Senior EQA Haematology Scientist - Lead & Innovate (Flexible)

West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust; Watford; On-site; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Job summary

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Band 7 Senior EQA Scientist for UK NEQAS in Haematology. The role requires HCPC registration, leadership of the UK NEQAS Haematology team, and delivery of high‑quality external quality assessment services in line with UK standards.

The post is based in Watford with a 9:00–17:30 schedule, Monday to Friday, and flexible working arrangements discussed at interview.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with UK Haematology experience.
• Proven knowledge of UK Haematology laboratory practices.
• Experience with External Quality Assessment (EQA) schemes.
• Experience in leading and supervising laboratory staff.
• Understanding of quality management systems and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise UK NEQAS Haematology staff.
• Plan and manage multiple work streams and deadlines.
• Prepare and validate survey material and paperwork.
• Oversee receipt and dispatch of survey materials.
• Enter and verify participant data for analysis.
• Investigate quality incidents and perform root-cause analysis.
• Maintain records of results and support service development.

Skills

HCPC Registered

Biomedical Scientist

Haematology

Quality Mgmt Systems

EQA Experience

Team Leadership

Job description

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Band 7 Senior EQA Scientist for UK NEQAS in Haematology. The role requires HCPC registration, leadership of the UK NEQAS Haematology team, and delivery of high‑quality external quality assessment services in line with UK standards.

The post is based in Watford with a 9:00–17:30 schedule, Monday to Friday, and flexible working arrangements discussed at interview.