Healthcare Scientist (Band 7), Cancer, Oncology, haematology-oncology

European Society of Human Genetics; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS hospital in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Healthcare Scientist to analyze and report on complex genomic data within the Cancer Genomics team. You will manage a small team while ensuring high-quality diagnostic services. Ideal candidates should have HCPC registration and experience in cancer genomics. This full-time position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care through advanced genomic testing.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have HCPC registration or meet registration timelines.
• Experience in Solid or Liquid Cancer genomics is required.
• Ability to report complex genomic data with clinical relevance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret cancer genomic test results.
• Deliver a high-quality diagnostic service to oncology services.
• Provide advice and manage a small team of scientists.

Skills

Ability to analyse complex genomic data

Experience in Solid or Liquid Cancer genomics

Commitment to quality management

Line management or supervision experience

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

Healthcare Scientist (Band 7), Cancer, Oncology, haematology-oncology

Employer Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Addenbrooke's Hospital Division B - Genomics Laboratory Location Cambridge

Overview

The East Genomic Laboratory Hub (East GLH) is one of seven hubs in the Genomic Medicine Service. 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 an experienced Healthcare Scientist who can work in either Solid or Liquid Cancer, depending on the candidate’s experience and potential. HCPC Registered candidates will be appointed at Band 7, and those needing to work to registration will be appointed at Band 6 until registered, subject to agreed timelines.

The Cambridge Genomics Laboratory is the lead laboratory of the East GLH. It is a busy workplace undergoing transformation. You 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 is keenly developing its staff, making a real difference to patients who are benefitting from the latest genomic testing technology.

Please contact us for more information or an informal visit. You can also read more about us at www.eastgenomics.nhs.uk

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Main duties

• Analysis, interpretation, reporting and authorization of cancer genomic test results
• Deliver and maintain a high-quality diagnostic service to regional oncology services
• Provide advice to clinicians and colleagues
• Manage a small team of scientists by recruiting, training and supporting continual personal development
• Ensure the continuous improvement and development of laboratory services
• Ensure the continued compliance of the laboratory using the quality management system

Job Requirements

• HCPC registration (candidates will be appointed at Band 7 if already registered; Band 6 until registration if not yet registered, subject to agreed timelines)
• Experience in Solid or Liquid Cancer genomics, depending on candidate experience
• Ability to analyse, interpret and report complex genomic data and provide clinically relevant reports
• Experience in line management or supervision of scientists and supporting their professional development
• Commitment to quality management and continuous service improvement

Apply Information

Mark Dance, Laboratory Manager, Cambridge Genomics Laboratory

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Job Type: Fulltime