Andrology Laboratory Manager

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Greater London is looking for an Andrology Laboratory Manager. This role requires overseeing laboratory operations and ensuring compliance with guidelines, while practicing advanced analytical techniques. Candidates must possess relevant management experience, HCPC registration, and a postgraduate degree or equivalent in biomedical science. The position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for career development and wellbeing programs.

Benefits

Career development

Flexible working

Staff wellbeing programmes

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• HCPC Registration required.
• Recognised management qualification or relevant supervisory experience.
• Postgraduate degree in biomedical science is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily management of the laboratory and staff.
• Ensure adherence to clinical governance.
• Implement strategic developments within the team.

Skills

Staff management

Decision making

Knowledge of Pathology trends

Project supervision

Communication skills

Education

HCPC Registration

MSc or FIBMS

Management qualification

Tools

LIMS

Job description

We are now offering a fantastic opportunity to join our friendly and dedicated Team at the Hammersmith Hospital site as the Andrology Laboratory Manager.

In this role, you would encounter a wide range of interesting cases on a day-to-day basis and have an opportunity to practice cutting edge analytical techniques in the provision of this Andrology service to improve the patient experience for men with infertility while overseeing day- to day operational management of the staff.

The successful applicant would demonstrate awareness and compliance with HFEA guidelines and have the responsibility for the team in delivering a diagnostic service which achieves the objectives of efficient and effective patient care, while maintaining UKAS accreditation.The successful candidate would be required to have a recognised management qualification or suitable proven and relevant experience of managing laboratory sections or department while possessing excellent interpersonal skills. A postgraduate degree or equivalent in biomedical science and HCPC registration with a firm scientific knowledge base and practical skill in biomedical sciences are essential requirements.

are committed to your personal and professional development, and you will have opportunities to fulfil your potential within NWLP.

Please do contact us if you wish to discuss any terms and conditions in relation to the role; We look forward to hearing from you.

Main duties of the job

• To be responsible for the daily management of a laboratory department and its staff within the Pathology Directorate and deliver an autonomous clinical technical service for Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
• Delegated responsibility to inform and implement strategic developments within their team.
• Delegated management of resources and service delivery, which is closely monitored.
• Manage the maintenance of robust systems of clinical governance in place for all teams in their area.
• Manage delegated elements of staffing budgets and hold signatory status on behalf of their line manager.
• They will represent Pathology and the Trust for issues relating to their particular areas of responsibility, which will involve working with outside agencies.

About us

Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

NWLP Induction

The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.

For 2025/26, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.

Monday 2 March 2026Monday 13 April 2026Monday 11 May 2026Monday 1 June 2026Monday 6 July 2026Monday 3 August 2026Monday 7 September 2026Monday 5 October 2026Monday 2 November 2026Monday 7 December 2026

Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

EDUCATION

• HCPC Registration, MSc or FIBMS
• Recognised management qualification or suitable proven and relevant experience of managing laboratory sections or department at a supervisory or managerial level.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Ability to manage staff in the laboratory
• Able to maintain intense periods of concentration
• Knowledge of current trends in Pathology provision including presentation and negotiation skills. Good hand eye co-ordination
• Ability to make decisions on behalf of department involving complex issues
• Experience in using and managing a LIMS. Experience of project supervision

EXPERIENCE

• Experience of training Biomedical Scientists. High level of knowledge of all aspect of specialist subject.
• Experience of performing staff appraisals.
• Experience of managing staff performance, attendance and disciplinary investigations.
• Evidence of previous budget management experience.
• Chartered Scientist status.
• Ability to carry out research and development projects.

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.