Section Manager - Immunology Section

Role Overview & Responsibilities

We are looking for a highly motivated, experienced and qualified Biomedical Scientist to lead our Immunology Section in the Biochemistry Department based at Salford Royal Hospital. You will be able to demonstrate excellent knowledge and experience of Immunology and/or Biochemistry and will have underpinning knowledge of accreditation, clinical governance, leadership and training.

Our Immunology Section provides assays for myeloma screening, oligoclonal bands and TAU protein on site, whilst also acting as a referral service for complex Immunology testing to support our Specialist Clinical teams across the Northern Care Alliance.

You must be a committed team player and be able to motivate and support training activities. You will play an essential role in continuously improving the services offered and managing change.

• Manage and coordinate day to day activities of the Immunology section
• Participate in technical work, analyse and interpret results
• Responsible for standard and quality of results
• Key trainer for Health and Safety and Fire procedures

The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

In line with the Trust’s Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.