Barts Health NHS Trust

Associate Practitioner in Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology

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Job summary

We are looking for a bright and enthusiastic individual to join the molecular section of the Cytogenetics and Molecular Department at Barts Health NHS Trust as an Associate Practitioner.

The Molecular and Cytogenetics Department operates as part of the Specialist Integrated Haematological Malignancies Diagnostic Service (SIHMDS) providing a genomic service for Barts Health NHS Trust and external hospitals in Greater London and Essex. The Trust is part of the North Thames Genomic laboratory hub.

The department is located within state-of-the-art facilities and offers mutation analysis by PCR and next-generation sequencing in solid tumours and haematological disorders (malignant and non-malignant), minimal residual disease monitoring, chimerism studies, chromosome analysis and FISH.

Main duties of the job

The candidate needs to have an excellent eye for detail, strong interpersonal skills and be able to demonstrate good manual dexterity. Laboratory experience in genomics is essential.

The candidate will be required to work 37.5 hours per week. There may be the requirement for weekend/Bank Holiday working on rotation.

The job role can be physically demanding however, it offers the potential to learn new laboratory skills and allow for excellent personal development.

About us

The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.

The Pathology Partnership is based on well-established models for pathology networks, with the Royal London Hospital becoming the main hub laboratory for the network and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at all other Hospital sites.

Pathology is made up of the following services - Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry; Infectious Diseases including Microbiology and Virology; Cellular Pathology including Histopathology, non-gynae Cytology and mortuary services; Immunology; Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology; Immunophenotyping; Clinical Transplantation and Retinoblastoma.

The 2020/21 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £126m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 822 WTE. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this band

Details

Date posted

21 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£31,944 to £34,937 a year per annum inc

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

259-7228657ESEL

Job locations

Royal London Hospital

3rd Floor, Pathology and Pharmacy Building, 80 Newark Street

London

E1 2ES


Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

If you are interested in this position or would like to have an informal chat please contact Marianne Grantham 02032460118 (Marianne.grantham@nhs.net).

**IF HIGH NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED, VACANCY WILL BE CLOSED EARLY**

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

If you are interested in this position or would like to have an informal chat please contact Marianne Grantham 02032460118 (Marianne.grantham@nhs.net).

**IF HIGH NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED, VACANCY WILL BE CLOSED EARLY**

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of DNA and RNA extraction

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to manage own time
  • Ability to multitask and prioritise workload

Knowledge

Essential

  • Basic knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of genomics
  • Sound knowledge of Health and safety/COSHH regulations

Desirable

  • Knowledge of acquired genetic diseases and the application of genomics to the diagnosis of disease

Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc in Biological Sciences or equivalent

Other

Essential

  • Good verbal and written communication skills
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of DNA and RNA extraction

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to manage own time
  • Ability to multitask and prioritise workload

Knowledge

Essential

  • Basic knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of genomics
  • Sound knowledge of Health and safety/COSHH regulations

Desirable

  • Knowledge of acquired genetic diseases and the application of genomics to the diagnosis of disease

Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc in Biological Sciences or equivalent

Other

Essential

  • Good verbal and written communication skills

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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Royal London Hospital

3rd Floor, Pathology and Pharmacy Building, 80 Newark Street

London

E1 2ES


Employer's website

https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Royal London Hospital

3rd Floor, Pathology and Pharmacy Building, 80 Newark Street

London

E1 2ES


Employer's website

https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Scientist

Anushiya Rajakumar

anushiya.rajakumar1@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

21 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£31,944 to £34,937 a year per annum inc

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

259-7228657ESEL

Job locations

Royal London Hospital

3rd Floor, Pathology and Pharmacy Building, 80 Newark Street

London

E1 2ES


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