Lead Scientist

NHS; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lead Scientist to guide the pathology service. This role involves providing scientific leadership, managing operations, and ensuring service continuity across multiple sites. The successful candidate will work closely with senior management to drive strategic projects and uphold high standards of care. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in healthcare and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, this is an excellent opportunity to join a team committed to excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• Extensive post-registration experience in Biomedical Science.
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day delivery of pan-pathology services.
• Identify performance shortfalls and implement remedial actions.

Skills

Management of complex workloads

Team leadership

Education

BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences

MSc Biomedical Sciences

Certificate of Expert Practice in Leadership and Management

Job description

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 master's level with extensive post-registration experience within Biomedical Science, the Lead Scientist will provide scientific leadership across all pathology services, promote scientific excellence, and 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 the CD and CM. The successful applicant will be managerially competent in operational areas such as Human Resources and Finance.

Main duties of the job

1. Manage the day-to-day delivery of pan-pathology services within the agreed specifications. Take corrective actions for shortfalls, escalate issues to the CD and CM, and implement contingency plans if standards are not met.
2. Identify performance shortfalls in the medium term and implement remedial actions, considering resource issues affecting service delivery.
3. Maintain service continuity in the long term through 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 committed to providing high-quality, safe care in an environment our staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is a promise we uphold daily. Guided by our core values—Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted—we aim to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team dedicated to continuous improvement, join us and help make a difference!

Pathology is a vibrant team, continually seeking innovative ideas and ways of working to keep pace with rapid diagnostic advances.

Details

Date posted: 08 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 8b

Salary: £62,215 to £72,293 per annum/pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 223-LSC-294

Job locations: Shrewsbury Hospital, Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ

Job description

For full duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential):

• BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
• MSc Biomedical Sciences 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

Qualifications (Desirable):

• NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent

Experience and Knowledge (Essential):

• Significant experience as a Band 8a BMS in a relevant discipline
• Extensive operational management experience
• Service development and business planning experience
• Knowledge of Quality Management systems
• Up-to-date knowledge of UKAS, HTA, HPA Standards and their application

Experience and Knowledge (Desirable):

• UKAS Assessor
• Teaching Biomedical Science
• IBMS Examiner
• Participation in developing EQA schemes

Skills (Essential):

• Ability to manage and prioritize complex workloads under pressure
• Supportive approach to team achievement

Additional Information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a DBS check.

Applications from those requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. For details, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For more info, see NHS Careers.