Job overview

The Cambridge Genomics Laboratory is recruiting Clinical Scientists to the solid cancer team. Final year STP trainees, pre-registration trainees nearing registration and senior scientists from a research/academia background with relevant experience will also be considered. HCPC registered Scientists with suitable experience and qualifications will be appointed at Band 7, and those working towards registration will be appointed at Band 6 until registered, subject to agreed departmental timelines.

The East Genomic Laboratory Hub is based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, the largest biomedical research campus in Europe; home to two NHS flagship trusts, multiple world-class research institutes, the University of Cambridge Medical School and a thriving biopharma ecosystem. CUH is investing in leading specialised services across the region – including building new Children’s and Cancer hospitals – and fostering innovation in health science and medical research.

You will be able to analyse and report complex information. You will join a dynamic establishment that is keenly developing its staff, making a real difference to patients who are benefiting from the latest genomic testing technology.

Please do contact us for more information or an informal visit. You can also read more about us at www.eastgenomics.nhs.uk and about our published research here: https://www.eastgenomics.nhs.uk/research/our-publications/.

Main duties of the job

1.    Analyse a range of solid cancer tests, including NGS panels and whole genome sequencing
2.    Somatic variant interpretation
3.    Deliver and maintain a high-quality diagnostic service to regional oncology services
4.    Provide advice to clinicians and colleagues
5.    Ensure the continuous improvement and development of laboratory services 
6.    Ensure the continued ISO:15189 compliance of the laboratory using the quality management system
7.    Data and variant interpretation checking, and authorisation of solid cancer testing reports 
8.    Liaise with clinical teams and communicate results at Genomics Tumour Advisory Board meetings
9.    Assist with Healthcare Scientist recruitment, training and supporting continual personal development

Working for our organisation

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 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. CUH’s 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 people’s 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.