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Genomic Associate

7 months ago

Southampton, United Kingdom University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Wessex Clinical Genetics Service is delighted to be recruiting to the role of Genomics Associate. We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and highly skilled individual who has an interest in genomics and ideally prior knowledge of the 100,000 Genomes Project and the national plans for mainstreaming genomic medicine.

NHS genetic services are undergoing radical changes as we move to a national genomic medicine service and transform care for people with rare diseases and cancer. You will work with a high level of autonomy, taking delegated responsibility from the Lynch syndrome Genomics Nurse/Genetic Counsellor. This really is an exciting time to be involved in genetics and genomic medicine.

The post is closely allied to the Wessex Cancer Alliance and covers a population of over 3 million in the Wessex region

Normal working days are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with some flexibility to meet service requirements.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

**What you’ll do**:
1. Provide and develop a high quality service to facilitate the offer of whole genome sequencing and the national Lynch syndrome project to eligible patients
2. This post will involve engagement with health professionals throughout a variety of clinical disciplines to support these health professionals who are identifying patients who may benefit from whole genome sequencing
3. Support the completion of the 1000,000 Genomes project
4. Coordinate and run participant clinics alongside medical services for consent and family liaison for genomic testing, ensuring that families are fully supported emotionally and, if needed referral to other services
5. Focus in ensuring all Trusts across the Wessex region are equally engaged and equally served.

**What we’re looking for**:
You will have an interest in and understanding of genetics and ideally some knowledge of the 100,000 Genomes project. This is an autonomous role and you willbe responsible for your own patient caseload, with support from the Lynch Syndrome Genomics Nurse/Genetic Counsellor.

You will also be expected to participate in research and audit and support the Lynch Syndrome Genomics Nurse/Genetic Counsellor with teaching and education.