Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a Principal Clinical Scientist position to join the Wessex Genomics Laboratory Service (WGLS) in Salisbury. This is a full‑time, permanent role within the cancer genomics team, based at Salisbury District Hospital while employed by UHS.
Responsibilities
You will join a diagnostic team committed to patient‑centred service provision through accurate, timely data analysis, interpretation and reporting of genomic information. Attention to detail is critical to ensure that patient results are delivered safely and efficiently, directing patient management and therapeutic decisions.
* With specialist knowledge, provide a high quality clinical diagnostic service on diagnoses and treatment of patients to medical staff within the Trust, Primary Care and external referrals from other Trusts, by the analysis, interpretation and reporting of clinical results.
* To provide expert analytical and advisory service nationally, on request.
* To co‑ordinate and initiate Development and Research as a major job role.
* As a Principal Clinical Scientist oversee the quality of service, make decisions and implement policies.
* To train staff to ensure compliance with professional standards.
* To perform local, regional and national audits and implement their findings.
* To liaise regularly with clinical users to ensure provision of a high quality diagnostic service to achieve improved clinical governance.
* To supervise Scientist Training Programme staff on appropriate training programmes, Specialist Registrars in training for the FRCPath and Biomedical Scientists.
Qualifications
Essential
* Honours degree in a scientific subject
* MSc in relevant discipline or equivalent level of knowledge
* HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist with evidence of further specialist training
* Postgraduate laboratory experience in Genomics
* Experience and competence in reporting of complex genomic results
* Leadership skills
* Comprehensive understanding of quality control / quality assurance procedures and UKAS requirements
* Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
* PhD or FRCPath Part 1
* Experience in audit, development and project work
* Experience in research publications in a relevant field
Benefits
Applicants may discuss flexible working arrangements. The role offers opportunities for professional growth within a national genomics network.
EEO Statement
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust is an employer that commits to inclusive, non‑discriminatory practices and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
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