Genetic Technologist

GENinCode Plc; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Genetic Testing organization in the UK is seeking an experienced Genetic Technologist to work in their Hammersmith Laboratory, London. The successful candidate will carry out patient testing and support the provision of high-quality Clinical Genetics services. A Bachelor's degree in biological science and 2 years of lab experience are required. The position offers a salary up to £30,000 and benefits including 25 days of holiday and a company pension.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday + Statutory days

Company Pension

Annual Salary Review and Performance Related Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of lab work experience in analytical procedures.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with staff at all levels.
• Must demonstrate sound judgment and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Carry out patient testing in the laboratory.
• Collaborate to ensure compliance with ISO15189:2020 and ISO13485.
• Maintain accurate records and participate in online reporting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Coordination skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological science

Tools

EQMS

LIMS

Job description

We are a leading Genetic Testing organisation seeking an experienced GENETIC TECHNOLOGIST to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis in our Hammersmith Laboratory, London.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a rapidly growing BioTech company and to share in our success as we grow. You will be responsible for carrying out patient testing within the London laboratory and the delivery of high quality Clinical Genetics services to both private and NHS patients.

The Role

• Undertaking the technical and analytical duties of a Genetic lab Technologist and to support our Senior Clinical Scientists in the provision of an effective and high-quality genetics diagnostic test service to supporting referring clinicians.
• Work proficiently in all pre/post lab sections, and with all test procedures.
• Highly developed coordination skills with good manual dexterity.
• Produce accurate, analytical work.
• Follow standard operating procedures accurately and create SOPs where needed.
• Interpret/recognise problems arising during testing and communicate these to appropriate scientific staff.
• Effective team worker but able to work on own initiative.
• Good organisational skills, time keeping and eagerness to learn new skills.
• Practical and appropriate theoretical knowledge of genetic techniques and their clinical applications.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and reliability in defined routine, preparative, processing, analytical and associated procedures following documented laboratory protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other members of the laboratory and department in all matters necessary to achieve the maximum efficiency of the service.
• Work with the team to ensure achievement and adherence to the standards required of ISO15189:2020 medical laboratory accreditation and ISO13485.
• Participate in clinical audit projects as an ongoing review of service quality and efficiency under the supervision of the Quality Manager and Clinical Scientists.
• Undertake routine testing and support activities following standard protocols to a standard that enables the accurate, timely, and efficient delivery of the highest quality of service to patients and clinical colleagues.
• Maintain accurate records, and participate in maintaining online reporting platforms and other operational systems as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in biological science.
• At least 2 years of laboratory work experience, including analytical procedures (ideally in a commercial lab).
• Good interpersonal and communication skills. Personable and able to communicate with staff of all levels. Able to work cross-functionally.
• Work effectively, independently and under supervision, being able to adapt to fast pace rapidly changing environment. Flexible approach to work and the tasks to be undertaken.
• Able to work on a broad range of tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to demonstrate high organisational skills, and with good attention to detail.
• Must demonstrate sound judgment, analytical skills to enable assessment of risk.
• Create and maintain a high quality image of the company in front of different stakeholders.
• Knowledge of departmental IT systems, EQMS, LIMS and appropriate automated software packages.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Up to £30,000 Basic Salary (negotiable based upon experience)
• 25 Days Holiday + Statutory days
• Company Pension
• Annual Salary Review and Performance Related Bonus

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