Specialty Doctor in Genomic Medicine

Dyddiad hysbysebu:	18 Mai 2026
Cyflog:	£63,696.00 i £102,689.00 bob blwyddyn
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog:	£63696.00 - £102689.00 a year
Oriau:	Llawn Amser
Dyddiad cau:	08 Mehefin 2026
Lleoliad:	Leeds, LS1 3EX
Cwmni:	NHS Jobs
Math o swydd:	Cytundeb
Cyfeirnod swydd:	C9298-26-0246

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For questions about this job, contact: Natalie Mellard PA to Senior Management Team natalie.mellard@nhs.net 0113 3924454 Why you should join our Team 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 Practitioners 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. LCGS is based at Leeds General Infirmary in Leeds, with the Central Lab of the North East and Yorkshire Genomic Laboratory Hub (NEY GLH) situated at the nearby St. James’s University Hospital. Genetics clinics are held in the Leeds hospitals, a satellite unit in Hull and virtually. Part of this role may involve establishing clinics in other parts of our region for specific populations. In addition to providing general and specialist genetics clinics, LCGS contributes to a variety of multidisciplinary teams including oncology, fetal medicine, cardiology, ophthalmology and musculoskeletal services. We are a friendly and supportive team, who are also forward thinking and ambitious with many staff members being nationally recognised for clinical and service development. Prospective applicants are encouraged to make enquiries and visit the hospital. This can be arranged by contacting: Dr Rosalyn Jewell, Consultant Clinical Geneticist and Lead Clinician Dr Emma Hobson, Consultant Clinical Geneticist and Resident Doctor Training Lead Dr Saghira Malik Sharif, Principal Genetic Counsellor and Culturally Competent Genomics Service Lead What you will bring to the role The Specialty Doctor will be expected to hold clinics under supervision. They will also attend and contribute to departmental meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings and teaching sessions. The role will also include supporting the consultants in their delivery of excellent clinical care. Building on LCGS’s pioneering role in leading and delivering culturally competent genomic care, a specific area of focus for this role would be to enhance and progress service development and delivery in this area as a medical lead with support of the consultant and culturally competent genomic team. This role is central to further advancing culturally competent genomic practice in the context of rapidly evolving genomic technologies to enable earlier and more accurate diagnoses, improved risk stratification, and more personalised treatment pathways. This post offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative, community-engaged genomic care in Bradford which has a higher prevalence of autosomal recessive conditions, shaped by complex socio-cultural, linguistic, and religious factors. The successful candidate will work closely with our established multidisciplinary teams, including the renowned Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and in strong partnership with Public health colleagues to support population-level approaches to prevention, early identification, and community engagement. Working alongside community leaders and religious scholars, the postholder will co-develop and deliver sensitive, accessible, and inclusive genetic services. The post will give the Specialty Doctor a wide breadth of experience and a bespoke training programme will be developed to support the doctor’s clinical and personal development. This can be tailored to the successful candidate’s clinical interests and service needs. In addition to clinical experience this may include active participation in audit, quality improvement projects, teaching, delivering national presentations and clinical research. The hours are standard working hours of 9-5pm Monday to Friday. Due to clinic and MDT commitments occasional days may require a 8am start time. The role may include attending clinics in Hull or other peripheral centres occasionally (1-4 times per month). These working days may be longer due to travel. The post duties may include a combination of the following. The post holder may not be required to carry out all the duties listed. This will depend upon the requirements of the service. Support consultant clinical activity. Hold outpatient, telephone and video clinics. Participate in the urgent work and ward referral rota. Write and sign-off clinic letters promptly. Attend all stipulated departmental meetings Support multidisciplinary team meetings Undertake audit or quality improvement projects Teach medical students and other medical or allied health professionals as directed. Attend specialist clinics, departmental teaching activities including genomics education and other relevant clinical meetings. Attend induction and comply with all local policies including dress code, annual and study leave. Maintain continued professional development. Develop services to enhance culturally competent care across the region and support the activity of the NHSE-funded Genomic Practitioner in relation to the Genetic Risk Equity Project. About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values We’re committed to recruiting exceptional people to deliver outstanding services across Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and helping every colleague reach their full potential. We’re looking for a compassionate, inclusive, and collaborative leader who shares our values and can build strong partnerships. We warmly invite applications from people from a variety of backgrounds and sectors, and are especially keen to hear from individuals from a minority ethnic background. We’re dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and has a true sense of belonging, as we work together to deliver the best in healthcare to the people of Leeds and beyond. Sponsorship Eligibility To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.