• Job Description

  Req#: K9919-23-0381?language=en&page=34&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  Salary & Grade: AfC Band 7 £43,742 - £50,056

  The laboratory in Bristol is situated within the Severn Pathology suite of laboratories at North Bristol NHS Trust Southmead site. The service is delivered by collaboration between North Bristol NHS Trust and UKHSA.

  The laboratory also has management input into a hot lab and near patient testing initiatives in University Hospitals Bristol. The laboratory receives in excess of 1 million specimens a year from a large number of clinical specialties across the Bristol and Bath hospital trusts, primary care, as well as referred specimens from the wider South West region and beyond, which contribute to an interesting and varied workload with a continuous assay review and development program.

  Main duties of the job

  You will be the IT Lead for the Infection Sciences Virology Laboratory and cross cover support for the Infection Sciences Bacteriology laboratory. You will provide support and direction to IT project work within Infection Sciences and assist with IT activities, providing a high level of Virology serological and molecular analysis in order to provide patients with the highest level of diagnosis and treatment.

  You will also be responsible for the efficient day-to-day running of areas of the laboratory as required and to be able to rotate through different areas of the laboratory. To supervise and train inexperienced Biomedical Scientists (BMS's), trainee BMS's, Associate Practitioners (AP's) and Healthcare Scientist Support Workers) (HSSW's).

  You will take responsibility for the technical performance of the areas involved, ensuring the production of reliable, relevant and timely results and reports. You will also be expected to assist in any UKHSA coordinated response or activity of a national/international nature, e.g. a Bioterrorism incident or a major disease outbreak, e.g. SARS.

  About us

  We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice, where Everyone Matters promoting equality of opportunity to actively encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently underrepresented in our workforce.

  UKHSA ethos is to be an inclusive organisation for all our staff and stakeholders. To create, nurture and sustain an inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our workforce and wider communities. We do this through celebrating and protecting differences by removing barriers and promoting equity and equality of opportunity for all.

  Date posted

  25 August 2023

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 7

  Salary

  £43,742 to £50,056 a year per annum

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

  Reference number

  JP-UKHSA00376

  Job locations

  UKHSA Bristol

  Severn Pathology, Southmead Hospital

  Bristol

  BS10 5NB

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Location

  This is a lab-based role located at Southmead Hospital, Bristol, BS10 5NB.

  *Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Relocation expenses are not available.*

  Working Pattern Full Time, Part Time, Job Share, Flexible Working

  The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:

  • Be responsible for maintenance and improvement of current LIMS (WinPath)
  • Enterprise for the Virology section of the Infection Sciences laboratory and provide support to other areas of IS as required.
  • Be responsible for the maintenance/development/configuration of upstream/downstream systems (OCS etc) in conjunction with service users
  • Troubleshoot and triage problems with WPE, report problems that cannot be solved in-house to Clinisys and any changes needed.
  • To support and undertake IT project work within Infection Sciences
  • To ensure compliance with IT Policies and Procedures within Infection Sciences and users as required.
  • To be responsible for the maintenance and improvement of key interfaces
  • To support external customer projects requiring IT support/reconfiguration/deployment e.g. EPR upgrade/maintenance
  • To coordinate the training of laboratory staff on the relevant systems
  • To act as a point of contact for LIMS queries from external companies e.g. Laboratory equipment providers
  • To deputise for the Infection Sciences IT Lead including SGSS management
  • The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. You will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by the directorate
  • The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the organisation

  The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The Job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary.

  Please see the job description for the full list of duties and responsibilities.

  STAGE 1 - APPLICATION & SIFT:

  You will be required to complete an application form and a statement of suitability of up to 1250 words. This will be assessed in line with the advertised essential criteria please do provide evidence of how you meet this.

  If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to an interview.

  STAGE 2 INTERVIEW

  This competition will involve an interview either by video or face to face.

  As part of the process, candidates will be invited to interview which will involve an in-depth discussion of your previous experience and professional competence in relation to the criteria set out in the Person Specification.

  Please note that as part of the interview process you may be asked to undertake a test or presentation.

  You will also be asked to provide information within the Employer/ Activity history section of the application form. This is equivalent to the information you would provide on a CV, setting out your career history.

  Expected Timeline:

  Advert close: 23:55hrs on 8th September 2023 unfortunately, late applications will not be considered. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

  Interviews: TBC

  Please note these dates could be subject to change.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Location

  This is a lab-based role located at Southmead Hospital, Bristol, BS10 5NB.

