Clinical Scientist (Hiring Immediately)

Clinical Scientist Nonacus/Nonacus Clinical Services is a UK biotechnology organisation on a mission to improve patient outcomes through earlier, more accurate cancer diagnosis. Our mission is to enable earlier, more accurate diagnosis that improves patient outcomes. We develop cutting-edge genomic technologies and deliver accredited diagnostic services that bring real clinical impact—most notably GALEAS Bladder, our highly sensitive urine-based test for bladder cancer. Through our integrated products and clinical services, we turn innovation into real-world patient impact. We’re creating a world where early cancer diagnosis, detection and management are simple and universally available. We have ambitious targets to help over 1 million patients by 2030. Reporting Line Reports to: Principal Clinical Scientist Purpose Statement Reporting to the Principal Clinical Scientist, the post holder will be an HCPC-registered Clinical Scientist, working with a high degree of autonomy within an initially small team of Clinical Scientists. The post holder will perform precise scientific analysis, interpretation, and reporting on material derived from a wide range of pathological samples. The role includes supporting the development of laboratory services and the implementation of new tests, as well as contributing to ongoing service development and quality assurance. The post holder will assist in the creation, review, and maintenance of policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), regulatory requirements, and quality management standards. Through innovation and cross-team collaboration, the post holder will support the wider clinical and operational strategy. This Job Outline highlights the main areas of responsibility for the post and is not exhaustive. It is expected that, in line with the development of the company, additional responsibilities that are commensurate with the role will be added to this role outline to reflect the changing demands of the organisation. Key responsibilities: MANAGEMENT To have overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of a sub-section of a service To help develop and improve existing services by focused, continual review of quality, productivity, and efficiency. To ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all results leaving the laboratory. To monitor and manage personal workload. To undertake other appropriate duties as delegated by the Principal Clinical Scientist. To undertake other appropriate duties as delegated by the Principal Clinical Scientist. CLINICAL To be professionally responsible for their own work within the clinical scientist team. To be actively involved in the relevant diagnosis of genetic disorders and diseases and thereby personally contribute significantly to the clinical service. To liaise with clinicians as required on patient referrals and appropriate testing. To communicate highly specialised and complex scientific and clinical information in both verbal and written form to the many diverse clinicians who use the service. To provide accurate clinical information and advice to clinicians who refer samples or otherwise utilise the laboratory services. To formulate, authorise and issue appropriate reports to the referring clinicians according to company policy. QUALITY AND CLINICAL GOVERNANCE To work with the team to ensure adherence to the standards required of a UKAS-accredited laboratory, in close liaison with the Quality Manager and under the direction of the Principal Clinical Scientist and Clinical Laboratory Director. To participate in the ongoing preparation of the department for ISO 15189:2022 accreditation assessments. To contribute towards monitoring the quality of the service provided for both scientific and interpretational work. To participate in internal and external laboratory audits and internal and external quality assessment schemes. To abide by all statutory requirements, codes of practice, safety regulations and operational policies of the department and to be aware of these measures. To adhere to risk management and risk reporting strategies within the company. EDUCATION AND TRAINING Play an active role in your own training and only work within the remits of your competence and limits of responsibility. Where appropriately trained and competent, to assist in the training of new staff within the laboratory. To maintain HCPC registration and to participate in an adequate level of continued professional development. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT To contribute towards the evaluation, validation and implementation of new methods and technologies. Making recommendations on clinical protocols, local policy and implementing these where appropriate. Publication and presentation at local and national meetings, where appropriate. GENERAL Collaborating with different teams and departments across the AGL group on cross-functional company goals. Is flexible and proactive in handling assignments as required by various AGL group entities. Job Qualifications University degree, ideally within the biological sciences. Completion of the approved Clinical Scientist Training Scheme HCPC-Registered Clinical Scientist in Genetics/Genomics Experience Working knowledge of ISO 15189:2022 standards and UKAS accreditation Experience with interpretation and reporting of NGS results (preferable) Skills and abilities Excellent communication skills Ability to analyse information to make informed decisions Self-confident with the ability to work well under pressure Computer-literate with a good understanding of laboratory systems Ability to prioritise and direct own work Committed team player