Clinical Scientist

To follow established procedures and protocols

Comply with health and safety policies

Comply with corporate and professional codes of conduct

Assist in quality assurance procedures

Assist in training of new staff or visitors

To generate and interpret results, to classify genomic variants, to calculate risks where necessary, and to produce clear and concise patient reports adhering to agreed templates and sample turnaround times as directed by the Head of Service. The focus of this role will be on the analysis of whole-genome sequencing analysis with presentation of cases at GTAB and issuing of reports

To participate in the training and supervision of other members of staff and visitors

To prepare for and participate in multidisciplinary meetings with other members of staff, clinicians and staff from other scientific disciplines as required.

To undertake additional responsibilities as directed by the Head of Service, for example Deputy Safety Officer

An understanding of and proficiency in variant classification for somatic and/or germline findings according to published guidelines is required and experience in analysis of complex genetic data, e.g. from WGS (including the 100K project), would be an advantage.

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks.

Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee