Microbiology Biomedical Scientist Team Manager

Synlab; Basildon; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinical diagnostics company in Basildon is seeking a Microbiology Biomedical Scientist Team Manager to lead and shape training programs. This full-time role involves overseeing staff training, providing clinical services, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, extensive microbiological expertise, and strong management skills. A £5,000 joining bonus and competitive salary are offered.

Benefits

£5,000 Joining Bonus

Discretionary performance bonus up to 5% of salary

Qualifications

• HCPC registered and Specialist portfolio or equivalent in Microbiology.
• Management qualification to ILM level 3 or relevant experience.
• Able to work with a high degree of accuracy and good problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical analytical services for patients.
• Manage day-to-day staffing to ensure safe service delivery.
• Supervise and ensure training and competency assessment of staff.

Skills

Management skills

Microbiological techniques

Laboratory information management

Problem-solving

Numeracy skills

Education

HCPC registration

MSc / FIBMS

Management qualification to ILM level 3

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Statistical Packages

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Microbiology Biomedical Scientist Team Manager (Training Lead)

Location: Essex

Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 + £5,000 Joining Bonus

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

About the role

At Pathology First, we are looking for a talented Microbiology Biomedical Scientist Team Manager (Training Lead) to join a supportive and team-oriented laboratory based in our HUB in Basildon. This is a pivotal leadership role where you will be instrumental in shaping our training programs, mentoring the next generation of scientists, and directly influencing the future of microbiology services at one of Europe\'s largest clinical diagnostics companies.

We are proud to be the first lab in the UK to offer some of our BMS staff the opportunity to read bacterial cultures from home, using cutting-edge BD Kiestra Synapsys technology. Expertise/competence/working experience in Microbiology is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• To provide clinical analytical services for patients and service users
• To manage day-to-day staffing in area of responsibility to ensure safe service delivery and maintenance of TATs
• To be involved in, and in some cases responsible for, service developments
• To supervise and ensure training and competency assessment of staff in area of responsibility
• To carry out appraisal of staff
• To participate and in some cases be responsible for recruitment of staff
• To be responsible for QC and QA in area of responsibility, ensuring non-conformances are investigated, documented and changes to practice identified where necessary
• To participate in and undertake audit
• To be responsible for writing and maintaining SOPs in area of responsibility
• To report, investigate and monitor errors and incidents as per policies
• To have oversight of reports released from area of responsibility
• To authorise default fail queues for area of responsibility (i.e. reports not sent to consultant authorisation)
• To be responsible for risk and COSHH assessments in area of responsibility
• The post holder will be responsible for developing and co-ordinating training across Pathology First for laboratory based staff to support multi-site and cross-disciplinary working.
• The post holder will be required to work closely with the Operations Manager for Strategic Development and BMS Team Managers with Training Lead responsibilities to ensure the delivery of key objectives.
• The post holder will be involved in not only ensuring we have a competent workforce fit for today, but that we can develop a workforce to meet the future requirements of the organisation and that we have a training and development programme to successfully support staff take the next step in their career development from MLA\'s being able move into Laboratory Technician posts through to Specialist BMSs being ready to become the next generation of BMS Team Managers.

Qualifications and requirements

• HCPC registered and Specialist portfolio or equivalent in Microbiology.
• Management qualification to ILM level 3 or relevant experience.
• MSc / FIBMS (by examination) / IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma and is currently in possession of Fellowship Class of the IBMS or equivalent experience.
• Able to work across 3 different sites in a 24-7 work environment if required.
• Able to work with a high degree of accuracy, numeracy, interpretive skills and good problem-solving skills.
• Able to demonstrate a good knowledge and experience of industry standard laboratory information management systems and computer applications including Word, Excel, Power Point, Access and Statistical Packages.
• Working knowledge of Microbiological manual and automated techniques and practices.
• Working knowledge of Molecular biology techniques and platforms.

Benefits and commitment

• External candidates will be entitled to a joining bonus of £5,000
• For Band 7 - 8c roles, a discretionary team performance bonus payment worth up to 5% of salary per annum

About us

SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.

We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.

We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.

SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.

Please note we will be unable to consider international candidates that require sponsorship.

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Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Biomedical Scientist, Biomedical Technician, Biochemist, Microbiology Specialist, HCPC Registered Specialist, Biomedical Laboratory Specialist, Microbiologist may also be considered for this role