Genetic technologist - analyst (FTC)

Provide technical support for the scientific teams within the Cytogenetics Laboratory and, if necessary, in related Pathology or research disciplines.

Be responsible for carrying out G-banded karyotype analysis and FISH analysis with minimal supervision. The range of procedures required will be subject to development and the post-holder will be expected to work within all areas of the department.

Maintain a satisfactory level of competence, provide cover for absence of other staff, and assist in the training of other staff and visitors.

Undertake clerical and other support duties when required.

The post holder will report to the Laboratory's Section Heads and will be subject to the supervision and direction of the scientific staff. The post holder will be expected to maintain a high level of accuracy and reliability, and collaborate with other members of the laboratory and other departments to achieve the maximum efficiency and quality of the service provided.

The post holder will be expected to undertake an appropriate share of the department's general diagnostic workload, and may be required to work in different Sections of the laboratory according to the needs of the department. They will maintain long periods of a high degree of analytical accuracy during microscopy.

For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification

To undertake the initial microscopic analysis on an appropriate proportion of the total workload of the Service under the direction of the Sections Lead.

To provide a reliable accurate analysis of samples.

To ensure the correct analytic process is undertaken on each sample they analyse.

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