Jobs

Closing Date: 23/02/2020

Location: Wellington, New Zealand

Genuine opportunity to make a difference and improve outcomes for New Zealand families. • Genetic Counsellors – take on an exciting & rewarding career opportunity as a Family History Assessor for the NZ Familial Gastrointestinal Cancer Service • Permanent, full time role based in Wellington, accredited employer with straight forward relocation support • Combine Wellington lifestyle with outstanding professional growth • Flight and initial accommodation organised for you If you are looking for a challenging and stimulating role working autonomously as part of a multidisciplinary team and providing clinical excellence and improved outcomes for families this is a great opportunity. You will be a highly motivated and experienced genetic counsellor looking to further develop your skills & experience. The NZ Familial Gastrointestinal Cancer Service (NZFGCS) is a national service specialising in the diagnosis and management of familial gastrointestinal cancer syndromes, with emphasis on reducing morbidity and mortality in families who are assessed to be at high risk. Our multidisciplinary team consists of family history assessors, gastroenterologists, and colorectal surgeons and works closely with Genetic Health Services. The Service provides education, information and support to families, including medical management and identification of those at high risk and follow up for others within a family who may be at increased risk of cancer as well as long term follow-up of individuals via a colonoscopy surveillance programme. As a Family History Assessor, you will: • Explore the medical histories of referred patients and families to determine their risk of hereditary syndromes associated with gastrointestinal cancer • Provide on-going surveillance and risk management advice • Recommend appropriate care • Coordinate the endoscopy surveillance for those individuals participating in our colonoscopy reminder programme • Demonstrate an awareness of the ethical issues related to the medical management of genetic disorders and the psycho-social impact on people of a diagnosis of cancer or a high risk of developing cancer This role requires a health related degree such as a Masters in Genetic Counselling (or equivalent) with preferred experience in the field of gastroenterology, oncology, colorectal surgery or working with familial cancer syndromes. If you have led your own clinics this will be an advantage but full clinical training and support is provided. The service is committed to the maintenance of professional accreditation for candidates from a Genetic Counselling background. Click here to view the position description. Please apply by clicking on the link below and submitting your latest CV and cover letter. For further information about the role please contact Julie Arnold, Service Clinical Director and Clinical Manager at JulieA@adhb.govt.nz. For assistance with your online application, please contact Julie Galang, Recruitment Consultant on JGalang@adhb.govt.nz In addition to the opportunity to work in a large, modern comprehensive facility, Wellington is the capital of New Zealand. It has a vibrant mixture of lifestyles and cultures that offers easy access to stunning and diverse scenery and a wonderful range of indoor and outdoor pursuits. With its beautiful countryside and dynamic metropolitan centres, New Zealand offers a lifestyle to suitable for all. This is a great opportunity for you to come and experience the kiwi lifestyle and hospitality, whether that be living permanently or coming for an extended ‘visit’. We would love to hear from you to discuss the opportunities we can offer. For more information and to apply please click on the link below. http://careers.adhb.govt.nz/health-careers-job-search/details/ADHB5465

For further information please contact:

Julie Galang
Email: JGalang@adhb.govt.nz
Website: https://careers.adhb.govt.nz/health-careers-job-search/details/ADHB5465

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New Zealand

Closing Date: 05/03/2020

Location: Cambridge

Please see https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/xi/vacancy/?vac_ref=915936804 fro further details and application forms Applications are invited for a Consultant in Clinical Genetics (8PAs). The post holder will provide, with Consultant and genetic counsellor colleagues, a general genetics service to Addenbrooke's Hospital and the East Anglian region, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and management of genetic disorders, provision of genetic advice to patients and their families, provision of clinical genetic advice to the Genomic Laboratory Hub and other health professionals and responsibilities for the proper functioning of the department. This is an opportunity to join a clinical team at an exciting time of new development and investment in genetics services at Addenbrooke’s Hospital. The department is currently supported by 17 consultants (10 honorary contract holders), up to 8 specialist trainees and 9 genetic counsellors. There is a team of clinic appointment co-ordinators and a pre-clinic information service as well as a strong administrative support. Between 2017 and 2018, 7500 referrals were received. The post-holder will be supported in developing a transformational service to accommodate the growing demand across the region. The East of England service is located in the new Addenbrooke’s Treatment Centre adjacent to the newly commissioned genomic laboratory hub and university academic department (Head Prof. Eamonn Maher). There are strong academic links available for research in Cambridge, through the Biomedical Research Centre, Genomic Medicine Centre, NIHR Bioresource, MRC and CRUK, as well as through academic departments within the university. You will be fully registered with the GMC and ideally have a CCT in Clinical Genetics or be within six months of award of CCT at the time of interview. Applications are welcomed from those wishing to job-share. The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC’s Good Medical Practice (2013). Applications from job seekers who require Tier 2 sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, Tier 2 skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, must 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) will also be subject to this requirement. Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. For further details / informal visits contact: Visiting the Department should be arranged through Dr Richard Sandford (01223 348845 or Richard.sandford@addenbrookes.nhs.uk)

