Quality Manager - Genomics (XN07)

Job Summary

Fixed Term Position (6 months)

Genomics

Band 7, 37.5 hours per week, full time

Join us to make a meaningful difference to patients' lives.

If your passion is healthcare and you want to be at the forefront of improving outcomes for patients, then there's no better place to be.

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated individual to join our team in the genomics central laboratory at St James's University Hospital, for a fixed period of six months, as a Quality Manager. An element of home and/or flexible working would be considered in this role.

Expected Shortlisting Date: 28/04/2025

Planned Interview Date: 05/05/2025

Main Duties of the Job:

1. Lead the department's Quality Management System.
2. Contribute towards overall service improvement by participating in and implementing departmental policy development.
3. Participate in the training of support, technical, scientific, and medical staff as necessary.
4. Work in a fast-paced environment, completing work at short notice and to tight deadlines.
5. Ensure attention to detail, organizational qualities, personal flexibility, and excellent communication skills.

About Us:

In response to NHS England's recent Strategy and Service Specification for the future of Genomics services in England, Newcastle Teaching Hospitals, Leeds Teaching Hospitals, Sheffield Children's Trust, and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals have formed the North East and Yorkshire Genomics Laboratory Hub; an exciting collaboration to provide services for Genomics across Yorkshire and Humber and the North.

Date Posted: 08 April 2025

Pay Scheme: Agenda for Change

Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 a year

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 6 months

Working Pattern: Full-time, Flexible working

Reference Number: C9298-PATH-428

Job Locations: St. James's University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF

Person Specification:

Experience:

• Extensive experience within the clinical laboratory setting
• Successful working as a member of a team
• Supervisory or management experience

Qualifications:

• Biomedical Sciences (or equivalent) first degree (BSc)
• Biomedical Sciences (or equivalent) Masters degree (MSc)
• State Registration with HCPC where applicable to specialty

Skills and Behaviours:

• Specialist knowledge of Quality Management and Clinical Governance
• Strong leadership skills
• Knowledge of conventional IT software e.g. Microsoft Office

Other Criteria:

• Able to effectively motivate and influence
• Able to work collaboratively across organisational boundaries
• Able to work independently or as part of a team, as required

Employer Details:

Employer Name: Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address: St. James's University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF

Employer's Website: Leeds Teaching Hospitals Website