Senior Biomedical Scientist / Team Manager - Infection Sciences

Job summaryWe are seeking
an experienced Microbiology Biomedical Scientist Team Manager (Training) to
join the Infection Sciences Laboratory at Jersey General Hospital. This is a key senior position within the
Infection Sciences team, with primary responsibility for Microbiology service
delivery and training. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in
providing high-quality diagnostic services while supporting the development of
our workforce and laboratory systems.Applicants
must be HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists.
Have a minimum of 6 years' post-registration experience. Hold an MSc,
Fellowship, IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma, or equivalent qualification in
Medical Microbiology. Demonstrate
extensive experience in diagnostic microbiology and laboratory management. Have a strong commitment to staff
development, quality improvement, and service excellence. The post is full-time and includes
participation in the weekend and bank holiday rota.Our
well-equipped laboratory maintains a comprehensive diagnostic microbiology
service and is equipped with a MALDI-ToF, BACTEC and a GeneXpert. The
department is UKAS accredited and an IBMS-approved training laboratory, with a
long-standing reputation for developing staff and supporting professional
advancement.Main duties of the jobLead a team of specialist biomedical scientists and support staff, and oversee training, competency assessment and continuing professional development for the infection sciences laboratories, to guide the diagnosis and management of infectious diseases, protecting the health of islanders.The post holder will:Manage and support staff within the Bacteriology Laboratory.Perform and oversee diagnostic testing across all sections of the bacteriology service, requiring extensive knowledge of microbiological investigations.Act as the department's Training Officer, supporting staff undertaking the IBMS Specialist Portfolio and other development programmes.Work alongside the Health & Safety Biomedical Scientist Team Manager and Quality Manager to provide technical leadership for the Bacteriology service.Lead and contribute to:Staff training and competency assessmentAudit programmesVerification and validation activitiesManagement of laboratory documentationInvestigation and management of non-conformancesQuality improvement initiativesSupport the Laboratory Manager in the operational management of Infection Sciences, ensuring service continuity and effective risk management.About usJerseyStep into a world where breath-taking scenery unfolds, where safety and inclusivity thrive and where miles of sandy beaches beckon during warm summers and mild winters.Jersey is idyllically situated between England and France. As an Island it offers the best of both worlds; a beautiful coastline with a great beach vibe, plus quaint and quiet countryside. A small population with clear parish identities, our Islanders benefit from true community spirit and a relaxed lifestyle.Our OrganisationWe want you to be your best, and we know that to achieve this we need to support the whole you. That's why our offer is much more than pay and pension. A career with the Jersey Public Service comes with a range of benefits, as well as offering the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of Islanders. When you join us, you're stepping into a role where your work makes a real difference - and where you'll be recognised, supported, and empowered along the way. We offer various benefits and initiatives designed to help you grow, thrive, and balance your personal and professional life, which reflects our commitment to being an extraordinary place to build your career.DetailsDate posted07 October 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
71,038.46 to 79,133.77 a year
ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time

