Team Leader/Senior Biomedical Scientist

Job overview
At University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust patients are at the centre of all we do.
We are part of a modern laboratory within Derbyshire Pathology, a joint venture for Derby, Burton and Chesterfield so this post will require cross site working.
If you are an experienced Biomedical Scientist and would relish a new challenge, then we would love to hear from you. This is an exciting time to become a Team Leader on a permanent basis.
We’re looking for a passionate and committed individual who shares our values and want to invest in continuously to improve and transform our services.
Key Requirements of the role:
HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist.
Specialist Portfolio or equivalent experience.
MSc or equivalent qualification.
Advanced experience of microbiology.
Knowledge of recognition and identification of bacteria and other micro-organisms.
Flexibility in your approach as there is the requirement to work out of hours and weekends.
Excellent communication skills together with excellent organisational skills are essential requirements for this post.
Excellent values and behaviour in line with our values; Compassion, Openness and Excellence.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for management of a technical section within the Department, directing the work of the other scientific and support staff in the day to day analytical provision of a high quality, cost effective service.
Provides and coordinates specialist clinical technical services including research and audit.
Developing the section in line with departmental objectives.
To provide a lead role in the training and instruction of staff within their section.
Closing date of applications: 29 May 2024
Interview date: 12 June 2024
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