Bioinformatician (Xr06)

PURPOSE The North East and Yorkshire Genomic Laboratory Hub (NEY GLH) comprises of a partnership arrangement between several organisations (Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust, Sheffield Childrens Hospital FT, Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals FT and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals FT). The GLH operates as a network to deliver genomic testing, as outlined in the National Genomic Test Directory, across a broad range of Genomic specialties including both cancer and rare diseases. We provide a coordinated and comprehensive service to deliver standardised outcomes, on-going consolidation, quality improvement, and adoption of new technologies. The post-holder will: Working under guidance to provide highly specialised bioinformatics expertise to support the diagnostic platforms being used within NEY GLH.

This will include implementation of methods of data handling, software, analysis and interpretation of data that will ultimately have a direct impact on patient care. To work with the lead bioinformation and within the NEY GLH virtual team based across the different NEY GLH sites to plan activities and develop the bioinformatics capability of NEY GLH. To carry out research and development and audit in the field of genetics and bioinformatics To assist in delivery of a quality, cost effective and patient focussed service from a combination of specialist areas within the department. To take responsibility for own work.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY The post holder will work under guidance to provide highly specialised bioinformatics expertise to support the diagnostic platforms being used within NEY GLH. This will include implementation and validation of methods of data handling, software development, and analysis and interpretation of data that will ultimately have a direct impact on patient care. The post holder will work with the lead bioinformation and within the NEY GLH virtual team based across the different NEY GLH sites to plan activities and develop the bioinformatics capability of NEY GLH. The post holder will be required to carry out research and development and service improvement in the field of genetics and bioinformatics.

CORE ASPECTS OF THE ROLE Communication and Relationships The post holder requires the skill to present bioinformatics results, research findings, statistical data, analytical developments, audit results and teaching materials to groups of professional staff through departmental seminars, and/or external scientific meetings. The post holder will also communicate with: o Clinical Scientists, Medical, Biomedical Scientists, Healthcare Science Assistants, IT and informatics staff, and clerical staff on matters concerning the laboratory, systems and projects. o Peers, regionally and nationally, to discuss problems and service matters. Analytical and Judgemental Judgmental skills will be required when providing bioinformatic services as part of the overall service provided by the NEY GLH.

You will understand the need to report adverse events in the event of errors and failures. Develop, operate, maintain and troubleshoot highly complex bioinformatics software safely and efficiently. Input, manage, extract and interpret patient data using the laboratory computer system. Analysing, validating, interpreting and comparing technical data plus exercising judgement in identifying problems and then solving them.

Maintain patient confidentiality. You will recognise the absolute requirement to protect sensitive information that is related to patient care. Observe the requirements of departmental policies relating to service provision, for example sample labelling and adverse event reporting. Observe the requirements of Trust policies relating to clinical and people governance.

Planning and Organisational Communicate clearly and effectively whether orally, graphically or electronically. Organise, plan, prioritise, interpret, validate and authorize your workload and coordinate this with work undertaken by other team members. Work independently. Work with precision and follow accurately the documented laboratory standard operating procedures.

Take account of changes in service delivery by demonstrating a flexible approach to work. Physical Dexterity Standard keyboard skills Patient / Client Care The post holder will be required to provide highly specialised bioinformatics expertise to support the diagnostic platforms being used within NEY GLH. This will include implementation of methods of data handling, analysis and interpretation of data that will ultimately have a direct impact on patient care. To be an active member of the NEY GLH virtual team, delivering the bioinformatics capability of NEY GLH.

To identify and report adverse incidents through the designated channels. Policy and Service Development The post holder will be required to implement agreed polices within the department and assist in development of departmental policies and protocols, contributing to policy change as appropriat