  *Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Relocation expenses are not available.*

  Working Pattern Full Time, Part Time, Job Share, Flexible Working

  The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:

  • Be responsible for maintenance and improvement of current LIMS (WinPath)
  • Enterprise for the Virology section of the Infection Sciences laboratory and provide support to other areas of IS as required.
  • Be responsible for the maintenance/development/configuration of upstream/downstream systems (OCS etc) in conjunction with service users
  • Troubleshoot and triage problems with WPE, report problems that cannot be solved in-house to Clinisys and any changes needed.
  • To support and undertake IT project work within Infection Sciences
  • To ensure compliance with IT Policies and Procedures within Infection Sciences and users as required.
  • To be responsible for the maintenance and improvement of key interfaces
  • To support external customer projects requiring IT support/reconfiguration/deployment e.g. EPR upgrade/maintenance
  • To coordinate the training of laboratory staff on the relevant systems
  • To act as a point of contact for LIMS queries from external companies e.g. Laboratory equipment providers
  • To deputise for the Infection Sciences IT Lead including SGSS management
  • The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. You will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by the directorate
  • The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the organisation

  The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The Job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary.

  Please see the job description for the full list of duties and responsibilities.

  STAGE 1 - APPLICATION & SIFT:

  You will be required to complete an application form and a statement of suitability of up to 1250 words. This will be assessed in line with the advertised essential criteria please do provide evidence of how you meet this.

  If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to an interview.

  STAGE 2 INTERVIEW

  This competition will involve an interview either by video or face to face.

  As part of the process, candidates will be invited to interview which will involve an in-depth discussion of your previous experience and professional competence in relation to the criteria set out in the Person Specification.

  Please note that as part of the interview process you may be asked to undertake a test or presentation.

  You will also be asked to provide information within the Employer/ Activity history section of the application form. This is equivalent to the information you would provide on a CV, setting out your career history.

  Expected Timeline:

  Advert close: 23:55hrs on 8th September 2023 unfortunately, late applications will not be considered. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

  Interviews: TBC

  Please note these dates could be subject to change.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications and Experience

  Essential

  • Biomedical Science (BMS) degree or equivalent academic achievement ratified by the IBMS
  • State registration with Health Professions Council (HCPC)
  • Further study - e.g. MSc or professional qualification
  • Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
  • Evidence of post-registration speciality training, in accordance with IBMS guidelines or equivalent
  • At least five year's postgraduate experience
  • At least five years practical experience
  • A high level of theoretical and practical Virology knowledge
  • Competency in a wide range of Serological and molecular techniques
  • Able to work in all laboratory areas
  • Competency in a wide range of Serological and molecular techniques
  • The ability to manage significant numbers of staff and complex issues within the laboratory
  • Knowledge and experience of Infection Sciences LIMS implementation, training delivery and client side interface
  • Excellent understanding of the IT Security Policies and Procedures
  • Technically adept at laboratory procedures
  • Good understanding of theoretical and practical microbiology

  Desirable

  • IBMS Specialist Portfolio
  • Able to perform technically advanced procedures as applicable
  • Presentation skills

  Person Specification

  Qualifications and Experience

  Essential

  • Biomedical Science (BMS) degree or equivalent academic achievement ratified by the IBMS
  • State registration with Health Professions Council (HCPC)
  • Further study - e.g. MSc or professional qualification
  • Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
  • Evidence of post-registration speciality training, in accordance with IBMS guidelines or equivalent
  • At least five year's postgraduate experience
  • At least five years practical experience
  • A high level of theoretical and practical Virology knowledge
  • Competency in a wide range of Serological and molecular techniques
  • Able to work in all laboratory areas
  • Competency in a wide range of Serological and molecular techniques
  • The ability to manage significant numbers of staff and complex issues within the laboratory
  • Knowledge and experience of Infection Sciences LIMS implementation, training delivery and client side interface
  • Excellent understanding of the IT Security Policies and Procedures
  • Technically adept at laboratory procedures
  • Good understanding of theoretical and practical microbiology

  Desirable

  • IBMS Specialist Portfolio
  • Able to perform technically advanced procedures as applicable
  • Presentation 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).

  Additional information

  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).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  UK Health Security Agency

  Address

  UKHSA Bristol

  Severn Pathology, Southmead Hospital

  Bristol

  BS10 5NB

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  UK Health Security Agency

  Address

  UKHSA Bristol

  Severn Pathology, Southmead Hospital

  Bristol

  BS10 5NB

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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