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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
With effect from 01 April 2026, NHS Scotland is reducing its full-time working week from 37 to 36 hours per week; there will be no change in full-time pay. A permanent Advanced Healthcare Science Practitioner post has become available within the Genetic Service. Applicants should have:
Evidence of experience in key genetic techniques is essential, and preference will be given to appropriately skilled applicants with NHS experience. Evidence of supervisory and training experience is also desirable. The successful candidate will undertake a broad range of testing procedures on a variety of samples referred to the Service. The post-holder will generate and analyse genetic test results and consequently must work in a careful and meticulous manner, adhering to all laboratory standard operating procedures.
You will work with Senior Clinical Scientists to develop and deliver genomic testing for a range of inherited and acquired disorders. In addition, you will work closely with the Technical Team lead to direct the work of Assistants, Associates, and Senior Practitioners to deliver the majority of practical work required for an effective Service.
Continued professional development and training will be actively encouraged to enable the successful applicant to achieve appropriate registration as a Healthcare Science Practitioner.
The Regional Genetic Service is a large, friendly team of Technical, Scientific, and Clinical staff who provide a first-class service to patients and families from Tayside / NE Fife and elsewhere in Scotland. The Service offers modern, well-equipped facilities situated within Ninewells Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for a suitably motivated applicant to further their career within a diagnostic Genetic Service.
Hours of work are: 37.0 hours per week.
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.
Work permit in United Kingdom: Required
English language skill: Intermediate (B1)
Driver's license: Not required
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