Genetic Technologist

Job overview

The West Midlands Genomics Laboratory is recruiting for Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) registered Genetic Technologists. The post that is currently available are for a permanent Genetic Technologists (AfC band 5), however we are also advertising pre-emptively for future positions, both permanent and fixed term, that may become available.

The department is located at the Birmingham Women’s Hospital and is the lead laboratory in the Central and South Genomic Laboratory Hub, the largest of the seven national GLHs, performing in excess of 100,000 tests per annum.

Reporting directly to Senior Genetic Technologists, the successful candidates will join a specified sub-section(s) of the laboratory, as appropriate to their expertise and experience, with previous practical laboratory experience being an essential requirement to this role.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals who are committed to a career in laboratory diagnostic genetics. Applicants should have good interpersonal skills and be capable of working under pressure to tight deadlines. They should be team players, looking to expand their knowledge and experience in diagnostic genetics, have a strong interest in driving and improving the quality of diagnostic services and be able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Understanding of genomic technology and some experience in the interpretation of scientific data are desirable.

Main duties of the job

A Genetic Technologist will be required to undertake technical and analytical duties within a specified sub-section(s) of the laboratory. The post holder will perform standard highly accurate technical processes associated with testing for genetic disorders and carry out the analysis of data relating to this genomic testing.

They will be required to communicate complex technical, scientific and often sensitive information to colleagues within their department in both verbal and written forms. The role will also include training and supervision of Healthcare Science Assistants as well as coaching in specific techniques for all laboratory staff grades.

Genetic technologists are also required to observe and maintain a high standard of laboratory health, safety and risk procedures; and is required to work to departmental Standard Operating Procedures, and current professional standards.

Interview dates: TBC

PLEASE NOTE interviews will consist of an assessment and face to face interview

Informal enquiries welcome, please contact Emma Waldron or Ryan Byrne on 0121 335 8036

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We invite applications from individuals who are registered as a Genetic Technologist with the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) or equivalent. However, we also invite applications from individuals with appropriate qualifications and experience who are willing to work towards registration.

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.