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NHS Lothian University Hospitals Division
Part-Time (6 Session) Consultant Clinical Geneticist
Reference: CG 1796 - 011944
Applicants are welcome for the above Clinical Genetics post; to join a team of 4 NHS Consultant Clinical Geneticists and 3 Academic Consultants (based in the MRC human Genetics Unit who provide a service covering Lothian, Fife and Borders). The vacancy is based in the SE Scotland Genetic Service, Institute of Genetics and Molecular Medicine (IGMM) at the Western General Hospital. The clinical service is co-located with the regional molecular and cytogenetic laboratories and there are strong links with regular multidisciplinary team meetings. The laboratories have full UKAS ISO 15189:2012 accreditation.
The postholder will have a CCT in Clinical Genetics or be within 6 months at interview date of achieving this and will be expected to have a special interest in Cancer Genetics. Other areas of special interest could be accommodated by negotiation.
The vacancy is part time and there with be discussion with the successful applicant as to how the job plan will be delivered. The indicative Job Plan includes 5 Programmed Activities for Direct Clinical Care, plus 1 Supporting Professional Activities (to include undergraduate teaching and supervision of trainees).
For informal enquiries and arrangements to visit the Department, please contact: Professor Mary Porteous SE Scotland Genetic Service Tel. 0131 537 1093 (mary.porteous@luht.scot.nhs.uk)
We cannot accept CV’s as a form of application and only a completed online application form will be accepted. Personal information will not be sent with the application for short listing. The application form will be identified by the candidate number only to ensure that all applicants are treated equally.
For a job pack detailing the minimum requirements for this post and details of how to apply, please visit https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk
Please note that details of all current medical vacancies for NHS Lothian can be found at www.medicaljobs.scot.nhs.uk
Closing Date: 02 February 2020
Interview Date: 12 March 2020