Service Lead Clinical Scientist (Hereditary Cancers & Gastrohepatology)
Secondments | 5 months

Job summary
Sheffield Diagnostic Genetics Service (SDGS) is a dedicated team of 100+ colleagues delivering rare disease and oncology genomics services within the North East and Yorkshire Genomic Laboratory Hub (NEY GLH). Since April 2024, SDGS has operated as a focused 'dry' analysis and reporting department, working closely with partner laboratories in Leeds and Newcastle.

We are seeking a Service Lead Clinical Scientist with:

• Healthcare Scientist registration
• FRCPath Part 1 or equivalent experience
• Broad genetics experience, including service planning and delivery
• Compassionate leadership and strong team-support skills
• Ability to manage confidential and emotionally sensitive cases
• Commitment to Trust values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence

Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Deputy Head of Service (Oncology or Rare Disease) some of your responsibilities will include:

• Lead Scientific Team -- Lead and manage a group of scientific staff to deliver timely, high-quality genomic services in Hereditary Cancers and Gastrohepatology.
• Genomic Analysis & Reporting -- Analyse, interpret and report rare disease cases in line with established policies and procedures.
• Clinical & Laboratory Liaison -- Work with clinical teams and laboratory departments locally, regionally and nationally on behalf of the GLH, ensuring service continuity, development and effective multidisciplinary meetings.
• Service Development -- Expand specialist knowledge across genomic technologies to support and drive ongoing service improvement.
• Quality & Governance Roles -- Under the guidance of the Quality Manager and Deputy Lead Scientist, take responsibility for a defined quality role (e.g., Audit Lead, EQA Lead) and contribute to departmental, directorate and wider national/international groups.

About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health. We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise. We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey. Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported. As we approach our 150th anniversary this year, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health. We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

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Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members. Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential

• Degree level education (or equivalent), plus further specialist training, experience, research or study to Master's degree level or equivalent.
• Registered in appropriate scheme for Healthcare Scientist.
• Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists Part 1(FRCPath part 1) or equivalent experience.

Desirable

• Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists (FRCPath).
• A relevant higher degree such as a PhD in an appropriate subject.

Experience
Essential

• Experience in Genetics over a wide range of services with substantial experience of service planning, development and delivery.
• Management experience.

Desirable

• Research experience as evidenced by publication.

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Good computer skills and familiarity with data analysis packages.

Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential

• Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).