Microbiology IT and Development Section Manager

UHCW NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking a forward-thinking Microbiology IT and Development Section Manager to lead IT aspects of the Microbiology service and manage a small team within CWPS.

You will work closely with Pathology ICT and Trust ICT, drive IT projects, oversee procurement of equipment and tests, and coordinate data extraction from LIMS to support reporting and improvements. Prior microbiology lab experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a Microbiology laboratory is essential.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are required.
• Experience with IT projects in healthcare is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordination of IT issues for Microbiology (maintenance and development).
• To take a lead role for the discipline in the CIRDAN upgrade team and provide post-upgrade expertise.
• Liaise with Pathology IT team to work on changes and investigate issues within the discipline.
• Lead role in procurement of new equipment and implementation of new tests with a specific focus on IT issues e.g. interfacing.
• To extract data from LIMS or other systems required for reports or to support change/developments.

Skills

IT leadership

LIMS data extraction

ICT coordination

Procurement

Education

Biomedical Scientist degree

IT qualification

Tools

LIMS

Pathology IT

Job description

Microbiology IT and Development Section Manager

A Vacancy at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.

Coventry and Warwickshire Pathology Service (CWPS) is a well established Pathology Network in the South Midlands. The Microbiology department is located at the University of Coventry and Warwickshire site.

The department focuses on Bacteriology, Parasitology and Mycology using a variety of diagnostic techniques.

The post is full time working within a small team managing the day to day activities of Microbiology and leading on the IT aspects of the department. CWPS has a dedicated ICT team that you will also work closely with.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Interviews planned for week commencing 30th November.

Lead on IT aspects of the Microbiology service.

Work in partnership with Pathology ICT and Trust ICT teams

Work in partnership with suppliers.

Lead on improvement and development projects within Microbiology

In addition you will be part of the department's senior Biomedical Scientist team and act as shift manager on a rotational basis being the point of contact on a daily basis for laboratory operational and HR matters. Experience of working in a Microbiology laboratory is essential.

The successful applicant will be a dynamic, organised individual with excellent communication skills and the ability to motivate staff. There is a requirement to work effectively as part of a departmental and Pathology wide Section Manager team as well as managing individual work streams and deadlines.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation –

Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care.

We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

• Co-ordination of IT issues for Microbiology (maintenance and development).
• To take a lead role for the discipline in the CIRDAN upgrade team and provide post-upgrade expertise.
• Liaise with Pathology IT team to work on changes and investigate issues within the discipline.
• Lead role in procurement of new equipment and implementation of new tests with a specific focus on IT issues e.g. interfacing.
• To extract data from LIMS or other systems required for reports or to support change/developments.

The successful candidate will also be expected to effectively manage and lead the Microbiology service and team as part of the Microbiology senior team.

For full details please refer to the attached job description.

This advert closes on Wednesday 18 Nov 2026