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Job summary

We are seeking enthusiastic and highly motivated state registered Clinical Scientists to join our Genomics laboratory based at Liverpool Women's Hospital, working to deliver a modern high quality diagnostic service and cutting edge translational development. This individual should be registered as a Clinical Scientist in a relevant discipline.

We are happy to consider appointment of individuals who are not yet appropriately HCPC Registered but are currently on a recognised programme of training that will lead to registration in the near future. We will also consider exceptional candidates wishing to undertake a programme of training with us leading to HCPC registration. Appointment in these circumstances would be at AFC band 6.

If you are looking for a new challenge in a rewarding role and would like to join a dedicated, patient focused team of health professionals then we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please note that this is a full-time permanent position. Staff will be expected to participate in a 6 day working rota to cover Saturdays and some Bank Holidays with time off in lieu.

• To apply highly specialist scientific skill and expertise in diagnostic laboratory genetics including troubleshooting of assays and techniques both existing and in development.
• To ensure that the service is effective and current by regular literature review. To implement laboratory procedures for sample receipt, processing, IQC, analysis, checking, interpretation, preparation of reports (both standard and complex) and reporting of results.
• In partnership with others, to be responsible for the accuracy, timeliness and appropriateness of a variety of routine and non-routine highly specialised genetic tests.
• To correctly interpret and explain results with advice on further action for patient or family members, including calculation of risk, within relevant professional guidelines and subject to supervision from senior staff.
• To attend appropriate multidisciplinary team meetings to give a professional opinion on clinical cases.

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.

Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.

We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.

We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.

At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.

Date posted: 15 April 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum (pro rata)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 349-SMH-7078136*

Job locations: North West GLH - Liverpool Site, Liverpool Women's Hospital, Crown Street, Liverpool, L8 7SS

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you're even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you'll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you'll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.

We're looking forward to hearing from you!

• BSc in an appropriate biological science
• State Registered Clinical Scientist

• PhD in Biological Science
• Registered BMS or GT

• Knowledge of principles of genomic medicine
• Able to critically analyse and interpret scientific data
• Able to concentrate at all times and work under pressure
• Excellent organisational and planning skills
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Meticulous
• Computer literate

• Knowledge and experience of supervision and management
• Experience of genomic diagnostic analysis and reporting

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer name: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address: North West GLH - Liverpool Site, Liverpool Women's Hospital, Crown Street, Liverpool, L8 7SS

Employer's website: https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/