Job overview
The Royal Marsden has a vital role in championing change and improvement in cancer care through research, innovation, education, and leading-edge practice. We are incredibly proud of our international reputation for pushing the boundaries and for our ground breaking work, ensuring our patients receive the very best and latest in cancer treatment and care.
As part of our ongoing development, we are seeking an enthusiastic Genomics Education and Training Coordinator to join the Clinical Genomics department. The Clinical Genomics laboratory at The Royal Marsden is part of the North Thames Genomic Laboratory Hub (NT GLH), a key player in cancer genomic testing in England. Based at the Centre for Molecular Pathology in Sutton, a state-of-the-art facility integrating translational science with molecular diagnostics, this role is critical in supporting the education and training needs of our staff.
Main duties of the job
The Genomics Education and Training Coordinator will work in collaboration with the Operational Managers and the Scientist Training Lead to organise, deliver and maintain educational and training provisions for all roles within the clinical genomics department. This will include developing and managing scientific training programmes and resources, including engagement with internal and external training providers. Furthermore, the Genomics Education and Training Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring staff training documentation is completed and appropriately recorded and regularly reviewed in accordance with ISO15189 standards.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Genomics Education and Training Coordinator will work closely with the Operational Managers and Scientist Training Lead to develop, deliver, and maintain educational programs for staff across the department. The successful candidate will manage training documentation, coordinate seminars on genomic medicine topics, and ensure training meets accreditation standards such as ISO 15189.
This is a key role for someone who is passionate about training and education in genomics, with a focus on maintaining high standards and supporting career development across the team. You will play a vital part in ensuring staff have the skills and resources they need to excel in a cutting-edge clinical genomics environment.
The successful applicant will have a BSc in Biological Sciences/Genetics, with experience in training delivery within a diagnostic laboratory setting. Knowledge of genomic medicine and its role in patient care is essential, alongside excellent organisational and communication skills.
Join the innovative healthcare team at the Royal Marsden Hospital and work alongside the new Oak Centre in Sutton! Be part of cutting-edge medical advancements, compassionate patient care, and a dynamic work environment. The state-of-the-art Oak Cancer Centre is a research and treatment facility that will help us accelerate the development of new cancer treatments, diagnose more cancers at an earlier stage and enhance the treatment experience for patients. Shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling career in a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to excellence.
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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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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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