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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.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Associate Clinical Scientist or Specialist Biomedical Scientist in the Molecular Pathology service in NHS Lothian. (based at the Western General Hospital and the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh). The laboratory is part of the Scottish Strategic Network for Genomic Medicine funded by National Services Division to provide Genetic and Molecular Pathology diagnostic testing in Scotland. Applications are invited from scientists with good interpersonal skills with a background in molecular pathology / cancer genomics, with a strong interest in developing diagnostic services and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
The successful applicant will be involved in the delivery of the specialist molecular testing including data analysis. Within this role the post-holder will be expected to contribute to the development of gene panel-based tests using next generation sequencing in accordance with the requirements of the department.
All applicants should have experience working in a laboratory and have clinical and scientific knowledge in the diagnosis and monitoring of solid tumours and haematological malignancies. Knowledge of a range of molecular methodologies and experience in the use of specialist analytical software, combined with interpretation of a range of scientific data including next generation sequencing is preferable.
Specialist Biomedical Scientist applicants should be HCPC-registered with several years of experience in a molecular diagnostic laboratory. Applicants for the Associate Clinical Scientist post should have previous laboratory experience in molecular genetics/diagnostics. There will be opportunity to complete a training programme towards HCPC-registration.
We are committed to continuous development and have an active Continuing Professional Development programme available to all staff. This post offers excellent opportunities to broaden experience in molecular pathology together with developing both validation and service delivery roles.
Informal telephone enquiries to Dr Kate Templeton (Consultant Clinical Scientist): Kate.Templeton@luht.scot.nhs.uk or Lorna Germain (Healthcare Science Manager): Lorna.Germain@luht.scot.nhs.uk