For further information please contact:

Dr Richard Sandford
Email: richard.sandford@addenbrookes.nhs.uk

East Anglian Medical Genetics Service,, Box 134, Addenbrookes Hospital,
Cambridge

CB2 2QQ

Closing Date: 24/02/2020

Location: West Midlands Regional Genetics Laboratory

A number of exciting opportunities have arisen for pre-registration Clinical Scientists specialising in Genomics to work within the West Midlands Regional Genetics Laboratory based at Birmingham Women’s Hospital. The advertised posts are for fixed term (12 month) positions. Please note: for this recruitment round we are unable to offer these posts as internal secondments. Over the last few years, the portfolio of genomic testing has significantly expanded with the introduction of large gene panels and exomes, creating an increase in workload and in the complexity of analysis and reporting. These posts will support the management and delivery of the Clinical programmes and will have a key role in these and future developments including the introduction of whole genome sequencing as part of the National Genomics Service in England. Following the 2018 NHS England designation of seven national Genomic Laboratory Hubs (GLHs), the West Midland Regional Genetics Laboratory (WMRGL) is the designated GLH leading the Genomic Local Laboratory Network (GLLN) for the Wessex, Oxford and West Midlands Genomics Consortium (WOWMGC) as part of a national world class Genomics Laboratory Network. The GLHs will be an integral part of the national Genomic Medicine Service providing state of the art, high quality genomic analysis to patients with rare disease and/or cancer. The pace of change is exponential with genomics being placed at the heart of the future NHS. Our workforce will be fundamental to the successful delivery of this ambitious and high profile service. Applicants should have completed (or nearly completed) a degree in a Life Science discipline or have an MSc, PhD in Genetics or significant laboratory experience in a relevant clinical setting. For those candidates who are not yet registered they will be expected to work toward HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist. Experience of human genetics would be helpful, but is not essential. Appointment will be dependent on qualifications and experience. Full competence based training will be given. We are very much committed to continuous development and have active seminar programmes available to all staff. For further information about the post please contact Jennie Bell on 0121 335 8036. Applicants should apply via NHS jobs using reference 284-19-DSJI-1762 Closing Date: Interview Date: TBC

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Jennie Bell
Email: jennie.bell@nhs.net

Birmingham Women's Hospital, Mindelsohn Way
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TG

Closing Date: 24/02/2020

Location: West Midlands Regional Genetics Laboratory

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Scientist at AfC band 7. This post is offered for 20 months in the first instance with the possibility of becoming permanent in the future. Applicants should have good interpersonal skills, a background in genetics, a strong interest in driving and improving the quality of diagnostic services and be able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrable experience of genomic technology and the interpretation of a range of scientific data are essential. Applicants should be registered (or close to registration) with the HCPC as a Clinical Scientist. The post holders will be required to take responsibility for testing and reporting of specialised genomic diagnostic investigations and for managing areas of existing service work in the laboratory and be able to work to tight deadlines. Applicants should possess excellent communication and team leadership skills, have resilience and be able to work independently as required. Appointment will be dependent on qualifications and experience. We are very much committed to continuous development and have active seminar programmes available to all staff. Over the last few years, the portfolio of genomic testing has significantly expanded with the introduction of large gene panels and exomes, creating an increase in workload and in the complexity of analysis and reporting. This post will support the management and delivery of the clinical programmes and will have a key role in these and future developments including the introduction of whole genome sequencing as part of the National Genomic Medicine Service in England. The West Midlands Regional Genetics Laboratory is based at Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS FT sitting within the Genetics Clinical Group alongside the West Midlands Clinical Genetics Service. WMRGL is a CRUK Stratified Medicine Program Technology Hub and a key part of the West Midlands Genomic Medicine Centre in the Genomics England 100,000 Genomes Project. Over the last 8 years WMRGL has significantly expanded its research portfolio, securing over £5 million of R&D funding for projects covering a diverse spectrum of genetic disorders. WMRGL also hosts the Central England Haemato-oncology Research Biobank (CEHRB). We work closely with our WM Clinical Genetics Service; with the National School of Healthcare Science; with the University of Birmingham, in particular, the Institute of Cancer and Genomics Sciences; and with diagnostic and pharmaceutical industries. Any candidates with relevant experience of clinical delivery of genetic laboratory services suitable for this level of appointment are encouraged to apply. Birmingham Women's & Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is committed to providing equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment, to every member of staff and to all potential employees. The Trust aims to build a workforce which is valued and whose diversity reflects the communities it serves, enabling it to deliver the best possible healthcare service to those communities. For further information about the post please contact Jennie Bell (on 0121 335 8036). Applicants should apply via NHS jobs using reference: 284-20-DWAG-096 Closing Date: 24/2/20 Interview Date: TBC Applicants will be expected to be available to start as soon as possible, pending required clearances.

