Genomic Practitioner - Regional Lynch Syndrome Expert Network
| Posting date: | 04 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £37,259 - £45,356 p.a. pro rata inclusive of HCAS (Inner) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 April 2026 |
| Location: | Tooting, SW17 0QT |
| Company: | st georges nhs trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7803016/200-7803016-DE-PT |
Summary
A Vacancy at St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
The Genomics service provides risk assessment, genetic testing and psychosocial support to families at risk of a genetic or inherited condition.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and passionate Genomic Practitioner to support our friendly, dynamic and supportive team of Clinical Geneticists and Genetic Counsellors. The ideal candidate will have an interest in, and some prior knowledge of the national plans for mainstreaming genomic medicine, and a desire to learn clinical genetics in practice.
The post holder will be supported by clinical leadership within the Genomics service, chiefly through the Genetic Counselling Team.
This post would be suited to individuals seeking experience in a Clinical Genetics service with a view to applying for future positions to access formal genetic counselling training.
The Genomic Practitioner role is central to supporting the integration of genomics into clinical practice. Germline testing increasingly informs treatment, surveillance, and family cascade testing, and Clinical Genetics services coordinate both diagnostic testing and communication of results. This role acts as a bridge between administrative processes, clinical pathways and patient care to ensure that genomic testing is undertaken efficiently and appropriately.
Primarily based within Clinical Genetics at St George’s Hospital, the postholder will support the development, embedding and delivery of a robust referral, triage and testing pathway.
Responsibilities include pathway development, direct patient contact, collection and dissemination of information with appropriate consent, and high-quality documentation aligned with local and national standards. The role will also contribute to clinical audit, evaluation and ongoing service improvement.
A key remit of the role will be to support mainstreaming of Lynch syndrome testing across cancer MDTs. The postholder will provide coordination across the South East GMSA, ensuring that Lynch syndrome diagnoses are managed consistently.
They will contribute to audit, research and system improvement, and provide support to:
• Regional Lynch Expert Network MDT
• Local cancer MDTs via designated Lynch champions
• Mainstreaming pathways
• Family history services
• Primary care clinicians
• South East Cancer Alliances
• The South East GMSA
The South East Lynch Syndrome Expert Network is a regional project group established following the completion of the national Lynch Syndrome Transformation Project, jointly led by the North Thames and South East GMSAs. The Network aims to deliver a comprehensive, standardised approach to diagnosing Lynch syndrome by aligning pathways and processes to support equity of access and improved clinical outcomes.
The South East GMSA is committed to enhancing the diagnosis and lifelong management of individuals with Lynch syndrome. Each region in England has developed, or is in the process of developing, an expert network to ensure patients receive coordinated care wherever they live.
This role will support the continuation and further development of the South East Expert Network.
Principles of Regional Expert Networks
• Ensure and monitor equity of access for patients with Lynch syndrome
• Support mainstreaming pathways (e.g., genetic testing within cancer services)
• Promote consistency across mainstreaming service providers
• Oversee the lifelong management of individuals with Lynch syndrome
The ideal candidate will have an interest in, and ideally some prior understanding of, national plans for mainstreaming genomic medicine, as well as a desire to develop skills in clinical genomics. They will have strong IT skills, and a willingness to learn practical clinical skills within Genetics.
The postholder will work with a high level of autonomy, taking delegated responsibility from Lead Consultants and other clinical specialists, and will be line-managed and supported by a Principal Genetic Counsellor. The role does not include line management responsibilities and is well suited to individuals seeking experience within a dynamic clinical genetics service.
For a full job description please see attached document.
This advert closes on Wednesday 18 Mar 2026
The Genomics service provides risk assessment, genetic testing and psychosocial support to families at risk of a genetic or inherited condition.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and passionate Genomic Practitioner to support our friendly, dynamic and supportive team of Clinical Geneticists and Genetic Counsellors. The ideal candidate will have an interest in, and some prior knowledge of the national plans for mainstreaming genomic medicine, and a desire to learn clinical genetics in practice.
The post holder will be supported by clinical leadership within the Genomics service, chiefly through the Genetic Counselling Team.
This post would be suited to individuals seeking experience in a Clinical Genetics service with a view to applying for future positions to access formal genetic counselling training.
The Genomic Practitioner role is central to supporting the integration of genomics into clinical practice. Germline testing increasingly informs treatment, surveillance, and family cascade testing, and Clinical Genetics services coordinate both diagnostic testing and communication of results. This role acts as a bridge between administrative processes, clinical pathways and patient care to ensure that genomic testing is undertaken efficiently and appropriately.
Primarily based within Clinical Genetics at St George’s Hospital, the postholder will support the development, embedding and delivery of a robust referral, triage and testing pathway.
Responsibilities include pathway development, direct patient contact, collection and dissemination of information with appropriate consent, and high-quality documentation aligned with local and national standards. The role will also contribute to clinical audit, evaluation and ongoing service improvement.
A key remit of the role will be to support mainstreaming of Lynch syndrome testing across cancer MDTs. The postholder will provide coordination across the South East GMSA, ensuring that Lynch syndrome diagnoses are managed consistently.
They will contribute to audit, research and system improvement, and provide support to:
• Regional Lynch Expert Network MDT
• Local cancer MDTs via designated Lynch champions
• Mainstreaming pathways
• Family history services
• Primary care clinicians
• South East Cancer Alliances
• The South East GMSA
The South East Lynch Syndrome Expert Network is a regional project group established following the completion of the national Lynch Syndrome Transformation Project, jointly led by the North Thames and South East GMSAs. The Network aims to deliver a comprehensive, standardised approach to diagnosing Lynch syndrome by aligning pathways and processes to support equity of access and improved clinical outcomes.
The South East GMSA is committed to enhancing the diagnosis and lifelong management of individuals with Lynch syndrome. Each region in England has developed, or is in the process of developing, an expert network to ensure patients receive coordinated care wherever they live.
This role will support the continuation and further development of the South East Expert Network.
Principles of Regional Expert Networks
• Ensure and monitor equity of access for patients with Lynch syndrome
• Support mainstreaming pathways (e.g., genetic testing within cancer services)
• Promote consistency across mainstreaming service providers
• Oversee the lifelong management of individuals with Lynch syndrome
The ideal candidate will have an interest in, and ideally some prior understanding of, national plans for mainstreaming genomic medicine, as well as a desire to develop skills in clinical genomics. They will have strong IT skills, and a willingness to learn practical clinical skills within Genetics.
The postholder will work with a high level of autonomy, taking delegated responsibility from Lead Consultants and other clinical specialists, and will be line-managed and supported by a Principal Genetic Counsellor. The role does not include line management responsibilities and is well suited to individuals seeking experience within a dynamic clinical genetics service.
For a full job description please see attached document.
This advert closes on Wednesday 18 Mar 2026
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