Senior Cytogeneticist
| Posting date: | 23 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 February 2026 |
| Location: | London, WC1H 9AX |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | E0111-25-0077 |
Summary
To include, but not be restricted to, the following duties: 1. To undertake diligent cytogenomic analysis, checking and report writing (and signatory/authorisation) on a range of specimen types. 2. To participate in clinical decision making, such as test suitability, prioritisation, analytical requirements and need for further studies where appropriate. 3. To be responsible for the organisation and performance of clinical laboratory tests and liaise with colleagues to ensure target deadlines are met. 4. To provide clinical interpretation, validation and entry of results within the LIMS in preparation for reporting by authorised individuals. 5. To demonstrate problem solving skills in relation to any matters which may affect service provision or quality. 6. To take part in Joint Annual Reviews, to attend laboratory meetings, participate in departmental audits, training seminars, monthly training reviews and CPD activities as required. 7. To provide training and guidance to less experienced members of staff. 8. To participate in creating and monitoring effective internal quality control schemes and to participate in external schemes e.g. GENQA and ISO 15189 accreditation. 9. To maintain high quality standards in compliance with best practice guidelines, local policies, the Quality Management Group and ISO 15189. 10. To contribute in ensuring continuing adequate maintenance, repair and safety of all departmental equipment. 11. If involved in laboratory activities (laboratory duties may not necessarily be assigned to particular individuals) to be aware of those procedures that include: Maintenance and implementation of departmental policies and procedures for safe and efficient working. Good housekeeping and technical working practices. 12. To protect the health and safety of departmental staff and ensure compliance with the Company safety policy and legal requirements under the guidance of the Health & Safety Officer. 13. To be familiar with the laboratory IT system as appropriate for the discharge of your duties. 14. To adhere to and actively promote the Sonic/HSL Core Values. Commit to service excellence. Treat others with respect and honesty. To grow a workplace where trust, team spirit, and equity are an integral part of everything we do. Demonstrate responsibility and accountability. To set an example, to take ownership of each situation to the best of our ability, and to seek help when needed. Be enthusiastic about continuous improvement. To never be complacent, to recognise limitations and opportunities for ourselves and processes; and learn through these. Maintain confidentiality. To keep all information pertaining to patients, as well as professional and commercial issues, in strict confidence. 15. To communicate in a friendly, helpful and non-prejudicial manner in your dealings with staff and service users as you will be regarded as a representative of your department as well as the company, and you should behave accordingly. Matters regarding patients are confidential and must not be discussed except in the course of your duties. You will be expected to sign an undertaking to observe all patient and company confidentiality. 16. To be aware of and abide by the rules and codes of conduct of the company. To behave in a professional and responsible manner and co-operate with all other members of staff at all times. 17. To undertake other duties as specified by your line manager, HOD and the TDL/HSL Genetics Laboratory Management team.