SW Genomic Laboratory Hub open day: Scientist Training Programme
18 December 2025
Are you interested in a career in genomics or clinical bioinformatics? Join our virtual open day, hosted by Bristol Genetics Laboratory (North Bristol NHS Trust) and Exeter Genomics Laboratory (Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust): Tuesday, 20 Jan 2026 (2:00pm — 4:30pm).
This event is designed for prospective Scientist Training Programme (STP) applicants in the fields of Genomics, Cancer Genomics, and Clinical Bioinformatics (Genomics), whether you’re based in the South West or elsewhere in the NHS.
What is included?
This session will cover:
• A structural overview of the STP and how they are delivered across the South West region.
• An insight from current STP trainees, sharing their experiences.
• An interactive question and answer session, with both current trainees and trainers.
• Some top tips for the application process (please note that we are unable to provide individual feedback on applications).
How to register
To register, please click here.
Please note, the webinar will be recorded for internal purposes, but will not be available to external attendees.
For any further queries, please contact sarah.green@nbt.nhs.uk
About the South West Genomic Laboratory Hub
The South West Genomic Laboratory Hub (SWGLH) is a partnership between Bristol Genetics Laboratory and Exeter Genomics Laboratory.
- Bristol Genetics Laboratory, based at North Bristol NHS Trust on the Southmead site, is where all cancer genomic testing for the South West takes place, along with a range of rare disease genomic testing.
- Exeter Genomics Laboratory is based at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust on the Wonford site. Exeter Genomics Laboratory provides specialised rare disease genomic testing services, including some national services such as the NHS Rapid Whole Genome Sequencing Service (R14).
The SWGLH also provides some specialist rare disease tests for NHS patients in other regions.
About the Scientist Training Programme (STP)
The STP is a three year programme of work-based learning, supported by a University accredited master’s degree.
It is designed for science graduates with a passion for science and patient care, and with the motivation, behaviours and values needed for the NHS of the future.