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Clinical Scientist

NE1 4LP

Key information

Pay
£49,387 to £56,515 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Contract
Posted date
16 Oct 2026
Closing date
25 Oct 2026

About this role

We would be willing to consider applications from individuals with alternative qualifications such as an MSc or PhD in Genetics, with significant laboratory and analytical experience in a relevant clinical setting. Any successful candidates who are not yet registered would be expected to work towards HCPC registration and would be appointed on an appropriate percentage of the pay for fully qualified staff during the training period. Analysis, interpretation and reporting of genetic tests for a broad range of inherited disorders and acquired cancers guided by clearly defined policies and procedures. Service development in own area. Limited responsibility for an additional component of the genetics service. Providing specialist advice to clinicians on specific genetic tests. Supervision of technical, junior and trainee staff in section. Practical and theoretical training of scientific & technical staff.