The East Genomic Laboratory Hub (GLH) at Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) is recruiting Clinical Scientists to support the expansion of the Rare Disease Genomic Service to provide large scale, high quality, patient-centric genomic testing. You will be motivated and enthusiastic with excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic. You will work as part of a friendly and supportive team in an area of core or specialist testing using a range of techniques, including whole genome sequencing, and utilising molecular and cytogenomics skills. There are significant opportunities to contribute to service development and R&D. Applications are invited from State Registered Clinical Scientists in Genomics. Scientists close to registration are encouraged to apply. Main duties of the job • Analysis, interpretation, reporting and authorisation of genomic test results • Deliver and maintain a high quality diagnostic service • Provide advice to clinicians and colleagues • Support the recruitment and training and continual personal development of junior scientists • Ensure the continuous improvement and development of laboratory services • Ensure the continued compliance of the laboratory using the quality management system About us Our Trust Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrookes Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 12000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing outstanding care to our patients and rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUHs values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population. CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of peoples age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background. Benefits to you We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. Person Specification Qualifications Essential • First degree in an appropriate biological science or equivalent qualification. • Assessed completion of formal training programme in genomics, clinical molecular genetics, cytogenetics or cancer genetics OR Experience externally assessed as being equivalent. • Registration as a Clinical Scientist with the Health Care Professions Council/ working towards. Desirable • Part 1 examination for Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists. • MSc / PhD in biological science. Experience Essential • Significant work experience in a Clinical Diagnostic Genetics laboratory, working as a Healthcare/Clinical Scientist, undertaking routine and complex genomic tests. Desirable • Research and test/service development relevant to genomic testing. • Evidence of training and developing of colleagues. • Experience of change process within a laboratory. Knowledge Essential • To have a thorough knowledge of human molecular genetics, cytogenetics and/or cancer genetics. • To have a good knowledge of analytical methods, quality assurance and problem solving. • To have a basic knowledge of general managerial procedures. Desirable • To have detailed knowledge of a specific disease area. • To have a good knowledge of specialised genetic diagnostic techniques. Skills Essential • Able to organise and manage complex activities. • Good verbal and written communication. • Able to use and manipulate lab computer system and standard software packages Desirable • Ability to develop new protocols. • Able to prepare and present scientific and clinical information at meetings or as part of a teaching commitment. • Able to provide leadership to a small team within the department, as delegated. • Ability to carry out audits, incident investigations and root cause analysis. Additional Requirements • The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.