University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust offers a full‑time fixed‑term (12 months) Senior Clinical Scientist position in haemato‑oncology, solid cancer and pharmacogenomics at the Wessex Genomics Laboratory Service, Southampton.
The successful candidate will have sound knowledge of cancer genomics, considerable diagnostic laboratory experience and the ability to critically analyse and interpret scientific data. HCPC registration is a key requirement; applicants completing the STP programme in summer 2026 will be considered with start dates after successful registration.
The senior scientist will be part of a diagnostic team committed to patient‑centred service provision through accurate and timely data analysis, interpretation, and reporting of genomic information.
Responsibilities
* Analyse, interpret and report genomic information including next‑generation sequencing, fragment analysis, RT‑qPCR, ddPCR and LAMP.
* Provide training and education within the section.
* Liaise with other healthcare professionals to develop and maximise the effectiveness of the service.
* Contribute to the provision of an integrated cancer diagnostic genetic service for the Central South Coast Region and national‑international referrals, as part of the Central and South Genomic Laboratory Hub.
* Perform analysis and report specialised molecular investigations and manage areas of existing service work within the laboratory.
* Liaise with clinicians, oncologists and haematologists responsible for treating patients.
* Continuously develop clinical, scientific or technical practice within a defined field.
* Support quality management activities, including compliance with laboratory accreditation standards and training.
Qualifications
Applicants must be HCPC registered clinical scientists with considerable diagnostic laboratory experience, excellent communication skills to facilitate multidisciplinary teamwork and communicate complex information appropriately, and a strong understanding of quality control, quality assurance procedures and UKAS requirements.
The role is open until Tuesday 19 May 2026.
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