Group Leader - Glasgow, United Kingdom - UK Health Security Agency

UK Health Security Agency

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Glasgow, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Salary:

- £59,325 - £61,414
Job grade:

Grade 7
G7 (Upper)
Contract type:
Permanent
Type of role:
Science
Working pattern:
Fulltime, Job share, Parttime
Number of jobs available:
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Location

GlasgowAbout the job

Job summary:

We have an exciting role within the Radiochemistry Group (RG) in UKHSA.

As Group Leader, you will be the UKHSA expert in Radiochemistry and will manage a group of approximately 20 staff working in this area.

The post holder will also be required to ensure that the group is at the forefront of the scientific area acting as a national point of authoritative advice.

In the event of an emergency the postholder will lead the radiochemical analysis team providing analytical measurements of environmental and biological samples, along with expert advice, in support of the management of the incident.

Location:

This role will be based on site at: CRCE Scotland, 155 Hardgate Rd, Glasgow, G51 4LS.

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

Job description:

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

Lead an established group of staff working in radiation emergency response and chemical analysis.
Plan and implement development in areas of emergency response and commercial services.
Work with senior UKHSA colleagues to integrate RG developments with wider UKHSA aims and procedures.
Ensure all work in the Group is carried out according to UKHSA policies, procedures.
Ensure all work carried out in the Group meets the required health and safety standards and legislation.
Work with the group to ensure new protocols are written and implemented, and staff competency has been demonstrated. Provide management support for the accreditation process for new procedures as required.
Work with other Group Leaders and RHED Head of Department to develop and implement polices and business plans for the department.
Undertake broader corporate tasks as directed by the Head of Department.
Represent RG at national and international meetings and fora.
Identify, discuss and action own professional performance and training / development needs with your line manager through appraisal / individual development plan. Attending internal / external training events

Please review the Job Description for a full list of responsibilities.
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.

Person specification:

Essential Criteria:

Essential

BSc or higher in relevant scientific discipline or equivalent experience.
Expert level experience in all aspects of chemical and radiochemical analysis (laboratory processing and use of instrumentation).
Expert understanding of the principles of analysis and detectors for a range of chemical and radiochemical processes.
Experience of leading a formally accredited QA environment.
Experience of managing large groups/teams of staff.
Ability to produce clear wellstructured written material.
Excellent decisionmaking skills to allow effective management of the group and its scientific growth.

Desirable

Membership of relevant professional body
Excellent problemsolving skills and adaptability to rapidly changing demands
Strong IT skills in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams etc.

Please review the Job Description for the full criteria.

Benefits:

Learning and development tailored to your role
An environment with flexible working options
A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%

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Selection process details:

Selection process details

STAGE - APPLICATION & SIFT:
If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to an interview.

STAGE - INTERVIEW
This stage will involve an in-person or MS Teams interview.

Expected Timeline:

Shortlist:
w/c 2nd April 2024.

Interviews:

TBC
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment

Security:

People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks

Nationality requirements:

Open to UK nationals only

Working for the Civil Service:

Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.
This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative.
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