Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Below is a detailed description of the role.
We are looking for a Senior Clinical Scientist to work full‑time on a 12‑month fixed term contract in haemato‑oncology, solid cancer and pharmacogenomics at the Wessex Genomics Laboratory Service (WGLS) – Southampton. The role will be based within Southampton General Hospital and is part of the Central & South Genomic Medicine Service.
The successful candidate will join a diagnostic team of clinical scientists who are committed to patient‑centred service provision through accurate and timely data analysis, interpretation and reporting of genomic information. Attention to detail is essential to ensure that patient results are delivered safely and efficiently to inform patient management and therapeutic decisions.
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
Key Responsibilities
The role involves the following key components:
* Data analysis, interpretation and reporting of genomic information, including next generation sequencing, fragment analysis, RT‑qPCR, ddPCR and LAMP.
* Contributing to the provision of an integrated cancer diagnostic genetic service for the Central South Coast Region, in partnership with national and international referrals.
* Performing specialised molecular investigations and managing existing service work within the laboratory.
* Liaising with clinicians, oncologists and haematologists responsible for treating patients.
* Continuously developing clinical, scientific or technical practice within a defined field.
* Supporting activities such as quality management, ensuring compliance with laboratory accreditation standards, and training and education within the section.
The Job Role Includes
* Contribute to an integrated cancer diagnostic genetic service for the Central South Coast Region.
* Perform analysis and report specialised molecular investigations.
* Liaise with clinicians, oncologists and haematologists.
* Continuously develop clinical, scientific or technical practice.
* Support quality management, laboratory accreditation, and training.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training Required
* Honours degree in a relevant science subject.
* MSc in a relevant subject or equivalent level of knowledge.
* HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist.
Desirable criteria
* Working towards FRCPath.
* PhD in a subject relevant to clinical speciality.
Aptitudes and Skills Required
* Knowledge and experience necessary to participate in the provision of a diagnostic clinical service.
* Laboratory practical skills necessary to troubleshoot, develop methods and carry out research projects and audits.
* Basic computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office).
Desirable:
* Ability to give professional advice to a laboratory section and manage conflicting priorities.
* Attend and present scientific papers at regional, national and international meetings.
Trust Values and Behaviours
* Patients First
* Always Improving
* Working Together
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