagues
• Participate in regular review and audit of the operational aspects of the Multi-omic Medicine Service, updating practices, policies and their documentation; regularly participate in learning activities including research and development
  Adhere to ISO:15189 standards and actively participate in the quality management system

Working for our organisation

Your development and learning

You will have a suite of learning opportunities available through The Synnovis Way Development programme, the Scientific Learning and Development Fund and the Synnovis Academy through which you can receive funding / support for advanced qualifications.
Through our Innovation Accelerator Fund, you can apply for finance to get that new innovative scientific project off the ground, and participate with the wider scientific community through symposiums, conferences and other peer group meetings.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder is expected to:

• To be responsible for the timely delivery and reporting of genetic analyses
• Rotate through and become competent in discrete areas of Molecular Neuropathology and Liver Molecular Genetics (LMG) as required; participate in other appropriate rotations as required.
• To be personally responsible for the time management of multiple tasks as described in the job description and to respond to the changing requirements of laboratory by accommodating additional tasks and responsibilities as required
• Maintain and routinely operate the complex analytical equipment used within the Multi-omic Medicine Service to ensure its accurate function; verify the results obtained in preparation for issue to service users
• To demonstrate and apply a thorough understanding of the technical, scientific and clinical principles involved in the delivery of the genetics service for which the job-holder has responsibility. This will include trouble-shooting of assays and techniques both existing and in development
• Safely collect, receive, record and dispose of samples intended for the Multi-omic Medicine Service
• Replenish supplies and resources used in analysis and for maintaining equipment and databases in the Multi-omic Medicine Service
• Continually feedback information on all the above to peers and senior colleagues
• Participate in regular review and audit of the operational aspects of the Multi-omic Medicine Service, updating practices, policies and their documentation; regularly participate in learning activities including research and development
• Adhere to ISO:15189 standards and actively participate in the quality management system

Person specification Qualifications

• 1st or 2nd class honours degree in genetics or biological science

Experience

• Experience in a clinical laboratory (delivering clinical molecular genetic services)
• Knowledge and experience of a wide range of genetics techniques and their clinical application and interpretation
• Experienced in the use of next generation sequencing technology
• Experienced in test development/validation

Skills & Knowledge

• Clear verbal and written skills in communication
• Understanding of QMS/ISO15189 guidelines
• Adapts to changing requirements and capable of problem solving

Applications are welcomed from applicants with a disability. We can make reasonable adjustments and offer support and advice in a variety of ways throughout the application process. All applicants are welcome to apply regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, race, nationality or ethnic origin, religion, or sexual orientation. Equality of opportunity is our policy.

Our Bank workers enjoy competitive market rates and flexible contract assignments across all of our sites, dependent on your availability and location.

For our Permanent workforce we offer a competitive benefits package.

All employees are entitled to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement

Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employees have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.

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If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.

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