Biomedical Scientist Team Manager - Haematology

Manchester
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Job Title: Biomedical Scientist Team Manager- Haematology

Location: Manchester

Salary: £47,810- £54,710 + £5,000 joining bonus and £1,500 wellbeing allowance per annum

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

The Christie Pathology Partnership (CPP) Haematology Department, based on-site at The Christie Hospital, is seeking an experienced and motivated Biomedical Scientist Team Manager to join our Blood Sciences team. The Christie is a world-leading cancer treatment centre and a specialist site with no Accident & Emergency or Maternity services.

The Christie Pathology Partnership was formed in 2014 and is a joint venture between The Christie NHS Foundation Trust and SYNLAB, the largest provider of laboratory pathology and diagnostic services in Europe. We provide Pathology services for The Christie, which is the largest single cancer centre site in Europe and the first UK centre to be accredited as a comprehensive cancer centre. The Christie treat more than 60,000 patients a year.

Our Haematology laboratory processes approximately (phone number removed) samples per year and is equipped with Siemens Advia analysers, Coagulation ACL Tops, and manual assays/techniques which deliver a comprehensive service for patients undergoing cancer treatment.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a busy, high-quality diagnostic service at one of the UK's most respected specialist hospitals.

The role operates within core laboratory hours only (Monday to Friday), with no requirement for shift or out-of-hours work.

At SYNLAB, we believe in nurturing a culture of well-being and ensuring our employees are supported both professionally and personally. That's why we're thrilled to offer an exhilarating rewards package, including our incredible Wellbeing Allowance worth up to £1500 per annum and a £5,000 joining bonus.

Please note that this company does not offer sponsorship and therefore candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK to be considered.

Responsibilities:

Perform and interpret complex analytical investigations within Haematology.
Provide specialist advice on troubleshooting analyser and assay issues.
Undertake validation and verification of new methods and equipment.
Participate in EQA (External Quality Assessment) interpretation and reporting.
Organise and manage a team of Biomedical Scientists, junior staff and support staff.
Provide professional leadership and contribute to training and supervision of Specialist Biomedical Scientists, Trainee BMS and Pathology Support staff.
Engage actively in quality management and research, including internal audits and document review.
Operate and maintain competence with the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and associated middleware applications.About you:

Qualifications:

HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist with evidence of Continued Professional Development
MSc/FIBMS by examination and is currently in possession of Fellowship of the IBMS Blood Sciences or Haematology or demonstrates equivalent experience
IBMS Specialist portfolio in Haematology or equivalent specialist qualifications with proven experience at this level
High level working knowledge of biomedical techniques and practices at post honours degree level.
Expert interpretive and diagnostic skills.
Knowledge of National guidelines and protocols relating to specific discipline
Strong leadership qualitiesPlease click the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Biomedical Scientist, Biomedical Scientist Team Leader, Biochemist, HCPC Registered Specialist, Haematology Team Manager, Haematology may also be considered for this role

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