The Clinical Genetics Society

Closing Date: 19/12/2022

Location: Manchester

An exciting opportunity has arisen at The Christie Pathology Partnership (CPP) for a Band 7 Clinical Cytogeneticist to join our Cytogenetics department. Clinical Cytogeneticist will work as part of a team to provide an effective and high-quality genomic analysis service to aid the diagnosis and treatment of patients with leukaemia and other cancers for Greater Manchester, the North West of England and other customers of the Christie Pathology Partnership. About us The Christie Pathology Partnership was formed in 2014 and is a joint venture between The Christie NHS Foundation Trust and SYNLAB, the largest provider of laboratory pathology and diagnostic services in Europe. We provide Pathology services for The Christie, the largest single site cancer centre in Europe, treating more than 44,000 patients a year and recently rated Outstanding by the CQC. SYNLAB is the European leader in delivery of high quality pathology testing and imaging services. SYNLAB operates in 35 countries across four continents, employing more than 20,000 members of staff and conducting approximately 500 million tests per annum. SYNLAB in the UK is a trusted expert in clinical laboratory services, drug and alcohol testing and food testing. We provide a wide range of testing capabilities and advanced pathology services through to the most innovative molecular and genetic diagnostic tests available today. The purpose of the role is to: • To apply specialist scientific knowledge in cancer cytogenomics in the interpretation and reporting of, often complex, genetic information to clinicians and in producing interpretive reports for authorisation by a senior Clinical Cytogeneticist. • To participate in laboratory and quality management processes to ensure the effective operation of the department and to maintain the service to standards expected by local policies, professional guidelines and UKAS accreditation, include writing and reviewing SOPs, participation in internal audit and external EQA. • The post holder will participate on a rotational basis specific duties covering; duty scientist role including effective specimen handling, interpretation of referral reasons, deciding test and culture regimes, allocation of duties and dealing with telephone enquiries; managing FISH workflow on both liquid and FFPE preparations. • The postholder will supervise and provide scientific support to technical staff. • The role will involve contributing to the diagnostic workload for G-band chromosome analysis of blood and bone marrow preparations. • To participate in SNP array analysis and interpretation, as part of a new service currently in development in the department. • The post holder will have specific designated departmental responsibilities, appropriate to the grade of post, allocated according to training and experience. These will be directed by the Service Managers and may be on a rotational basis. • Develop personal knowledge of genomics for the benefit of the service and the wider scientific community. The successful candidate will ideally have: • A minimum of second class BSc(Hons) in a relevant subject. • State registration with Health and Care Professions Council as a Clinical Scientist. • Post Graduate Certificate of Competence in Clinical Cytogenetics or equivalent. • Formal training as a Clinical Scientist in diagnostic Clinical Cytogenetics including work with chromosome analysis and FISH. • High level working knowledge of Cytogenetic techniques including fine laboratory work, sterile culture work, sample preparation and microscopy requiring manual dexterity. • Highly skilled in cytogenomic analysis techniques, such as G-banded chromosome analysis, FISH analysis and SNP arrays. We SYNLAB is a committed equal opportunities employer and we are open to flexible working. Once trained, the successful candidate may be expected to cover early evening and weekend sample receipt. We will accept applications from trainee scientists who are nearing registration. Applicants must currently have permission to work in the UK. For further information please email: asmaa.tanver@synlab.co.uk

For further information please contact:

Asmaa Tanver
Email: asmaa.tanver@synlab.co.uk
Website: https://synlab.co.uk/careers/opportunities/

Closing Date: 06/12/2022

Location: Oxford Genetics Laboratory

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a final year STP, a registered Clinical Scientist in Bioinformatics, or a research Bioinformatician with experience in human genetics, to join the existing team of scientists, bioinformaticians and technologists at the Oxford Genetics Laboratories. Here we provide state-of-the-art diagnostic testing for a comprehensive range of molecular and cytogenetic investigations for rare disease and acquired disorders (solid tumour and haematological malignancy). Alongside this we are active in research & development, undertaking translational projects and collaborating closely with many of the genetic research leaders in Oxford as well as the NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre. The Oxford Genetics Laboratories work in partnership with laboratories in the West Midlands and Wessex to form the Central & South Genomic Laboratory Hub (C&SGLH).

