Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Genetic Technologist to join the Cytogenetics Laboratory of the Specialist Integrated Haematological Malignancy diagnostic service (SIHMDS) within North West London Pathology at Hammersmith Hospital.
The laboratory is one of the partner organisations within the North Thames Genomic Laboratory Hub (NTGLH). Applicants must have a biological science degree, with practical laboratory experience in Cytogenetics.
Applicants should be working towards HCPC registration. The successful applicant will be required to perform laboratory assays, with experience of cell culture, harvesting, G-banding, FISH set-up and FISH analysis being essential.
The successful applicant will be an excellent communicator with good time management skills and a team player. Experience and understanding of UKAS accreditation is essential for this post as the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to quality management activities, including compliance with laboratory accreditation standards, service improvement.
The role demands a high level of organization in order to successfully manage the operational delivery of the technical workload. This post will involve direct line management, supervision and training of staff and management of necessary resources for the day to day functioning of the technical department.
Main duties of the job
- To work with biomedical scientists, associate practitioners, medical lab assistants and clinical scientists in the provision of a comprehensive and effective SIHMDS service for the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, as directed by the Head of the Department.
- To participate in the efficient handling, processing and analysis of samples in the laboratory, under supervision.
- To maintain effective records of all activities and procedures, and to contribute towards the maintenance of the laboratory's quality system.
- To check, keep clean and maintain laboratory equipment.
- To carry out supervised laboratory procedures in all sections of the laboratory, as directed by the Head of the Unit and senior scientific staff.
- To undergo appropriate teaching and training as directed and as necessary in order to maintain HCPC registration and to maintain suitable records of all training activities undertaken.
About us
Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
NWLP Induction
The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.
For 2023, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.
- 7 August 2023
- 4 September 2023
- 2 October 2023
- 5 November 2023
- 4 December 2023
Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.
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 overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
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 overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
EDUCATION
Essential
- 1st or 2nd class Honours Degree in Biological Sciences / Genetics
Desirable
- HCPC registration as a biomedical scientist with laboratory experience in molecular genetics
- Registration as a Genetic Technologist with the AHCS or equivalent
SKILLS/ABILITIES
Essential
- Evidence of setting up cytogenetic techniques in a routine diagnostic genetics laboratory
- Technical and analytical skills with experience of cell culture, harvesting, slide making, banding and FISH set-up
- Ability to show flexibility by performing multiple tasks and working as a team member
- Able to communicate effectively and willing to adapt to changes in methodology
- Able to work under supervision
- Careful, meticulous and able to follow instructions
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Experience of FISH analysis
- Experience of supervision / training
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience in a routine diagnostic genetics laboratory
- Ability to organise own daily workload in collaboration with senior technologists / scientists
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Experience with laboratory information management systems
Desirable
- Proven experience working in a haemato-oncology genetics service
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Essential
- Good verbal, written communication and presentation skills
Person Specification
EDUCATION
Essential
- 1st or 2nd class Honours Degree in Biological Sciences / Genetics
Desirable
- HCPC registration as a biomedical scientist with laboratory experience in molecular genetics
- Registration as a Genetic Technologist with the AHCS or equivalent
SKILLS/ABILITIES
Essential
- Evidence of setting up cytogenetic techniques in a routine diagnostic genetics laboratory
- Technical and analytical skills with experience of cell culture, harvesting, slide making, banding and FISH set-up
- Ability to show flexibility by performing multiple tasks and working as a team member
- Able to communicate effectively and willing to adapt to changes in methodology
- Able to work under supervision
- Careful, meticulous and able to follow instructions
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Experience of FISH analysis
- Experience of supervision / training
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience in a routine diagnostic genetics laboratory
- Ability to organise own daily workload in collaboration with senior technologists / scientists
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Experience with laboratory information management systems
Desirable
- Proven experience working in a haemato-oncology genetics service
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Essential
- Good verbal, written communication and presentation 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.
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).
