Clinical Scientist; Bioinformatician

Overview

Clinical Scientist in Bioinformatics (Band
7) – Bristol Genetics Laboratory, South West Genomics Laboratory Hub. We are seeking a Clinical Scientist (Bioinformatics) to join our Bioinformatics Team supporting a state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory delivering comprehensive genetic testing services to patients.

What we offer:

• A chance to be at the forefront of precision medicine, contributing to life-changing diagnoses and therapies
• An environment that values innovation, collaboration, and the professional growth of its team members
• The opportunity to work with a diverse array of technologies and methodologies
• We are supportive of flexible working and open to considering working from home options

This is a varied and dynamic role, involving both the operation of in-service bioinformatics pipelines and contributing to the development of new bioinformatics services.

• In-service duties include running NGS pipelines for Rare Disease and Cancer services, performing quality control checks and supporting scientific queries.
• Collaborate with the SWGLH bioinformatics team to develop and validate new bioinformatics pipelines to support the NHSE National Genomics Test Directory.
• Contribute to staff training in bioinformatics and participate in quality assurance activities.

• Open to HCPC registered Clinical Scientists in Bioinformatics. Applications from final year Scientist Training Programme (STP) trainees in Clinical Bioinformatics are welcomed.
• The role demands a blend of specialist knowledge, analytical thinking and collaborative skills. Experience in a bioinformatics section of a diagnostic genetics laboratory service and knowledge of bioinformatic tools, resources and techniques applied to medical genetics are essential.
• For candidates who are not yet registered, they will be expected to work towards HCPC registration and would be appointed on a salary band appropriate for their experience.

The successful candidate will be expected to work 37½ hours per week full-time over seven days of the week. Part-time and job share are considered.

As a new member of the SWGLH Bioinformatics Team, you will be welcomed into a growing team of professionals who are passionate about innovation and delivering high-quality patient care. We value close relationships, mutual support, adaptability to change, and enthusiasm for the latest advancements in bioinformatics.

With a scientific and technical staff of over 100, BGL is housed in new state-of-the-art Pathology laboratories in North Bristol NHS Trust. BGL provides comprehensive Cancer and Rare Inherited Disease genomic testing to the South West, with extensive national and international referrals. BGL has a significant R&D programme and co-location with the University of Bristol Learning and Research Centre in the Trust Science Quarter.

BGL is committed to high-quality training at all levels as an accredited training centre.

Please refer to the Job Description for full details.