Trainee Clinical Scientist - Clinical Scientific Computing Bynea, Wales
Job description
NHS Wales - Trainee Clinical Scientist in
Clinical Scientific Computing (Physical Sciences)
Exciting opportunity to use your science degree for patient and public benefit.
Earn a competitive salary and gain a Master’s degree through a 3 year, full-time, nationally recognised training programme.
Salary range is Band 6 on a 3 year fixed term contract.
2 posts
Based at the Tritech Institute within Hywel Dda University Health Board.
The successful trainees will be based by the coast, in proximity to Swansea University & the University of Wales Trinity St David. The department has a very strong link with Swansea University & the University of Wales Trinity St David with an active established research collaboration.
The successful candidates will be enrolled on a fully funded part-time vocational master’s degree in the chosen specialism, (Clinical Scientific Computing – Physical Sciences). You will be required to travel to University for block teaching sessions (or undertake learning remotely), in line with the University’s teaching requirements. You will also have work-based learning and training where you develop and apply your academic knowledge and skills in the NHS workplace. There may be times where you will be required to work remotely. This HEIW (Health Education and Improvement Wales) fully funded programme is equivalent to that of the STP programme in England.
Main duties of the job
Candidates should have qualifications relevant to Clinical Engineering or Computer Science.
Previous experience working in a clinical environment is desirable but not essential for these posts, as appropriate training will be provided during the course of the programme.
On completion of training, prospects for permanent employment within Wales are excellent. For individuals with aptitude and commitment there are opportunities to progress through the career pathway to Consultant Clinical Scientist. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are motivated to pursue their career within Wales.
We are searching for someone who shares our Health Board’s values:
- Caring for Each Other
- Working Together
- Always Improving
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
The successful trainee will be based in the Tritech Institute, in proximity to Swansea University & the University of Wales Trinity St David. The department has a very strong link with Swansea University & the University of Wales Trinity St David with an active established research collaboration.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 29/06/2023
