Genomics Specimen Reception Deputy Lead

2 weeks ago

Cambridge, United Kingdom Cambridge University Hospitals Full time

**Main area**
- Division B - Genomics Laboratory Hub**Grade**
- Band 5**Contract**
- Permanent**Hours**
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week**Job ref**
- 180-B-234268**Employer**
- Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust**Employer type**
- NHS**Site**
- Addenbrookes Hospital-Division B**Town**
- Cambridge**Salary**
- £28,407 - £34,581 p.a. pro rata**Salary period**
- Yearly**Closing**
- 08/09/2023 23:59**Interview date**
- 18/09/2023Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Technical Team as a Deputy Genomics Specimen Reception Lead in our busy Genomics Laboratory.

The East Genomic Laboratory Hub is looking to recruit a Band 5 Deputy Genomics Specimen Reception Lead, who will assist the Genomics Reception Lead in managing and overseeing the whole sample receipt and send-out area in the Genomics Lab.

Experience of sample handling and receipt is essential.

Knowledge and understanding of the eHospital system EPIC, the National Genomic Information System (NGIS) for management of Whole Genome Sequencing Testing and other laboratory information systems, is highly desirable.

Experience of training and supervising others and knowledge of genomic testing pathways is also beneficial.

Registration with AHCS or IBMS/HCPC will be encouraged.

Hours are currently within our current opening hours of 8am to 6pm, however the laboratory may soon be open 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and at reduced hours at weekends, so flexibility is desirable.

The Laboratory is part of the East NHS Genomic Laboratory Hub. This is one of seven Genomic Hubs recently established to provide the new National Genomic Medicine Service for NHS England, led by Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and working with Nottingham University Hospital and University Hospital Leicester.

Main duties of the job

Act as the deputy lead for the GLH reception area including managing the staff, equipment and processes within it.

Act as Technical co-ordinator for the Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) send out service.

Supports the Lead to manage and coordinate the day-to-day sample management and associated laboratory activities associated with specimen reception.

Processing accurate and timely data into the laboratory information system.
- Assists with service improvement and staff development necessary to address the changing needs of GLH specimen reception.Working for our organisation

**Our Trust**

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 11000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 8th September 2023

Interviews are due to be held on 18th September 2023

**Benefits to you**

We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.

Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.

Person specification

**Qualifications**:
Essential criteria

Biological Science Degree (BSc) or equivalent
- Data processing /IT qualification or equivalent experienceDesirable criteria

Leadership Qualificationion.

European Computer Driving License
- Professional registration with either the AHCS or HCPC, or nearing completeExperience

Essential criteria

Experience of diagnostic laboratory sample workflows, sample preparation techniques and sample quality assurance.

Experience of using lab information management systems.

Experience of supervising a team.

Experience of Genomic IT systems and software
- Practical experience of Quality Management SystemsDesirable criteria
- Previous relevant experience of working in the NHS**Skills**:
Essential criteria

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to effectively train others.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Demonstrable interpersonal skills - can work as part of a team or independently

Able to

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