Consultant Clinical Scientist (Deputy Head of H&I)

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 74,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization committed to saving lives as a Consultant Clinical Scientist. In this pivotal role, you'll oversee laboratory operations, ensuring the highest standards of quality and reliability. Collaborate with a dedicated team to provide critical services in histocompatibility and immunogenetics, while also promoting inclusivity and continuous learning. This permanent position offers flexible working options and a supportive environment, making it an ideal opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in healthcare.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

NHS pension scheme

Flexible working options

Support for continuous learning

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical analysis and interpretation of complex investigations.
• Demonstrated progress towards FRCPath in Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality laboratory output and manage activities within the lab.
• Lead scientific training and participate in research activities.

Skills

Clinical Analysis

Interpretation of Investigations

Scientific Training

Research Participation

Operational Management

Education

Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists

PhD

Job description

Job summary

NHS Blood and Transplant is an integral part of the NHS. Operating a network of centres across England and North Wales, we collect around 2 million units of blood and tissues per year, converting them into safe and effective blood components, blood, and tissue products for use in patient treatments. We also provide a range of Specialist Services supporting transfusion and transplantation.

We are seeking a Consultant Clinical Scientist - Deputy Head of Department in the Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics Laboratory, NHSBT Birmingham. The successful applicant will work alongside the Head of Department to provide clinical services to hospitals across a wide area. The laboratory is UKAS and EFI accredited and provides services supporting haematopoietic stem cell, heart, lung, and kidney transplantation, as well as a wide range of immunogenetic services.

Main duties of the job

In this role, you will analyze, interpret, document, and report routine and specialist/complex investigations, providing Consultant advice to hospital clinicians. Your duties will include:

1. Ensuring the laboratory's overall output is of high quality, appropriate, relevant, consistent, and reliable.
2. Managing activities within the laboratory, responsible for work standards, and deputizing for the Head of Department as required.
3. Leading scientific training supporting STP, HSST, MSc, PhD, and FRCPath.
4. Participating in research and maintaining high standards of work.
5. Promoting NHSBT’s values of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity.
6. Providing scientific and technical input for H&I.
7. Managing operational activities, overseeing a large team and budget.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver services that save and improve lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, you'll join over 6,000 colleagues making a difference across the UK. Our core values are Caring, Expert, and Quality. We aim to create an inclusive workplace reflecting the diverse communities we serve and encourage applications from all sectors.

Details

Date posted: 09 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 8c

Salary: £74,290 to £85,601 per year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number: 006494

Job location: NHSBT, Vincent Drive, Birmingham, B15 2SG, United Kingdom

Job description & responsibilities

To be considered for the Band 8b post, you must demonstrate progress towards completing the Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists in H&I (e.g., evidence of submission of one requirement for FRCPath Part 2). You will be paid accordingly until confirmation of registration.

Refer to the attached recruitment profile for detailed Job Description and Person Specification. You will need to demonstrate these attributes throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer:

• Salary of £74,290 - £85,601 per annum, in accordance with AfC.
• A full-time, permanent opportunity as a Band 8c with NHSBT.
• Work with a national organization based in Birmingham.
• Flexible working options.
• 27 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time), increasing after 5 and 10 years of service.
• NHS pension scheme, a defined benefit scheme.
• Support for continuous learning through our Thrive program.

Vacancy closes at 23:59 on Sunday 18th May. Interviews are expected on Thursday 5th June (subject to confirmation). For informal enquiries, contact Luke Foster at [e-mail].