Diagnostic Laboratory jobs

Job overview

Do you want to help us transform the quality of NHS diagnostic genomic services?

We are seeking an enthusiastic assistant technologist to join our team of researchers based in the North Thames Rare and Inherited Disease laboratory at Great Ormond Street Hospital. Our team is delivering transformation in patient care by developing safer and more comprehensive genomic diagnostic tests, both pre- and postnatally. If you are committed to contributing to a team delivering excellence in research into genomics and improving patient care, and serious about pursuing a rewarding career this is definitely the post for you.

Main duties of the job

This fixed term Band 4 post is available immediately and funded until 30th September 2027. The role will include working on a variety of exciting projects including dedicated time focused on rare mitochondrial disorders, a major growth area in rare disease. This is an ideal secondment opportunity that will give you the chance to learn about translational research and the technologies we use in more detail, how we use cutting edge platforms to improve our diagnostic capabilities, experience translational research and generally prepare you for the next stage in your career in laboratory medicine.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to recruiting the best person for the job through a fair, open and consistent process that is free from bias and discrimination.

We are working towards becoming an anti-racist organisation. This means creating a workplace where every colleague feels seen, heard and valued, and where racism in any form has no place. Our anti-racism commitment is backed by action through our Anti-Racism Statement and action plan, developed in collaboration with our REACH staff network.

We actively challenge discrimination, dismantle barriers and embed equity across all aspects of our workforce, including recruitment, progression and development. All applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, health condition or employment history.

We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, people with disabilities or long-term health conditions, and LGBTQ+ community members. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

Our staff networks, including REACH, PRIDE, ENABLED and Women’s Networks, are active and executive supported. These employee-led networks play a vital role in shaping an inclusive culture at GOSH and are open to all colleagues.

Together, we are building a culture where inclusion is not optional - it is essential.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.