South East Scotland Genetics Service

Western General Hospital

Edinburgh

Genetic Technologist

Band 5: 37.50 hrs per week

Pay scale from: £26,104 - £32,915

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.​​​​​​​

Applications are invited from individuals with a life science background for a permanent post as a Genetic Technologist within the Southeast Scotland Genetic Service, based at the Western General Hospital, Edinburgh. The fully UKAS accredited laboratory provides both regional and national Genetics Services.

Candidates should have experience of working in a scientific laboratory and a detailed understanding of Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures and Policies.

The post holder will work within a busy diagnostic laboratory and undertake a wide range of duties towards the investigation of both inherited and acquired genetic conditions.

The post holder will also have the opportunity for continuing career development as we enjoy regular departmental seminar programmes and training is available where appropriate.         

​​​​​​​Applicants must possess a relevant Honours Degree in life sciences. 

Informal enquiries to Danielle Carmichael by e-mail:- (danielle.carmichael@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk) or phone 0131 537 2998 or to Doreen Chambers by e-mail:- doreen.chambers@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk or phone 0131 537 1280.​​​​​​​