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Job requirements
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Essential
13 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Skills
Experience of development of new techniques and troubleshooting existing assays
- Skills
Highly developed laboratory skills for precise micro-manipulation of clinical samples
- Skills
Data analysis skills e.g. use of mutation surveyor, NGS software, in silico analysis packages, FISH and karyotyping (as appropriate)
- Skills
Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Experience
Sufficient experience of clinical genetic / specialist genetic services
- Experience
Evidence of scientific innovation / achievement in clinical diagnostics
- Experience
Evidence of research and development capability
- Qualifications
Good BSc Hons in Biological / Medical Science (or equivalent)
- Qualifications
Clinical Scientist Registration (HCPC)
- Qualifications
Demonstration of commitment to sitting FRCPath part 1
- Special Knowledge
Knowledge of genetics of common disorders served by the laboratory and/or specialist genetic services
- Special Knowledge
Knowledge of the bioinformatic tools necessary for the analysis of genetic data (e.g. microarrays, DNA sequence data, MLPA data)
- Special Knowledge
Knowledge of the application and significance of Quality Assurance and Clinical Governance measures in Lab Genetics
Desirable
4 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Qualifications
Relevant PHD
- Qualifications
Experience of managing people or services in laboratory environment
- Qualifications
Proven ability to manage workload including the monitoring of key performance indicators
- Qualifications
Completion of FRCPath Part 1
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for suitably qualified Clinical Scientists to join the Cancer section within the All Wales Medical Genomics Service working flexibly for 37.5 hours per week. There are permanent, full-time positions available based at Canolfan Iechyd Genomig Cymru / Wales Genomic Health Centre.
The post holders will be responsible for the provision of genetic services for a range of solid tumour, haematological and germline cancer predisposition testing guided by clearly defined policies and procedures.
Candidates who do not meet this threshold are encouraged to apply for the next recruitment cohort, scheduled to open in 2027.
Main duties of the job
The post holders will have managerial responsibility for an additional component of the Genetics service (e.g. Quality, Training). The post holders will undertake service developments in conjunction with the head of the section.
The All Wales Medical Genetics Service (AWMGS) provides a comprehensive clinical genetics and laboratory service clinical genetics services to the 3 million residents of Wales.
Welsh Government and the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee are investing in the All Wales Medical Genomics Service to ensure patient equity across the UK in accessing genetic testing methodologies. The investment has seen a £10 million investment over a 3 year period to ensure AWMGS stays in the forefront of genomic medicine and develops the best diagnostic genetic services for patients.
The Cancer Section provides solid tumour, haematological and germline testing via a wide range of genomic technologies and in close partnership with the AWMGS bioinformatics section. These include large panel testing, ctDNA testing, FISH and a range of targeted genomic assays. The service is currently developing in house whole genome sequencing in close collaboration with clinicians.
The Directorate encourages personal development and you will be expected to take an active part in the appraisal process. Not only is this a busy and challenging specialty but you would also be joining a friendly, dedicated team.
Detailed job description and main 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
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Welsh language skills are desirable
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This advert is for Clinical Scientist with Cardiff and Vale University Health Board in Cardiff, Wales. It is listed as a Clinical scientist role. The advertised salary is £50129.00 to £57365.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 30 Sep 2026.
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