Clinical Genomic Scientist

4 weeks ago


Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Euraxess Full time

RCSI - Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

Organisation/Company: RCSI - Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

Department: Human Resources

Research Field: Medical sciences » Medicine

Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions

Country: Ireland

Application Deadline: 24 Mar 2025 - 23:45 (Europe/Dublin)

Type of Contract: Temporary

Job Status: Full-time

Hours Per Week: 39

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Job Title: Clinical Genomic Scientist

Department: Surgery (Based in Beaumont Pathology Department)

Reporting to: Leonie Young, Damir Vareslija, Teresa Loftus and Brendan Doyle

Location: RCSI Dept of Pathology & Beaumont Hospital Molecular Pathology

Contract/Duration: 4 Years

Remuneration: €41,319 per year, or commensurate with relevant qualifications and experience.

Closing Date: Monday, 24th of March 2025

RCSI is a community of academic, research, clinical and professional staff working collaboratively to lead the world to better health. Here, you will thrive in an innovative and inclusive atmosphere and your personal development and wellbeing will be supported. We invite you to join us to help deliver on our exciting mission "To educate, nurture and discover for the benefit of human health".

Summary of Post

We are seeking a Clinical Genomic Scientist for the Research Ireland Strategic Partnership programme PRISM, focusing on genomic mapping of breast cancer brain metastasis. The role is central to the PRISM translational platform, which involves multi-omic mapping of primary breast cancer to brain metastasis. Based in an ISO15189 accredited Molecular Pathology Laboratory shared by Beaumont Hospital and RCSI, the scientist will lead sample processing and sequencing analyses for cancer patients. This position is vital in establishing and streamlining workflows that support both research and clinical decision-making.

Responsibilities
  • Manage and document genomic data analysis, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
  • Collaborate with the research and clinical teams to interpret sequencing results and integrate findings into research and patient management.
  • Assist in drafting scientific and regulatory reports, including contributions to grant and publication preparation.
  • Contribute to cross-disciplinary meetings, providing technical input on genomic methods.
  • Perform duties under the general direction of the Chief Medical Scientist.
  • Perform all aspects of technical work to the highest standard.
  • Organise the technical programme efficiently.
  • Carry out routine inspections of laboratory equipment and ensure proper maintenance.
  • Collaborate with the Chief Medical Scientist in maintaining efficiency and introducing new methods.
  • Assist in implementing safety measures for all staff.
  • Assist in the training of student scientists, on-call personnel, junior medical staff, and visiting workers as required.
  • Work to the standard required in an ISO15189 accredited laboratory.
  • Attend courses and meetings to maintain up-to-date knowledge.
  • Perform any other duties as may be appropriate to the grade or as determined for the purposes of PRISM research grant.
Qualifications – (Essential)
  • An honours Science Degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biomedical Science or related discipline.
  • Post-graduate degree (MSc/PhD) in a related field.
  • Post-graduate laboratory experience in the Molecular Genetics / Molecular Pathology of cancer.
  • Experience in clinical cancer testing.
  • Experience with next generation sequencing.
  • Practical experience in an accredited clinical laboratory.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, and we look forward to hearing from you.

Application Process

Please apply online through the RCSI careers portal on the closing date with your CV and cover letter.

Informal Enquiries can be directed to Fiona Bane (fionabane@rcsi.ie). Please note we do not accept CVs directly.

Click here to read our Recruitment and Selection Policy for Researcher.

Employee Benefits

At RCSI, we help care for our people so they can focus on our mission to educate, nurture, and discover for the benefit of human health. We offer a wide range of benefits in areas including time away, finance, community, health, and well-being. Some of the benefits include:

  • Onsite gym €10 per month
  • Automatic enrolment to a pension scheme
  • Long term illness/disability income replacement
  • Free advice on health/motor and home insurance
  • Discounted services, including GP
  • Support for parents and carers
  • BiketoWork
  • Free eye test at the National Optometry centre
  • €12/day for parking
  • Training opportunities facilitated by RCSI's Learning and Development team
  • Sports and social club
  • Opportunities to volunteer in the community
  • 26.5 days leave (20 days annual leave plus 6.5 days Privilege days)
  • Paid maternity leave
  • Paid paternity leave
  • Parental leave

Note: This job description may be subject to change to reflect the evolving requirements of the Department and RCSI.

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