# Clinical Scientist > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/clinical-scientist/6d0808a1-81f2-4500-9474-fb2778f026a9 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/clinical-scientist/6d0808a1-81f2-4500-9474-fb2778f026a9.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Birmingham Women's Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Health science services - **Grade:** Band 7 - **Salary:** £49,387 - £56,515 per annum - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-08-31T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-08-17T11:30:36.812Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Birmingham_Black_Country/Birmingham/Birmingham_Womens_Childrens_NHS_Foundation_Trust/West_Midlands_Regional_Genetics_Laboratory_Birmingham_Womens_Hospital/West_Midlands_Regional_Genetics_Laboratory_Birmingham_Womens_Hospital-v8233931 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8233931?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.bwc.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview An opportunity has arisen in the West Midlands Genomics Laboratory (WMGL) for a registered Clinical Scientist. Applicants should have good interpersonal skills, a background in genetics, a strong interest in improving the quality of diagnostic services and be able to work within a multidisciplinary team. Flexible/limited remote working will be considered. Knowledge and experience of genomic technology and the interpretation of scientific data is essential, with the ability to undertake a range of complex clinical analytical tasks with attention to detail. WMGL is the designated Genomic Laboratory Hub (GLH) for the Central & South GLH Consortium providing genomic analysis to patients referred with rare disease and/or cancer. Our workforce is fundamental to the successful delivery of this service. Appointment is dependent on qualifications and experience. We will consider applications from individuals who are not yet HCPC registered but are completing a recognised training programme leading to registration in the very near future. Applications from individuals who are not already registered or on a formal Clinical Scientist training programme within 6 months of registration as a Clinical Scientist will not be considered for interview. ### Main duties of the job The post holders will be required to take responsibility for testing and reporting of specialised genomic diagnostic investigations and for managing areas of existing service work in the laboratory and be able to work to tight deadlines. Applicants should possess excellent communication and team leadership skills, have resilience and be able to work independently as required. For further information about the post please contact Jennie Bell on 0121 335 8035. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust. When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable). Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment. ### Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. ## Person Specification ### Knowledge **Essential** - Good technical and analysis skills - Detailed knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of laboratory genetics - Experience of writing clinical diagnostic reports requiring clinical knowledge and clinical interpretation of results. **Desirable** - Post registration experience in clinical diagnostic genetics - Involvement in new developments for the department - Evidence of additional role(s) within the department - Experience of authorisation of reports. ### Qualifications **Essential** - Science degree (first or second class with Honours or higher degree) - Certificate of Competence/MSC healthcare scientist training programme (or equivalent) - State Registration with the Health Professional Council - Actively preparing for FRCPath (Part 1) or assessed equivalent experience - Active participation in CPD - Participation in departmental seminars/journal clubs **Desirable** - Contribute to departmental publications - Completed Training for Trainers ### Analytic And Judgement **Essential** - Experience of genomic variant analysis and interpretation - Experience of troubleshooting/problem solving and investigating non-compliance ### PROFESSIONAL / MANAGERIAL / SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE **Essential** - Ability to communicate highly complex information in both verbal and written formats - Excellent organisational skills - Ability to gather and assimilate information i.e. literature searches, use of internet and relevant clinical databases. Computer literacy is essential. - Competence in applying Health, Safety & Risk knowledge based on legislation in a laboratory setting **Desirable** - Evidence of ability to supervise and manage a service, or small group of services. ## Documents - [band 7 clinical scientist jd (pdf, 880.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10544143) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.