Associate Genetic Technologist: Sponsorship Available

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious individual to fulfil the role of an Associate Genetic Technologist. This is a permanent position based at the NHS North West Genomics Laboratory Hub (NW GLH)- Liverpool site, Liverpool Women’s Hospital. The NW GLH is one of 7 GLHs as part of a national re-organisation to provide a national genomic medicine service. It is a highly regarded, UKAS accredited, NHS clinical service provider of Genomics to a population of 7.2 million people in the North west of England, as well as a wide range of national and international specialist referrals.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone wishing to work in an advanced laboratory environment and be part of a team delivering specialist diagnostic services. The successful candidate would have extensive and proven laboratory experience, with experience in diagnostic genetic laboratory work desirable. However, full training will be provided. The post will involve working within a technical team carrying out laboratory processes as well as some administrative work. A flexible attitude is essential, as is the ability to work to tight deadlines.

Main duties of the job

To carry out, after appropriate technical and administrative tasks of a section or subsection of the laboratory.

To have good attention to detail. Some essential tasks are repetitive and require specific unbroken work periods.

To collaborate with other members of section and wider department, working as a team, to achieve an effective and reliable service.

To be involved in the manipulation of fine tools and materials, which require a high degree of hand eye co-ordination and manual dexterity.

To work accurately, following detailed instructions and departmental procedures and codes of conduct.

To supervise less experienced staff in own area of work when required.

To be responsible for safe operation and maintenance of highly complex equipment.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

  • 2 A levels (at least one in Science) OR Extensive and proven experience working as an Assistant Technologist in an accredited Genetics laboratory

Desirable

  • Foundation degree in relevant science, or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

Essential

  • Extensive or proven experience in a laboratory environment

Desirable

  • Experience in an accredited genetics/diagnostic laboratory
  • Experience of staff training

SKILLS

Essential

  • Able to work accurately and follow standard operating procedures accurately
  • To take responsibility for own work under direction of senior lab staff
  • Effective team worker
  • Good organisational skills
  • Able to recognise and manage priorities
  • Be competent in the use of the laboratory database and document management systems
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to give technical training to other staff
  • Able to use and maintain lab equipment
  • Proven ability using automated equipment and associated software

KNOWLEDGE

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate knowledge and awareness of NHS diagnostic laboratory work

Other

Essential

  • Flexible attitude
  • Diplomatic and co-operative

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to 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) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Closing Date: 26 January 2025

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