Geneticist

Rightangled Ltd- Coventry and Warwickshire

Permanent, full-time
Working hours Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.

Rightangled Limited is a health-focused genetic testing service provider in the UK, specifically
in cardiac health. We are looking for a Geneticist who will play a pivotal role in providing the
company with high calibre research support. Based at our Warwick University Science Park
office, the Geneticist will ensure the significance of any genetic markers used in the company
products as well as leading the research for new genetic markers for existing and upcoming
products in the company's pipeline. The successful candidate will have excellent
communications skills, both verbal and written, with a real eye for detail. The individual will be
confident, self-motivated and be able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. A desire to
learn about personalized healthcare is critical to the role.

Education:
Completed an NHS scientist training programme (STP) and having received a Certificate
of Attainment from the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) are highly desirable.
An honors degree (1st or 2:1) in genetics or a related subject with a genetic component,
such as molecular biology or cellular sciences, Life Sciences, Genomic Counselling,
Clinical Bioinformatics or Clinical Pharmaceutical Science.
Master's and/or PhD degree in genetics or related field in biology, life sciences
Candidates must meet the HCPC's standards for qualification, professional skills,
behavior and health.

Skills:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both writing and speaking in English
language to 1) explain analytical, scientific and clinical aspects of the work to a variety of
people including scientific colleagues, clinical professionals, service managers and
patients as well as listening to their needs. 2) make formal presentations to groups of
colleagues.
A committed, in-depth interest in scientific and healthcare practice and its application, to
direct clinical care of patients in a clinical environment.
Ability to design research investigations and experiments. Ability to analyze and assess
scientific, technical and medical literature. Ability to make judgements, including clinical
judgements involving situations that has an impact on patients.
Understand quality control and management assurance in a science or work-based
context.
Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures accurately to ensure uniformity of
performance
Able to identify problems associated with scientific procedures, inappropriate testing,
incompatible results and to investigate these by creating plan of action to confirm
appropriateness with senior colleagues.
 Understands the role of medical genetics in healthcare and disease and its application
within a healthcare setting.
Good IT skills and knowledge of common bioinformatics and computing packages for
word processing, spreadsheets, presentation packages and databases.

Responsibilities:
Utilize scientific, technical and clinical knowledge to analyze and interpret the results of
routine and complex tests carried out by members of the laboratory.
Write fully interpretive reports for clinicians (including family doctors, physicians, GPs
and consultants) and other healthcare professionals who have requested tests or made
enquiries and advise them on investigation strategies alongside the delivery of sound
scientific advice.
Develop and devise new investigation strategies, taking account of the clinical problems
of genetic disease and the clinical relevance of inherited or acquired genetic
abnormalities.
Participate in research and development and translate any new techniques and assays
into routine diagnostic service.
Interpret quality control and quality assurance data.
Assist in the provision of advice to medical, nursing and other healthcare partners on the
optimal and safe use of scientific procedures and reports.
Initiate and undertake innovation, improvement and R&D and be involved in the
education of partner healthcare professionals.
Communication and interpretation of complex clinical, scientific and technical information
to a wide range of people including clinicians, managers, patients and the public.
Liaise with senior scientists and clinical users of the service on the appropriateness of
investigations, interventions and tests.
Communicate research and development findings in written and oral formats to internal
and external contacts.
Interpret and act upon results of tests, investigations and measurements in accordance
with departmental policies, procedures and quality systems.
Comment and advise on new proposals and protocols, especially for service
improvements.
Contribute to audits set by the company and aim to safeguard high quality care for
users.
Contribute to audits to inform patient management and clinical care.
Conduct quality control audits relating to accreditation and regulations.
Deliver auditing reports and prepare an action plan for any issues that may arise.
Contribute to the design of audits to improve the quality/cost-effectiveness of the service
to patients.

Experience:
3 years minimum postdoc work in genetics or equivalent industry experience in
biology/pharmaceutical or relevant field.
Strong publication record in genetics
 Background in GWAS, cohort studies, meta-analyses and population genetics
Problem-solving skills and analytical skills
Proven track record of writing successful grant applications
Strong ability to work with statistics, preferably statistical genetics
Practical scientific skills and the ability to work with bioinformatics and relevant computer
packages.