For further information please contact:

Carl Fratter
Email: Carl.Fratter@ouh.nhs.uk
Website: http://jobs.ouh.nhs.uk/job/v4751646

Oxford Genetics Laboratories, Churchill Hospital
Oxford
Oxon
OX3 7LE

Closing Date: 30/03/2023

Location: Lausanne, Switzerland

UNIL is a leading international teaching and research institution, with over 5,000 employees and 15,500 students split between its Dorigny campus, CHUV and Epalinges. UNIL and CHUV encourage excellence, individual recognition and responsibility. The Faculty of Biology and Medicine (FBM) and the Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) are inviting applications for a position of: FULL PROFESSOR AND HEAD PHYSICIAN OF MEDICAL GENETICS (GEN) SERVICE within the Department of Medicine (DM) and Department of laboratories (DMLP) for the laboratories (Mebeko recognition required) Starting date: to be agreed Place: Lausanne, Switzerland The Service's consultations are intended for people who have or may have a genetic disease or a genetic predisposition to a rare or common disease. They serve to establish a precise diagnosis through a clinical examination and laboratory analyses. This evaluation is essential to inform appropriate medical management or personalized prevention. In addition to clinical, diagnostic and teaching activities, different types of research exist: in basic research (molecular basis of genetic diseases and pathogenic mechanisms), in clinical research (establishing new metabolic or drug therapies) and in applied research (use of genetic diagnosis in routine medicine to ensure that clinical and molecular diagnosis translates into a real benefit for the patient and his family). Main missions: • Lead, organize and ensure the development of all activities typical of a Clinical Service in a teaching hospital. • Ensure and reinforce the expertise and safety of clinical missions/services while developing inter-institutional collaborations and synergies in line with the CHUV’s strategic plan; ensure the supervision of the genetics laboratories and the maintenance of expertise in FAMH training. • Conduct and develop high-level clinical and academic research missions, financed by external funds and published in quality scientific journals, including its own research. • Ensure and guarantee the missions of pre-graduate training (according to the needs of the FBM), post-graduate training (ISFM training center cat. A1) and continuing education, in the field of the discipline, by assuming the function of discipline leader and by participating in it. • Consolidate the influence of the clinical and academic field both internally and externally. Desired profile: • Federal medical degree (or Mebeko recognition required), MD or MD-PhD • ISFM specialist title (or Mebeko recognition required) in medical genetics • Extensive clinical experience in the field of medical/human genetics • Widely recognized (or certified) managerial skills in leading a large/multi-site team and relevant project management experience • Developed social skills and a unifying, communicative, proactive personality with a strong emphasis on cross-functional collaborations. • Academic knowledge of professorial rank with confirmed practice in pre- and postgraduate teaching • Ability to set up clinical research programs that can be supported by external expert funding • Good knowledge of French (LM or C1 ideal, minimum B2 with ability to acquire it quickly). Further information can be obtained from Prof. Gérard Waeber, Chairman of the Department of medicine, and Prof. Giuseppe Pantaleo, Chairman of the Department of laboratories. Applications, in English, should include i) a motivation letter, ii) a curriculum vitae, iii) a list of publications highlighting the five most significant ones, iv) a brief statement (5 pages max.) of the past and future research, v) a summary of previous teaching experience (if applicable), vi) and the names and contact information of at least three references, vii) a copy of diplomas, and viii) a valid identity card. They should be submitted online by March 30th, 2023 (23:59 GMT+1) to wwwfbm.unil.ch/releve/application/ as a single PDF file. The job description is available on the same link. We offer a pleasant working atmosphere in a multicultural, diverse and dynamic academic environment. There are possibilities for continuing professional education and a multitude of activities and other benefits to discover. UNIL and CHUV are committed to promoting gender equality and diversity and strongly encourage applications from female candidates. www.unil.ch/egalite

For further information please contact:

University of Lausanne
Website: https://unil.ch/fbm/home.html

Rue du Bugnon 21,
Lausanne
Switzerland
1011