Job overview
Cambridge Genomics Laboratory is recruiting Healthcare Science Associates, Band 3, to join our sample receipt and laboratory teams,
We are looking for individuals with an enthusiastic and flexible attitude who have a desire to make a difference working in a diagnostic Genomics laboratory. This role will include sample receipt and general laboratory duties.
This role can be adapted to align with the Level 6 apprenticeship pathway, where alongside your full time position, a BSc in Biomedical Science (IBMS accredited), can be obtained over a 4 year period. We encourage candidates who are considering a career in Biomedical or Healthcare Science, but do not have an accredited Biomedical Science qualification, to apply for this position and enquire to applying for this route ***Please note this is subject to certain acceptance criteria**** Please also note applicants whom already have degree level qualifications may still apply for this post *****
The Laboratory is part of the East Genomic Laboratory Hub (EGLH). This is one of seven Genomic Hubs established to provide the National Genomic Medicine Service for NHS England, led by Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and working with Nottingham University Hospital and University Hospital Leicester.
Main duties of the job
Specimen Reception Team main duties:
Receipt, logging and banking of samples
Laboratory Team duties (when competent and on the rota):
DNA extraction using manual and automated methods
Quantifying and normalising DNA samples
Perform routine genetic diagnostic tests such as PCR and cell culture.
Working for our organisation
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 12000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values – Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people’s age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 24th March 2024
Interviews are due to be held on 8th April 2024
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
Experience
Essential criteria
Desirable criteria
Knowledge
Essential criteria
Understanding of health and safety
Desirable criteria
Skills
Essential criteria
Following protocols and procedures
Good communication, both verbally and written
Good teamwork and interpersonal skills
Able to concentrate for prolonged periods
Computer literate
Ability to work in an organised manner and to high standards
Additional Requirements
Essential criteria
The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
Genuine enthusiasm in working in health care