Molecular Biologist - Molecular Haematology

An opportunity has arisen in the Genetics and Molecular Pathology Department within the Molecular Haem-Oncology section for a Molecular Biologist. This position has become available due an increase in workload with the Molecular Haem-Oncology section.
This is a full-time position based in Molecular Pathology on level 5 of the Halo building, and the role is vital to the efficient running of the Molecular Haem-Oncology section. In accordance with agreed protocols and standard operational procedures, the post-holder will participate in the analysis of biological samples by receiving, preparing and processing samples under the supervision of Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered staff. The successful candidate will work within the Molecular Haem-Oncology team comprising of an operations manager, one senior biomedical scientist, one pre-registration clinical scientist, one trainee biomedical scientist and three molecular biologists, although there are more than 60 staff in the department as a whole.
This role includes clerical input of patient and test details into the laboratory computer system and performing required supportive duties, for example preparation of reagents, administrative and clerical tasks, and maintenance of equipment. The role also includes extraction of nucleic acids from a range of different sample types such as bone marrow, peripheral blood, FFPE, CSF and pleural fluid. There may also be the opportunity to learn and carry out some basic assay set-up.

A science degree or equivalent and attention to detail is essential and laboratory experience in healthcare is desirable, but full training will be provided.

Sonic Healthcare is an internationally renowned healthcare provider with a demonstrable track record of medical services across the world. Headquartered in Sydney, Australia, Sonic is an ASX Top 50 company that has grown to become one of the world's leading healthcare providers, specialising in pathology, radiology and primary care medical centres. We have operations in Australia, the USA, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Ireland and New Zealand.
Sonic Healthcare UK encompasses the two main entities in the UK, The Doctors Laboratory (TDL) and Health Services Laboratories (HSL). HSL is a partnership between The Doctors Laboratory (TDL), Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust and University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH). HSL was formed to provide pathology services to the NHS Trusts and has expanded further to provide services to other NHS Trusts. Over 2,500 staff work at Sonic Healthcare UK, primarily under the TDL or HSL banner.

The successful applicant will be expected to work 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 08:30 to 17:00 or 9:00 to 17:30 although flexibility may be required.
A salary and benefits package reflecting the responsibility of this role will be offered to the successful applicant.
What work benefits are offered?
Our work benefits include:

• Training and development opportunities - including the funding of Undergraduate and Masters Degrees and Specialist Portfolios for Biomedical Scientists.



• No banding restrictions: As we are a private company we are not restricted by salary bandings and so are able to negotiate appropriate salaries based on experience. This also means that annual salary reviews do not hit a band ceiling.



• Discounted gym membership



• Cash healthcare plan - cash back on a variety of healthcare costs including dentist and opticians.



• Annual performance related salary review



• Competitive annual leave allowance



• Flexible working hours: 37.5 hours standard working week for laboratory staff., At HSL we offer a variety of excellent staff benefits including:


• Training and development opportunities - supporting professional development



• Annual performance related salary review



• No banding restrictions: As we are a private company we are not restricted by salary bandings and so are able to negotiate appropriate salaries based on experience. This also means that annual salary reviews do not hit a band ceiling.


• Discounted gym membership - we have a corporate gym membership scheme with Better Gyms



• Cash healthcare plan - cash back on a variety of healthcare costs including dentist and opticians



• Sick Pay Entitlement - 5 paid days in the first year of employment, 20 days thereafter



• Permanent Health Insurance and Death in Service Cover



• Life Assurance - providing salary continuation for long term illness (six months qualifying period)



• Employee Assistance Programme - supporting staff wellbeing



• Season Ticket Loan Scheme - interest free loan for the cost of annual travel ticket



• Perkbox - Access to additional staff perks and benefits such as high street discounts



• Company Pension Scheme - company and staff contributions which increase with service