Associate Genetic Technologist
At a glance
- Band
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 21/09/2026
- Closes
- 28/09/2026
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Role summary
This is a permanent Associate Genetic Technologist position at the NHS North West Genomics Laboratory Hub (NW GLH) in Liverpool. The role involves carrying out technical and administrative tasks within the laboratory, collaborating with the team to deliver diagnostic services, and operating complex equipment. Full training will be provided, but extensive laboratory experience is desirable. Occasional Saturday and Bank Holiday working may be required.
Key responsibilities
- Carry out appropriate technical and administrative tasks of a section or subsection of the laboratory.
- Collaborate with other members of section and wider department, working as a team, to achieve an effective and reliable service.
- Be involved in the manipulation of fine tools and materials, which require a high degree of hand eye co-ordination and manual dexterity.
- Work accurately, following detailed instructions and departmental procedures and codes of conduct.
- Supervise less experienced staff in own area of work when required.
- Be responsible for safe operation and maintenance of highly complex equipment.
Essential criteria
- 2 A levels (at least one in Science) OR Extensive and proven experience working as an Assistant Technologist in an accredited Genetics laboratory
- Extensive or proven experience in a laboratory environment
- Able to work accurately and follow standard operating procedures accurately
- Be proficient in a range of genetic techniques currently employed by the department under supervision
- Effective team worker
- Good organisational skills
- Able to recognise and manage priorities
- Be competent in the use of the laboratory database and document management systems
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to give technical training to other staff
- Able to use and maintain lab equipment
- Proven ability using automated equipment and associated software
- To take responsibility for own work under direction of senior lab staff
- Able to recognise problems arising during testing and communicate these to senior laboratory staf
- Able to demonstrate knowledge and awareness of NHS diagnostic laboratory work
- Flexible attitude
- Diplomatic and co-operative
Desirable criteria
- Foundation degree in relevant science, or equivalent
- Experience in an accredited genetics/diagnostic laboratory
- Experience of staff training
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 4 at £26,530 – £29,114 a year, across England.
This advert: £28,392 – £31,157 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Associate Genetic Technologist
The closing date is 28 September 2026
Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious individual to fulfil the role of an Associate Genetic Technologist. This is a permanent position based at the NHS North West Genomics Laboratory Hub (NW GLH)- Liverpool site, Liverpool Women's Hospital. The NW GLH is one of 7 GLHs as part of a national re-organisation to provide a national genomic medicine service. It is a highly regarded, UKAS accredited, NHS clinical service provider of Genomics to a population of 7.2 million people in the North west of England, as well as a wide range of national and international specialist referrals.
This is an excellent opportunity for anyone wishing to work in an advanced laboratory environment and be part of a team delivering specialist diagnostic services. The successful candidate would have extensive and proven laboratory experience, with experience in diagnostic genetic laboratory work desirable. However, full training will be provided. The post will involve working within a technical team carrying out laboratory processes as well as some administrative work. A flexible attitude is essential, as is the ability to work to tight deadlines.
This role include occasional Saturday and Bank Holiday working.
Please note: This vacancy may close early once a suffic
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