Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent position ofConsultant Clinical ScientistAfCBand 8c.This is a full-time postwithin the Rare Disease and Reproductive Genomics Programme(RDRG).
Candidates must beHCPC registered, holdFRCPathand haverelevantextensiveexperience inthedelivery and development of genomic technologies in rare diseaseand/or prenatalclinicaldiagnostics, working with aconsiderabledegree ofprofessionalindependenceandexpertise.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to deputize for the HeadofProgrammeand other Consultantswhere necessary, takeresponsibility for leading clinical workflows and sub-teams relating to rare diseaseand prenatal genomics,and have cross-departmental roles as a pivotal member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
Extensive experience in service development is requiredalongside a collaborative and inclusive leadership style.The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and workcloselywithotherclinical colleagues through MDTs, professionalgroupsand NHSEdriven Genomic Medicineinitiatives .
The post will be based at WMGL within Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust. WMGL is closely aligned with the West Midlands Clinical Genetics Service. We also work collaboratively with the Central & South Genomic Medicine Service Alliance (GMSA), the National School of Healthcare Science (NSHCS), the University of Birmingham, in particular, the Institute of Cancer and Genomics Sciences, and with other diagnostic and pharmaceutical industry partners.West MidlandsGenomics Laboratory (WMGL) is the lead laboratory within the Central and South Genomics Laboratory Hub (GLH), which provides genomic testing services across the West Midlands, Oxfordshire & Wessex.
About us
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care.
Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.
Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.
Parkview Clinic is a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service Mental Health (CAMHS) facility in Moseley, for young people aged 11-18 years who require admission due to significant psychiatric difficulties.
Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.
When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).
Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.
When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).
Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Science degree (first or second class Honours).
* Certificate of Competence in Genomics or Cancer Genomics (or equivalent)
* State Registration with HCPC.
* FRCPath Part 1
* FRCPath (Part 2) or actively preparing for FRCPath (Part 2)
* Active participation in CPD.
Knowledge
Essential
* Senior laboratory management
* At least 8 years post-training experience in clinical diagnostic Genetics.
* Experience and competence in writing and checking clinical diagnostic reports to the required standards.
* Experience of laboratory supervisory work
* Excellent specialist technical, analysis and interpretative skills.
* Expert knowledge of the principles of Genetics including up-to-date knowledge of diagnostic tests.
* Sound knowledge of Health and Safety issues.
* Excellent communication and management skills
* Excellent organisational and supervisory skills in particular ability to lead team of scientists and technicians.
* Ability to liaise with a wide range of professionals and public.
* Computer skills.
* Ability to deal with distressing situations.
* Reporting of test results with distressing implications to patients and their families.
Desirable
* Translational research
* Awareness of national policies affecting Genomics.
* Strategic vision.
Personal Skills/ Abilities & Attributes
Essential
* Flexible approach to work.
* Enthusiasm and ability to motivate staff.
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Motivation to post
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Science degree (first or second class Honours).
* Certificate of Competence in Genomics or Cancer Genomics (or equivalent)
* State Registration with HCPC.
* FRCPath Part 1
* FRCPath (Part 2) or actively preparing for FRCPath (Part 2)
* Active participation in CPD.
Knowledge
Essential
* Senior laboratory management
* At least 8 years post-training experience in clinical diagnostic Genetics.
* Experience and competence in writing and checking clinical diagnostic reports to the required standards.
* Experience of laboratory supervisory work
* Excellent specialist technical, analysis and interpretative skills.
* Expert knowledge of the principles of Genetics including up-to-date knowledge of diagnostic tests.
* Sound knowledge of Health and Safety issues.
* Excellent communication and management skills
* Excellent organisational and supervisory skills in particular ability to lead team of scientists and technicians.
* Ability to liaise with a wide range of professionals and public.
* Computer skills.
* Ability to deal with distressing situations.
* Reporting of test results with distressing implications to patients and their families.
Desirable
* Translational research
* Awareness of national policies affecting Genomics.
* Strategic vision.
Personal Skills/ Abilities & Attributes
Essential
* Flexible approach to work.
* Enthusiasm and ability to motivate staff.
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Motivation to post
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Birmingham Women's Hospital
Mindelsohn Way,
Birmingham
B15 2TG
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