Job overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic Medical Technical Officer to contribute to the provision of a timely and efficient ISO 15189 accredited Clinical Genomics Service. The post holder will undertake technical duties required to support scientific teams in the provision of an effective and high quality service to patients. The post holder must be able to take responsibility for working alone and as part of a team to achieve necessary performance levels. They will be responsible for carrying out analytical molecular diagnostics investigations, with minimal supervision. Analytical investigations will include, but not limited to, Next Generation Sequencing, fragment analysis, ddPCR and gene expression analysis in haematological and solid tumours. The post holder will be expected to assist in training of junior members of the team and visitors as well data management relating to the technical aspects of the service and therefore needs to be fully IT literate. In addition the post holder will be required to support activities such as quality, including compliance with laboratory accreditation standards, equipment maintenance, audits and participate in the departments training programme. Good communication and team working are essential.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will undertake technical duties required to support scientific teams in the provision of an effective and high quality molecular diagnostics service to patients. They will be responsible for carrying out analytical molecular diagnostics investigations, with minimal supervision. The range of tests available will be in continuous development and the post-holder will be expected to work within all areas of the department. Analytical investigations will include, but not limited to, Next Generation Sequencing, fragment analysis, ddPCR and gene expression analysis in haematological and solid tumours. The key working relationships will be with clinicians, oncologists and histopathologists responsible for treating patients as well as with other Pathology disciplines and liaising with staff throughout the Trust. The post holder will be expected to assist in training of junior members of the team and visitors as well as to contribute to data management relating to the technical aspects of the molecular service. In addition the post holder will be required to support activities such as quality, including compliance with laboratory accreditation standards, equipment maintenance, audits and participate in the departments training programme.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information please refer to the job description and personal specification
To be responsible for own work, which will include all aspects of the clinical scientific & technical work, staff, equipment and quality system.
To take day to day responsibility for the quality of technical and analytical work produced.
To ensure that clinical requests are met according to agreed policies on availability of tests and priorities in accordance with user guide.
To ensure that work is carried out in line with Standing Operational Procedures and/or Departmental policy.
To monitor quality control of all the tests performed.
To assist in the preparation of SOPs and other documentation
Person specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
1. Ability to express themselves clearly
2. Ability to write clearly and concisely
3. Ability to use in-house IT systems
4. Ability to use Microsoft software or equivalent
5. Educational qualification in mathematics
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
6. Evidence of professional development
7. Self confidant, contributes to laboratory meetings
8. Able to work unsupervised
9. Flexible approach to work
Specific Experience
Essential criteria
10. BSc degree in Biological Sciences/Genetics
11. Evidence of training related to specific area or instruments
12. At least 2 years experience of laboratory work, including need for attention to detail and record keeping
13. Able to understand / follow SOPs
14. Able to perform basic training
Desirable criteria
15. Basic knowledge of genetics including role of DNA/RNA and chromosomes
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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