Locum Consultant Clinical Geneticist

Locum Consultant in the department of Leeds Clinical Genomics Service

We are excited to advertise a 6 month full-time (10 PA) Locum Consultant Clinical Geneticist post. This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to join our team in the Leeds Clinical Genomics Service (LCGS) based at Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. This fixed-term post gives the successful candidate an opportunity to experience working within LCGS with possible potential to apply for a substantive post with our team in the future.

If shortlisted, you will be required to give a 8-minute presentation on:

The changing role of the Clinical Geneticist: where will we be in 10 years?

Prospective applicants are welcome to visit the department and encouraged to contact:

Dr Rosalyn Jewell, Consultant Clinical Geneticist and Lead Clinician (PA Natalie Mellard natalie.mellard@nhs.net)

Interviews will be held on Thursday 25th June face to face in Josephs Well Offices near the Leeds General Infirmary Hospital site.

The Leeds Clinical Genomics Service (LCGS) provides Clinical Genetics and Genomics services to a diverse population of c.4 million across a large, varied geographical area. The service comprises an experienced team of Consultant Clinical Geneticists, Genetic Counsellors, Genomic Associates and Genetic Research Nurses/Practitioners, as well as Specialty Trainees, Clinical Fellows and trainee Genetic Counsellors, supported by a large clinical administrative team. LCGS is a member of the North East & Yorkshire Genomic Medicine Service (NEY GMS), and the service works closely with the Regional Clinical Genetics services based in Newcastle and Sheffield.