Genomics Lab Technical Lead

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Technical Team Manager for the North West Genomic Medicine Service to lead and develop a specialised genomics laboratory team at St Mary's Hospital, Manchester. The role supports a 6-day delivery model and involves coordinating technical workflows and training within a dynamic, nationally recognised service.

The successful candidate will have genetic technologist registration (or eligibility), strong leadership, and the ability to drive

Qualifications

• Degree in a Biological Discipline.
• Register or be eligible for registration as a Genetic Technologist.
• Competency-based training in genetics.
• Experience delivering training within a genetics laboratory.
• Ability to manage teams of staff and deliver national programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a technical section comprising one or more teams.
• Plan and supervise training and staff development.
• Manage workforce and technical workflows within the section.
• Engage with local, national and international colleagues for collaboration.
• Support the Whole Genome Sequencing project and related initiatives.

Skills

IT literate

Verbal & written communication

Negotiation

Priority management

Teamwork

Adaptable to change

Education

Biological degree

Genetic Technologist registration

Competency-based training

Team management

Genetics training

Job description

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Technical Team Manager for the North West Genomic Medicine Service to lead and develop a specialised genomics laboratory team at St Mary's Hospital, Manchester. The role supports a 6-day delivery model and involves coordinating technical workflows and training within a dynamic, nationally recognised service.

The successful candidate will have genetic technologist registration (or eligibility), strong leadership, and the ability to drive