Genome Analyst

Genomics England partners with the NHS to provide whole genome sequencing diagnostics. We also equip researchers to find the causes of disease and develop new treatments – with patients and participants at the heart of it all.

Our mission is to continue refining, scaling, and evolving our ability to enable others to deliver genomic healthcare and conduct genomic research.

We are accelerating our impact and working with patients, doctors, scientists, government and industry to improve genomic testing, and help researchers access the health data and technology they need to make new medical discoveries and create more effective, targeted medicines for everybody.

We are hiring a Genome Analyst to support the Diagnostic Discovery initiative here at Genomics England. 

Diagnostic Discovery is focused on ensuring participants benefit from the latest advances in genomic science and technology. This is achieved through innovative, ongoing analysis of whole genome sequencing (WGS) data, with the aim of increasing diagnostic yield for individuals enrolled in Genomics England's research programmes. 

This is an exceptional opportunity to work at the intersection of research and clinical practice, with a strong focus on variant interpretation and genomic data analysis within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.  

We are particularly interested in individuals with experience at the clinical-research interface who are passionate about advancing diagnostic insights for patients with rare conditions who currently remain undiagnosed. 

Everyday responsibilities include: 

• Reviewing variants identified through research analysis of Genomics England data to support Diagnostic Discovery. 
• Assessing gene/variant associations with rare disorders to guide Diagnostic Discovery analyses. 
• Designing and performing customized analyses of the Genomics England data. 
• Critically assessing outputs of internally developed analyses to bring about improvements. 
• Support the review of rare disorder research findings identified through the Genomics England Research Network members and Discovery Forum. 

Skills & experience for success 

Ideally, we are seeking candidates with experience with genomic analysis in rare conditions who can demonstrate the skills and experience necessary to excel in the role of Genome Analyst

• Experience in a role where you undertake whole genome or exome sequencing analyses and interpretation of the genomic data in relation to rare disorders within a clinical or research setting. 
• An understanding and focus on the clinical impact of these analyses. 
• Detailed knowledge of human genomics, in particular rare disorders. 

MSc/PhD in relevant discipline preferred.

Please note that this role is not primarily a bioinformatics role. Please provide a clear description of your experience with scientific analysis and interpretation of genomic data and variants, particularly in the context of rare conditions. 

Closing date for applications: Monday 1st December.

Salary from: £47,500

Being an integral part of such a meaningful mission is extremely rewarding in itself, but in order to support our people, we're continually improving our benefits package. We pride ourselves on investing in our people and supporting them to achieve their career goals, as well as offering a benefits package including: 

• Generous Leave: 30 days' holiday plus bank holidays, additional leave for long service, and the option to apply for up to 30 days of remote working abroad annually (approval required).
• Family-Friendly: Blended working arrangements, flexible working, enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave benefits.
• Pension & Financial: Defined contribution pension (Genomics England double-matches up to 10%, however you can contribute more if you wish), Life Assurance (3x salary), and a Give As You Earn scheme.
• Learning & Development: Individual learning budgets, support for training and certifications, and reimbursement for one annual professional subscription (approval required).
• Recognition & Rewards: Employee recognition programme and referral scheme.
• Health & Wellbeing: Subsidised gym membership, a free Headspace account, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme, eye tests, flu jabs.

Equal opportunities and our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace 

Genomics England is actively committed to providing and supporting an inclusive environment that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion best practice both within our community and in any other area where we have influence. We are proud of our diverse community where everyone can come to work and feel welcomed and treated with respect regardless of any disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, or social background. 

Genomics England's policies of non-discrimination and equity and will be applied fairly to all people, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, being pregnant or recently becoming a parent, race, religion or beliefs, sex or sexual orientation, length of service, whether full or part-time or employed under a permanent or a fixed-term contract or any other relevant factor.  

Genomics England does not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, victimisation or bullying at work. Such behaviour undermines our mission and core values and diminishes the dignity, respect and integrity of all parties. Our People policies outline our commitment to inclusivity. 

We aim to remove barriers in our recruitment processes and to be flexible with our interview processes. Should you require any adjustments that may help you to fully participate in the recruitment process, we encourage you to discuss this with us. 

Culture

We have four key behaviours that represent what we would like Genomics England to feel like and the culture we want to encourage, in order for us to achieve our mission. These behaviours help us all work well together, deliver on our outcomes, celebrate our successes and share feedback with each other. You can read about these and other aspects of our culture here Culture | Genomics England

Blended working model

Genomics England operates a blended working model as we know our people appreciate the flexibility that hybrid working can bring. We expect most people to come into the office a minimum of 2 times each month. However, this will vary according to role and will be agreed with your team leader. There is no expectation that people will return to the office full time unless they want to, however, some of our roles require full time on site attendance e.g., lab teams, reception team. 

Our teams and squads have, and will continue to reflect on what works best for them to work together successfully and have the freedom to design working patterns to suit, beyond the minimum. Our office locations are: Canary Wharf, Cambridge and Leeds.

Onboarding background checks

As part of our recruitment process, all successful candidates are subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.  We therefore require applicants to disclose any previous offences at point of application, as some unspent convictions may mean we are unable to proceed with your application due to the nature of our work in healthcare.