Journal of Medical Genetics becomes the official journal of the BSGM

Closing Date: 22/06/2026

Location: Cambridge

https://careers.cuh.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/#!/job/v7990859 Job overview Join the Cambridge Genomics Laboratory, lead provider for the East NHS Genomic Medicine Service, and play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality rare disease diagnostics and improve patient care. As a Principal Clinical Scientist, you will lead and manage a team of scientists, oversee the interpretation of complex genomic data, authorise clinical reports, and provide specialist scientific expertise across a diverse test repertoire. You will contribute to service leadership, quality management, accreditation activities, staff development, and the implementation of innovative genomic technologies. Working closely with clinicians and multidisciplinary teams, you will help ensure an efficient, accurate, and patient-focused diagnostic service. Applicants must be HCPC-registered Clinical Scientists with significant experience in a genomics laboratory, expertise in rare disease testing, and proven leadership and staff management skills. Strong communication, analytical, and organisational abilities are essential. If you are committed to delivering safe, kind, and excellent care while shaping the future of genomic medicine, we would love to hear from you. Main duties of the job Applicants must hold HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist. Responsible for leading and managing a team of scientists undertaking genetic diagnostic tests in rare disease. Analysis, interpretation of data, and writing and authorising of clinical reports. Providing clinical scientific expertise for the repertoire of disorders/tests offered by the assigned team. Training and mentoring of scientific staff. Member of the laboratory leadership team, contributing to all aspects of providing a high quality service. Working for our organisation

For further information please contact:

Isabelle Delon
Email: isabelle.delon@nhs.net
Website: https://careers.cuh.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/#!/job/v7990859

Closing Date: 01/07/2026

Location: Remote

We are excited to open applications and invite our members to join the Communications and Engagement Committee. This is an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic colleagues to contribute to our communications and engagement strategy, promote the BSGM’s work, enhance its visibility and impact within the scientific community and the wider public, and connect with members across our network.

The responsibilities of the role will depend on individual skills, experience, and interests, and may include:

• Managing our social media platforms (LinkedIn and Bluesky)
• Updating and maintaining the website
• Collecting and reviewing analytics from social media, the website, and other channels
• Liaising with BSGM constituent and special interest groups

Please find the job description here

To express your interest, please reply to this email with a short CV and cover letter. Applicants must be BSGM members. Applications from professionals working in the UK will be prioritised.

The application deadline is 1 July 2026.

We welcome enquiries and are happy to arrange calls or respond to emails from those interested in the role. Please email evangelia.karampetsou@gosh.nhs.uk and mohamed.wafik@nhs.net.

Best wishes,

Eva and Mo
 
Eva Karampetsou
Chair of the Communications and Engagement Committee of the British Society for Genetic Medicine

Mohamed Wafik

Social Media Lead, Communications and Engagement Committee of the British Society for Genetic Medicine

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