Healthcare Scientist

Healthcare Scientist (Research and Development) - Laboratory Genetics Join to apply for the Healthcare Scientist (Research and Development) - Laboratory Genetics role at NHS Scotland NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included. Shift pattern Monday – Friday 9am‑5pm, short week 37 hours (moving to 36 hours 1st April 2026). Fixed term 1 year, 36 hour Agenda for Change on 1 April 2026. The West of Scotland Centre for Genomic Medicine provides a high‑quality genetics service to the West of Scotland, population 2.7 million, and to the whole of Scotland through the Scottish Strategic Network for Genomic Medicine. Based at the state‑of‑the‑art Laboratory Medicine building at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow, the Laboratory Genetics department is responsible for the testing of inherited genetic disease and acquired genetic disease (solid and haematological malignancy). An opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Scientist responsible for undertaking translational research and development initiatives for the genetic diagnosis of cancer, that include the implementation and validation of new genomic tests and bioinformatic solutions that can be used to deliver testing for Clinical Trials and for future implementation as a routine clinical service. Responsibilities Perform critical evaluation of new technology and subsequent translational implementation into routine diagnostic service. Perform complex data analysis and interpretation of complex results from translational projects including the implementation and validation of new genetic tests. Provide highly specialist advice to colleagues and clinicians involved in the laboratory’s translational research and development initiatives. Work within the Development Programme to implement and deliver the laboratory’s translational research and development initiatives, in consultation with the Development Manager. Adhere strictly to departmental policies and Standard Operating Procedures. Follow Health and Safety regulations, as outlined in laboratory protocols and policies. Organise own work in the laboratory. Qualifications Honours degree or equivalent in a biological science Post‑graduate professional qualification as a Clinical Scientist or MSc or PhD along with appropriate equivalent experience in genomics (cancer or germline). Specialist experience of genetic diagnostics techniques, including PCR, sequencing, microarrays and FISH. Specialist knowledge of genetic diagnostics equipment and software packages. Considerable experience in complex genetic diagnostics data analysis and interpretation of complex results, including from next generation sequencing. Careful and meticulous, adhering to good laboratory practice. Informal contact: Niamh Mangion, Development Manager, 0141 354 9323 or email NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have. Applicants must provide original authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence, automated tools or other third‑party assistance to generate, draft or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Contract (fixed term 1 year) Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology #J-18808-Ljbffr