Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for suitably qualified Bioinformaticians to join the All Wales Medical Genomics Service working flexibly for 37.5 hours per week. These are permanent, full time posts currently based at University Hospital of Wales - however, please note that we will be relocating to a new facility at Cardiff Edge in 2024.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be responsible for the analysis of genomic data and the development of new analytical methods, and will work closely with the team of Clinical Scientists, Researchers and Clinicians.
The All Wales Genomics Laboratory has a wide range of Next Generation Sequencing technologies and has recently launched the QuicDNA ctDNA study. This is an exciting time to join the service as we expand our services wider.
The All Wales Medical Genomics Service (AWMGS) is hosted by the Cardiff & Vale University Health Board. Together with Cardiff University, Wales Gene Park and the Welsh Government they are working to deliver the Welsh Government Genomics for Precision Medicine Strategy for patients within Wales. This is a highly exciting and innovative strategy with opportunities for staff, healthcare professionals across Wales, patients and the public.
We are searching for someone who shares our values that:
- We care about the people we serve and the people we work with
- We trust one another
- We respect each other
- We take personal responsibility
- We treat people with kindness
- We act with integrity
Post holders will be expected at all times to behave in accordance with our values demonstrating commitment to the delivery of high quality services to patients.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Boardis one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is"Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good BSc Hons in computer science or OR a relevant biological discipline with demonstrated abilities in informatics or computing
- postgraduate diploma in a relevant subject
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of molecular genetics, diagnostic genetics services or similar.
- Experience in IT, applications, developments, processes and organisation
- Project management
skills
Essential
- Good critical and innovative thinking skills, and the ability to develop and implement innovative systems or ideas.
- Numerate and interested in extracting insight from data
- Experience of understanding the needs of stakeholders, ideally within health service delivery.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer literacy
- Proven organisation skills
Desirable
- Experience of lecturing, training or presenting to scientists
Special knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable programming experience with Python
- Experience working with Linux command-line and bash scripting
- Experience with software development, version control and unit testing
- Experience analysing next-generation sequencing (NGS) data
Desirable
- Experience of Clinical Bioinformatics within the NHS
- Knowledge of human genetics and molecular diagnostics
- Understanding of IT infrastructure (i.e. networking and systems engineering)
- App development experience with Django or similar web application framework.
- Experience with pipeline development and maintenance, ideally using a domain-specific language (i.e. NextFlow).
- Demonstrable experience with another programming language (i.e. C++, Java, R
Personal qualities
Essential
- Friendly, and ability to work as a team member
Desirable
- Flexibility in approach towards working hours
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good BSc Hons in computer science or OR a relevant biological discipline with demonstrated abilities in informatics or computing
- postgraduate diploma in a relevant subject
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of molecular genetics, diagnostic genetics services or similar.
- Experience in IT, applications, developments, processes and organisation
- Project management
skills
Essential
- Good critical and innovative thinking skills, and the ability to develop and implement innovative systems or ideas.
- Numerate and interested in extracting insight from data
- Experience of understanding the needs of stakeholders, ideally within health service delivery.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer literacy
- Proven organisation skills
Desirable
- Experience of lecturing, training or presenting to scientists
Special knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable programming experience with Python
- Experience working with Linux command-line and bash scripting
- Experience with software development, version control and unit testing
- Experience analysing next-generation sequencing (NGS) data
Desirable
- Experience of Clinical Bioinformatics within the NHS
- Knowledge of human genetics and molecular diagnostics
- Understanding of IT infrastructure (i.e. networking and systems engineering)
- App development experience with Django or similar web application framework.
- Experience with pipeline development and maintenance, ideally using a domain-specific language (i.e. NextFlow).
- Demonstrable experience with another programming language (i.e. C++, Java, R
Personal qualities
Essential
- Friendly, and ability to work as a team member
Desirable
- Flexibility in approach towards working hours
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.
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.
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).
