Job summary
We are looking to appoint a HCPC registered Lead Scientist who will work closely alongside the Clinical Director (CD) and Centre Manager (CM) as part of a triumvirate leading the pathology service. Educated to masters level with extensive post-registration experience within Biomedical Science, the Lead Scientist will provide scientific leadership across all pathology services, promote scientific excellence and to support the services across all of our sites, including those remote of the two main hospitals.
The Lead Scientist will share leadership of the portfolio of strategic and operational projects across pathology with CD and CM. The successful applicant will be managerially competent in a range of operational areas, to include Human Resources and Finance.
Main duties of the job
Manage the day-to-day delivery of pan-pathology services within the agreed specification. Where there are shortfalls, take corrective action in the short term, escalate to CD and CM and if the service is not achieving the required standard implement contingency plans. In the medium term, identify any shortfalls in performance and indicate remedial action, identifying all resource issues affecting delivery of service. In the long term maintain continuity of service by having tried and tested contingency plans
About us
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.
We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Pathology is a vibrant team, continually looking for ways to develop innovative ideas and ways of working, ensuring our services continue to match the rapid pace of growth in diagnostic advances.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hones) in Biomedical Sciences, or equivalent.
- MSc Biomedical Sciences, or equivalent or higher
- Certificate of Expert Practice in Leadership and Management or Diploma in first line management or equivalent
- Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council
- Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Science, or equivalent
Desirable
- NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent.
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Significant experience as a Band 8a BMS, in a relevant discipline
- Extensive experience of operational management
- Experience of service development and business planning.
- Significant experience of Quality Management systems
- Up-to-date knowledge of UKAS, HTA, HPA Standards and their application within the area of expertise
Desirable
- UKAS Assessor
- Teaching Biomedical Science
- IBMS Examiner
- Participation in developing EQA schemes
Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage and prioritise a complex workload under pressure in line with agreed deadlines and schedules
- Able to offer a supportive approach to others in achieving objectives
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hones) in Biomedical Sciences, or equivalent.
- MSc Biomedical Sciences, or equivalent or higher
- Certificate of Expert Practice in Leadership and Management or Diploma in first line management or equivalent
- Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council
- Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Science, or equivalent
Desirable
- NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent.
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Significant experience as a Band 8a BMS, in a relevant discipline
- Extensive experience of operational management
- Experience of service development and business planning.
- Significant experience of Quality Management systems
- Up-to-date knowledge of UKAS, HTA, HPA Standards and their application within the area of expertise
Desirable
- UKAS Assessor
- Teaching Biomedical Science
- IBMS Examiner
- Participation in developing EQA schemes
Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage and prioritise a complex workload under pressure in line with agreed deadlines and schedules
- Able to offer a supportive approach to others in achieving objectives
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