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For further information please contact:

Jennie Bell
Email: jennie.bell1@nhs.net

Birmingham Women's Hospital, Mindelsohn Way
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TG

Closing Date: 24/02/2020

Location: West Midlands Regional Genetics Laboratory

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Clinical Scientist in Genomics at AfC band 8a. This position is advertised as full time and permanent. The post is planned to be based in the Cancer (Haemato-oncology and Solid) programme but consideration will be given to candidates with a background in Rare Disease Genomics. The successful candidate will also be part of the laboratory Leadership Team (LT) supporting the delivery of services across the department. Over the last few years, the portfolio of genomic testing has significantly expanded with the introduction of large gene panels, creating an increase in workload and in the complexity of analysis and reporting. This post will support the management and delivery of the Clinical programme and will have a key role in future developments including the introduction of whole genome sequencing as part of the National Genomics Service in England. Following the 2018 NHS England designation of seven national Genomic Laboratory Hubs (GLHs), the West Midland Regional Genetics Laboratory (WMRGL) is the designated GLH leading the Genomic Local Laboratory Network (GLLN) for the Wessex, Oxford and West Midlands Genomics Consortium (WOWMGC) as part of a national world class Genomics Laboratory Network. The GLHs will be an integral part of the national Genomic Medicine Service providing state of the art, high quality genomic analysis to patients with rare disease and/or cancer. The pace of change is exponential with genomics being placed at the heart of the future NHS. Our workforce will be fundamental to the successful delivery of this ambitious and high profile service. We are looking for a registered Clinical Scientist who has a demonstrable commitment to a career in laboratory genomics. This post would suit individuals with a broad experience in Cancer genomics diagnostic testing and a proven track record of delivering service developments. The successful candidate should have FRCPath Part 1 and be actively preparing for FRCPath Part 2. Consideration will also be given to candidates with suitable and equivalent clinical laboratory and/or academic experience.Applicants should possess excellent communication and team leadership skills, be able to demonstrate an ability to meet tight deadlines, have resilience and be able to work independently as required. Any candidates with relevant experience of clinical delivery of genetic laboratory services suitable for this level of appointment are encouraged to apply. Birmingham Women's & Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is committed to providing equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment, to every member of staff and to all potential employees. The Trust aims to build a workforce which is valued and whose diversity reflects the communities it serves, enabling it to deliver the best possible healthcare service to those communities. For further information about the post please contact Jennie Bell, Yvonne Wallis, Jo Mason, Thalia Antoniadi, Stephanie Allen or Dom McMullan (on 0121 335 8036). Applicants should apply via NHS jobs using reference 284-19-DMJI-1463 Closing Date: 24/2/20 Interview Date: TBC

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For further information please contact:

Jennie Bell
Email: jennie.bell1@nhs.net

Birmingham Women's Hospital, Mindelsohn Way
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TG

Family History Assessor - NZ Familial Gastrointestinal Cancer Service (NZFGCS)

Consultant in Clinical Genetics

Band 6 Pre-Registration Clinical Scientist

Band 7 Clinical Scientist Post

Band 8a Principal Clinical Scientist

Clinical Scientist (Band 7)