Job summary
Employer heading
Clinical Scientist
NHS AfC: Band 7
Job overview
Clinical Scientist (Band 7) - Incentive Bonus Offered
*This role also includes an incentive recruitment and retention bonus of 5%*
The Clinical Genomics laboratory at the prestigious Royal Marsden is at the forefront of innovation and research in the North Thames Genomic Laboratory Hub. As one of the seven national Genomic Laboratory Hubs in England, we're leading the way in Cancer Genomic testing.
What We're Looking For:
• An MSc in a biological science (or equivalent).
• HCPC state registration.
• Considerable experience in Cytogenetics service delivery.
Apply Now and Help Shape the Future of Cancer Diagnostics!
Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of something extraordinary. Join us in making a real impact in the world of Clinical Genomics and take the next step in your career with Royal Marsden. Apply now!
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to offer an appropriate level of scientific expertise and skill in a range of cytogenetic procedures.
They will be expected to undertake an appropriate share of the department’s general diagnostic workload, and may be required to work in different Sections of the laboratory according to the needs of the department. They will maintain long periods of a high degree of analytical accuracy during microscopy. They will be required to report their finding and will be proficient in communicating these findings with the relevant clinician and healthcare professionals.
After an appropriate training they will be expected to join the Duty Scientist rota.
When required they will undertake the documentation, initiation, culture and harvest of samples under the supervision of the Head of the Section and provide cover for the support staff.
They will be expected to contribute to the overall efficiency and quality of the Service.
Working for our organisation
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification
- To undertake the analysis on an appropriate proportion of the total workload of the Service under the direction of the Head of the Section
- To provide a reliable accurate analysis of samples.
- To ensure the correct analytic process is undertaken on each sample they analyse.
- To check the analysis of other scientists.
- To follow instructions from the Head of Section on the priority of each sample to be analysed.
- To be proficient at chromosome and FISH analysis for oncology referrals.
Person specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
- Good communication skills
- Ability to write clearly and concisely
- Ability to use Microsoft software or equivalent
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
- Evidence of professional development
- Self-confidant, contributes to laboratory meetings
- Able to work unsupervised
- Flexible approach to work
Specific Experience
Essential criteria
- BSc degree in Biological Sciences/Genetics
- Evidence of training related to a compatible laboratory discipline.
- In depth post graduate experience related to specific area
- HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist
- Evidence of CPD
- Experience in working in all areas of relevant diagnostic laboratory
- Able to understand / follow SOPs
Desirable criteria
- Able to perform basic training
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Elisa Garimberti
- Job title
- Operations Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
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Recruitment Support
Open Monday to Friday
08:30 am to 17:30pm
- Telephone
- 01629 690 825
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