Chief Scientist and Head of Clinical Sciences

Job summary

We are delighted to announce a rare and exciting opportunity to join our dynamic Clinical Sciences Directorate as the Chief Scientist and the Head of Clinical Services. This pivotal leadership role is available due to the well-earned retirement ofthe existing post holder.

The Chief Scientist is theprofessionallead forour1200Healthcare Science(HCS)colleagues who work across 40scientificspecialismsAs theprofessionallead, you will drive forward the Healthcare Science Strategy for the organisation working with an established Healthcare Science Board, supported by the Care Group and the Medical Directors office.Youwillalsorepresentour HCS at a senior level and support the advancement of science for patient benefit and the development of the scientific workforce

The Clinical Sciences Directorate is part of the Specialist Clinical Services Care Group whereyou'll collaborate with expert teams. Our Care Group is renowned for its breadth of services and the vital role we play in supporting clinical excellence throughout NUH every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a meaningful impact.

Ifyou'reinterested in learning more about this rewarding role, wewould be happy to have an informal conversation. So please contactAudrey Strong(Audrey.Strong1@nhs.net) to arrange this.

Main duties of the job

This role is to ensure we optimise the use of Science within NUH to address health challenges in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease. Ultimately, to continuously raise the game of health science and technology and in so doing, to use science-based intelligence for improved service planning and high-qualityhealthcare delivery.

The role has two core elements.Firstly,ChiefScientist and Professional Lead for the scientific workforce within NUH, and secondly,Head of Clinical Servicesfor theClinical SciencesDirectorate.

The purposeof the role is to provide strategic, scientific advice of the highest level to NUH, to improve the delivery ofhigh-qualitycare and provide strong leadership, strategic direction, and influence for Healthcare Science Diagnostic and Therapeutic services across the employing organisation. The post-holder will also support the workforce and leadership development of healthcare scientists (HCS) Trust wide.

DIRECTORATE HEAD OF CLINICAL SERVICES (CLINICAL SCIENCES)

As a key member of theCare Groupleadership team will contribute to the development and implementation ofthevision and strategic priorities to deliver efficientservices and effective patient careat Directorate level.

TheDirectorateHead of Clinical Serviceswill have specific responsibilities and accountabilities across theirDirectorate for delivery of clinical and operational leadership.

About us

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.