Cellular Pathology Lead Biomedical Scientist

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Brighton; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a highly motivated Lead Biomedical Scientist to join their team in Brighton. This role offers the chance to lead a dedicated team in delivering high-quality cellular pathology services while ensuring operational excellence. You will be responsible for managing laboratory workflows, monitoring performance indicators, and supporting staff development within a diverse and inclusive environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values learning and innovation, where your contributions will have a meaningful impact on patient care and the healthcare community.

Benefits

Flexible Working Options

Wellbeing Programme

Staff Networks

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• State Registration with HCPC is essential.
• MSC or equivalent in Cellular Pathology is required.
• Experience in laboratory management is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Manage the operational delivery of the Cellular Pathology Service.
• Monitor workflow and escalate concerns as needed.
• Lead recruitment and staff performance management.

Skills

Laboratory Management

Cellular Pathology

Team Leadership

Workflow Monitoring

Incident Management

Education

State Registration with the HCPC

MSC or equivalent in Cellular Pathology

Tools

Vantage Tracking Systems

Job description

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Cellular Pathology Lead Biomedical Scientist

Band 8a

Main area Health care Scientists Grade Band 8a Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 279-7122874-MAY25

Employer 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Sussex County hospital Town Brighton Salary £53,755 - £60,504 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 25/05/2025 23:59 Interview date 11/05/2025

About our Trust

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts , we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to embrace the role of Lead Biomedical Scientist at UHSussex East (Brighton)

Working alongside the Head and Deputy Head of service, the experienced Lead Biomedical Scientist will help drive excellence in laboratory operations, providing expert knowledge and understanding of the local Histopathology service and taking responsibility for day to day delivery of the laboratory service at Brighton.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will be directly responsible for the operational delivery of the Cellular Pathology Service at Brighton, providing day to day management of all sections of the laboratory to ensure the delivery of high quality, efficient and cost effective service.

The successful applicant will be responsible for monitoring workflow on a daily basis to ensure that key performance indicators aligned to cancer pathways are met and maintained, escalating concerns to the Deputy Head of Service and Cancer Division where appropriate

The post holder will have line management responsibility for the BMS, Associate practitioner, MLA and secretarial staff and will take the lead role in recruitment, appraisals, health and wellbeing, rota organisation, annual leave requests and laboratory based performance.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Responsible for providing the routine and specialist cellular pathology service for UHSussex East on a day to day basis

Responsible for monitoring workflow on a daily basis, escalating areas of concern or when Tat’s may be compromised

Responsible for monitoring staff activity, escalating any concerns to the deputy or Head of service

Collaborates with other staff to ensure adequate staffing levels throughout the service, arranges medium/long term staff rotation in collaboration with training officer.

Plans work within the department, prioritising work according to staff resource ensuring surge capacity is appropriately targeted. Brings staffing resource issues to the attention of the Deputy Head of Cellular Pathology

To be responsible for the initial management and investigation of any incidents in the department and for reporting these to the Deputy and Head of Cellular Pathology

To organise appropriate action where a situation develops which may or has caused a service delivery failure.

Person specification

Education

• State Registration with the HCPC
• MSC or equivalent in Cellular Pathology
• Previous experience in laboratory management

Experience

• Recent experience of working in a UKAS accredited Cellular Pathology Department
• Recent experience at BMS band 7 or above in Cellular Pathology
• Extensive post registration technical experience working in a cellular pathology laboratory
• Experience of managing a team of professionals, including recruitment, appraisal and development.
• Evidence of leading and managing change within a complex environment
• Experience of strategic and service planning for a Speciality Pathology service.
• Budgetary management experience
• Previous experience of using Vantage Tracking Systems
• Evidence of involvement in business case development

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Important information for applicants:

Please note, the use of AI generated applications will be closely monitored. It is at the managers discretion to reject your application if they feel the majority has been created through the use of AI tools.

Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Application numbers

This advert has been capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, it will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this post to prevent you from missing out on applying for this opportunity.