Senior Clinical Scientist

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification

• To report to the Head of Clinical Genomics on a regular basis .
• To ensure the timely and efficient provision of core and technologically complex analytical/diagnostic service.
• To be competent with the use of computers and software, both scientific and office-based.
• To use molecular genetics software packages for the collection and manipulation of data
• To plan and carry out analyses and report on range of highly complex tests performed.
• To support the Quality manager and laboratory manager with the ongoing review and improvement of quality of services within the department.
• To promote a robust approach for governance of data produced by the department and to produce and authorise clinical reports.

Person specification

Qualifications & Registration

Essential criteria

• HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist
• MSc/PhD or equivalent in molecular diagnostics/genetics
• Evidence of CPD and relevant training

Technical & Clinical Experience

Essential criteria

• Significant post-registration experience in molecular diagnostics/genetics
• Experience in variant interpretation (germline & somatic)
• Experience with NGS data analysis
• Experience writing and authorising clinical reports
• Knowledge of ISO 15189, IQA/EQA and audit processes

Desirable criteria

• Senior-level experience in a clinical diagnostic lab

Skills

Essential criteria

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to present findings clearly to diverse audiences
• Competent in using lab and data analysis software (e.g., variant interpretation tools, MS Office)
• Analytical, detail-focused and able to troubleshoot complex issues
• Able to plan and manage own workload and supervise others

Personal Qualities

Essential criteria

• Team player with a flexible, proactive attitude
• Demonstrates commitment to high standards and patient care
• Self-motivated, able to work independently
• Committed to service improvement and innovation

The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.

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Flu Vaccination - What We Expect of our Staff

At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease.

The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust.

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