Job Description
Genomics England successfully led the world-leading 100,000 Genomes Project, which compared and analysed individuals’ genetic codes to help diagnose, treat and prevent illness.
Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.
We're now accelerating our impact, working with the NHS to further develop and embed genomic healthcare and research in Britain. Our next chapter involves working with patients, doctors, scientists, government and industry to improve genomic testing, and help researchers access the health data and technology they need to make new medical discoveries and create more effective, targeted medicines for everybody.
Job DescriptionAre you a communications expert who thrives on creating and managing outstanding engagement strategies in science and healthcare? Do you have a track record of developing professional working relationships with a wide range of people both inside and outside your organisation? Are you as comfortable briefing senior academics and clinicians as you are speaking to members of the public about science and health topics? If so, Genomics England would like to hear from you.
We’re looking for a key member of our communications and engagement team at Genomics England, who will be supporting and communicating some of the most exciting, cutting-edge medical developments. You’ll be quick at understanding how to bring people on board with the objectives and goals of our company, but always with an empathetic and listening ear for understanding others’ perspectives – and be good at reflecting and feeding those views back into Genomics England’s work.
With an eye for the detail as well as the bigger picture, you’ll be working right at the heart of unique projects that combine the very best in research and clinical expertise that could revolutionise the way healthcare is delivered both in the UK and around the world. And you’ll help us get to grips with, and navigate through, some of the tricky ethical and societal challenges that go with it. You’ll use all of the knowledge and skills you’ve learnt so far (and add to these) to gather insights, build partnerships and communicate effectively to ensure that everyone benefits from genomic medicine.
Qualifications- Educated to degree level or with appropriate and relevant experience
- Extensive knowledge of specialist areas, acquired through experience
Originally conceived as a project, Genomics England has transformed to meet the long-term opportunities created by our scientific breakthroughs in understanding the Human Genome. Being part of this journey is a reward in itself, however we're pleased to offer our colleagues a great benefits package including:
- 30 days holiday
- individual learning budgets for every colleague
- a raft of other benefits
Talk to our Talent Team and find out how a career with Genomics England will benefit you.
As part of our recruitment process, all successful candidates are subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We therefore require applicants to disclose any previous offences at point of application, as some unspent convictions may mean we are unable to proceed with your application due to the nature of our work in healthcare.