Job summary
We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our existing team as a Band 8a Chief Biomedical Scientist in the Therapeutic Stem Cell Laboratory. You will be HCPC registered with a relevant MSc or Higher Specialist Diploma.

Main duties of the job
As a Laboratory Chief for the Stem Cell Laboratory, you will be required to take responsibility of the department in defined areas of the service including clinical trials, operational management, departmental resources and technical services, staff, finance, equipment and space.

Working with senior colleagues you will be responsible for the overall operation and development of laboratory service areas providing a quality led, efficient and safe service and provide specialist advice on scientific and technical issues

This is a exciting post for an enthusiastic, forward thinking individual who will make a significant managerial and scientific contribution to the development of the department as a whole, with a focus on delivering an increased number of clinical trials.

You will organize and account for all aspects of service delivery and available resources to include the transplant programmes and requirements for NHS commissioned work, commercial and clinical trials (independent and/or collaborative) and new developments. You will understand current and emerging clinical trials governance (guidance, standards and legislation) and will provide expert interpretation of potential consequences and capacity on service delivery

About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - what better place to shape and develop your leadership career.

We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000 plus strong workforce is central to our success and innovation.You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You'll work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust.

MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You'll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery.We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation's success.Join us and help shape the future of our Trust--make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients.

Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

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We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• HCPC registered, Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences / MSc or equivalent.
• Recognised management qualification or attendance at short courses on relevant management issues.
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Member of recognised CPD scheme

Knowledge
Essential

• Considerable experience within Stem cell or similar discipline, with substantial experience in a supervisory capacity
• Awareness of laboratory and management issues within specialist area e.g. HTA Compliance & JACIE standards/accreditation, Clinical Governance and Risk Management, Health and Safety, HR Policies

Desirable

• Considerable experience within Stem Cell or similar discipline, with substantial experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Awareness of laboratory and management issues within specialist area e.g. HTA Compliance & JACIE standards/accreditation

Experience
Essential

• Substantial experience of clinical and laboratory haematology in senior capacity.
• Evidence of training and development of staff including performance management
• Experience with laboratory computer systems. Comprehensive IT skills

Desirable

• Evidence of laboratory and financial management

Skills
Essential

• Good communication skills, written and verbal
• Ability to liaise with all grades of staff in and out of the department.
• Evidence of working with and leading a team
• Keyboard skills & computer literacy

Desirable

• Good presentation skills

Attributes
Essential

• Able to lead and motivate a team
• Flexibility, enthusiasm
• Good interpersonal skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve.