Senior Healthcare Scientist

Senior Healthcare Scientist - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK You need JavaScript enabled to use this service. Cookies on Civil Service Jobs We'd like to use analytics cookies so we can understand how you use Civil Service Jobs and make improvements. We also use essential cookies to remember if you’ve accepted analytics cookies. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to accept analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to reject analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Skip to main content GOV.UK Civil Service Jobs Beta Your feedback will help us to improve. Home Sign in to your account Cymraeg Senior Healthcare Scientist UK Health Security Agency Apply before 11:55 pm on Wednesday 14th October 2026 Return to search results Apply at advertiser's site Details Reference number 483600 Salary £46,310 - £52,113 per annum, pro rata A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade Senior Executive Officer Contract type Fixed term Loan Secondment Length of employment Fixed Term Appointment/Loan/Secondment until 30/09/2028 Type of role Science Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 2 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Colindale, London (Scientific Campus) About the job Job summary This post is based in the Colindale Sequencing Laboratory (CSL) and will support the delivery of UKHSA pathogen genomic services that are resilient, scalable, and adaptable to emerging and evolving public health challenges. The post holder will support the translation of genomics research and innovation into routine service delivery, ensuring alignment with the UKHSA Science and Pathogen Genomics Strategies, and organisational priorities. They will play a key role in supporting the long-term sustainability of genomics services by driving continuous improvement in laboratory efficiency, fostering innovation, and supporting the adoption of emerging technologies. The post holder will be expected to maintain the high standards and quality required to deliver a high-throughput pathogen genomics sequencing service and maintain up-to-date knowledge of genomic sequencing technologies, laboratory