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    Research Scientist Molecular Biology - Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom - University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

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    An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Principal Clinical Scientist (8B) to join the Clinical Biochemistry team at North Midlands and Cheshire Pathology Services (NMCPS).

    We are looking for someone with a passion for laboratory medicine and an ability to contribute to a progressive and highly patient-focused laboratory service to join our forward thinking and dynamic team.


    Working alongside an established and friendly team of ten Clinical Scientists and two Consultant Chemical Pathologists the successful candidate will contribute to all areas of service provision to ensure a high quality analytical and interpretive service.

    Participate in the duty biochemist and out of hours on-call rotas
    Manage Senior Clinical Scientists, STPs and HSSTs, under the direction of the Consultant Clinical Scientists
    Lead clinical audit and improvement projects
    Contribute to the departmental training and education programme
    Support the implementation of new analytical equipment across the network, which is currently being procured

    The Department has a strong track record in applied clinical research and innovation and there will be opportunities for involvement in current and new research/quality improvement projects.

    We would encourage staff to develop specialist areas of interest, initiate their own projects in line with the departmental clinical strategy, and translate ideas into practice.

    University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country.

    Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research.

    All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

    UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent.

    We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected.

    At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver.

    1st or 2nd Class Hons Science degree
    ~ Completed a formal 'Grade A'/STP post graduate training programme OR to have undertaken alternative training and supervised in-service experience assessed to be to an equivalent level
    ~ PhD in relevant subject
    Completion of management and leadership training

    Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
    Advanced knowledge of clinical biochemistry through training to master's degree and Royal College examinations.
    Up to date knowledge of key developments in clinical biochemistry
    Experience of analysis and interpretation of specialist biochemistry e.g. g medical and nursing colleagues, on the interpretation and follow up of clinical biochemistry results
    Ability to interpret external quality assurance scheme reports and identify areas that require investigation and improvement.
    Ability to process, manage, interpret data and information effectively using up to date technology and computerised information systems.
    Experience of specialist techniques in clinical biochemistry including the development and implementation of new methodologies
    Ability to examine up to date literature to identify areas of quality improvement
    Experience of developing new patient testing pathways in discussion with key stake holders
    Ability to communicate effectively with all staff grades both within and outside the laboratory.
    Ability to convey instructions, ideas and opinions clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
    Ability to support training and development and aptitude for developing staff skills and capabilities
    Ability to concentrate on complex data for prolonged periods with potential for frequent interruptions
    Experience in molecular genetics techniques
    Publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals
    Presentations at regional or national or international scientific meetings
    Experience of leading the implementation of a service development

    Personal Qualities
    A commitment to quality and safety
    Self-motivated ability to organise own study and laboratory work


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