Reference numberK Job locationsGovernment Of JerseyJersey General HospitalSt. HelierJerseyChannel IslandsJE1 3QSJerseyJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesLead a team performing a range of advanced infection and molecular sciences analyses on a
variety of samples, giving advice on appropriate techniques, to guide and contribute to clinical
diagnoses, treatments and the evaluation of the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions.Manage the work of a laboratory specialism, using personal knowledge, experience and
interpersonal skills, to meet urgent clinical need and agreed turnaround times, and contributing
to the control of infection, preventive programmes, and hospital bed occupancy management,
aligned with evidence-based best practice and prioritising resources.Support and mentor the team to take personal ownership of scientific decisions that impact on
patient care by enabling prompt and appropriate diagnosis and treatment.Network with other professionals at all levels, some of whom may be off island, to give advice on
guidelines and techniques, appropriate specimens and examinations, to manage users
expectations and to collaborate on new service developments.Implement systems for the introduction of new employees to the organisational environment,
training, the supervision of training, the assessment of employees competency, reassessment at
regular intervals and retraining as required, to ensure a competent workforce.Maintain with the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), the laboratorys approval for the
training of support staff, and registration and post-registration training of biomedical scientists, so
that the island is able to recruit and train a sufficient number of employees to deliver a high
quality service.Establish a system for IBMS portfolio review and completion, including obtaining and collating
appropriate evidence, and facilitate external portfolio assessments and assessor visits, ensuring
employees obtain IBMS qualifications relevant to their roles.Encourage a culture of career-long learning, through the provision of a variety of continuing
professional development opportunities, focussing on reflective and evidence-based practice.Coordinate and monitor internal and external quality assurance, participate in internal audit,
contribute to external accreditation, lead on document writing and review, and participate in
verification and control of procedural change, giving assurance to service users that the quality
of laboratory work can be relied upon.Assess and minimise clinical risk to ensure the safety and wellbeing of patients.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesLead a team performing a range of advanced infection and molecular sciences analyses on a
variety of samples, giving advice on appropriate techniques, to guide and contribute to clinical
diagnoses, treatments and the evaluation of the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions.Manage the work of a laboratory specialism, using personal knowledge, experience and
interpersonal skills, to meet urgent clinical need and agreed turnaround times, and contributing
to the control of infection, preventive programmes, and hospital bed occupancy management,
aligned with evidence-based best practice and prioritising resources.Support and mentor the team to take personal ownership of scientific decisions that impact on
patient care by enabling prompt and appropriate diagnosis and treatment.Network with other professionals at all levels, some of whom may be off island, to give advice on
guidelines and techniques, appropriate specimens and examinations, to manage users
expectations and to collaborate on new service developments.Implement systems for the introduction of new employees to the organisational environment,
training, the supervision of training, the assessment of employees competency, reassessment at
regular intervals and retraining as required, to ensure a competent workforce.Maintain with the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), the laboratorys approval for the
training of support staff, and registration and post-registration training of biomedical scientists, so
that the island is able to recruit and train a sufficient number of employees to deliver a high
quality service.Establish a system for IBMS portfolio review and completion, including obtaining and collating
appropriate evidence, and facilitate external portfolio assessments and assessor visits, ensuring
employees obtain IBMS qualifications relevant to their roles.Encourage a culture of career-long learning, through the provision of a variety of continuing
professional development opportunities, focussing on reflective and evidence-based practice.Coordinate and monitor internal and external quality assurance, participate in internal audit,
contribute to external accreditation, lead on document writing and review, and participate in
verification and control of procedural change, giving assurance to service users that the quality
of laboratory work can be relied upon.Assess and minimise clinical risk to ensure the safety and wellbeing of patients.Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialMSc in medical microbiology or virology, accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) Or IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma in medical microbiology or virology Or Fellowship of the IBMS by a route demonstrably relevant to infection sciences And Registered with the HCPC and the Jersey Care Commission as a biomedical scientist And IBMS certificate of expert practice in trainingDesirableIBMS certificate of expert practice in quality management Health and safety qualification or certificate Relevant information technology qualification or certificate Job-related mandatory training in health and safety, data security and safeguarding
Experience
EssentialExperience of working as an autonomous specialist practitioner in a relevant setting, acquired over approximately six yearsEvidence of continuing professional development that conforms to HCPC standardsDesirableExperience of leading supervising and motivating a team
Person Specification

Qualifications
EssentialMSc in medical microbiology or virology, accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) Or IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma in medical microbiology or virology Or Fellowship of the IBMS by a route demonstrably relevant to infection sciences And Registered with the HCPC and the Jersey Care Commission as a biomedical scientist And IBMS certificate of expert practice in trainingDesirableIBMS certificate of expert practice in quality management Health and safety qualification or certificate Relevant information technology qualification or certificate Job-related mandatory training in health and safety, data security and safeguarding
Experience
EssentialExperience of working as an autonomous specialist practitioner in a relevant setting, acquired over approximately six yearsEvidence of continuing professional development that conforms to HCPC standardsDesirableExperience of leading supervising and motivating a teamDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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
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