Microbiology IT and Development Section Manager

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking a Microbiology IT and Development Section Manager to lead IT initiatives in the Microbiology service and work with the Pathology ICT and Trust ICT teams to implement improvements.

The role combines technical leadership with people management, including shifting as needed, ensuring high quality reporting, and coordinating with suppliers to deliver innovative IT solutions within CWPS.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration required for Biomedical Scientist.
• MSc, FIBMS or IBMS Specialist Diploma or CPSM logbook equivalent.
• IBMS Specialist Diploma completion or equivalent.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT aspects of Microbiology service and project work.
• Coordinate IT issues with Pathology ICT and Trust ICT teams.
• Oversee procurement of equipment and IT interfacing tests.
• Act as shift manager and principal contact for HR and operations.
• Lead on IT improvement projects within Microbiology.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

IT systems

LIMS data extraction

Project management

Staff development

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

HCPC Registration

MSc / IBMS Special Examination

IBMS Specialist Diploma / CPSM logbook

CPD evidence

Tools

LIMS

Job description

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Microbiology IT and Development Section Manager

The closing date is 18 November 2026

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.

Main duties of the job

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.

About us

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 - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. 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.

Job 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.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• oHCPC Registration oMSc, FIBMS or IBMS Special Examination oCompletion of IBMS Specialist Diploma or equivalent (such as CPSM logbook) oEvidence of CPD

Experience

• oEvidence of experience working in a Clinical Laboratory as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist. oComprehensive understanding of NHS services/systems and NHS context (e.g. modernising pathology services). oDemonstrates ability in producing written reports/papers/documents to a high standard. oCommitment to change management to develop more innovative ways of working to improve service delivery. oStrong leadership and people management skills, and the ability to motivate and develop staff.

Knowledge

• oDemonstrates an in-depth knowledge in required discipline

Skills

• oExcellent written and verbal communication skills. oHigh level of accuracy and attention to detail. oAbility to train other staff. oAbility to communicate technical information and results to other health professionals and be able to use telephone and email. oAdvanced IT and keyboard skills. oSupervisory skills. oGood planning and organisational skills. oProblem solving skills, including lateral thinking and ability to find creative solutions. oNegotiating and Influencing skills. oConsistently achieves against targets. oAbility to cope with a wide range of complex issues, prioritising effectively when dealing with competing demands.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

• oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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