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Go back Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Microbiology Manager 8a The closing date is 04 March 2026 As a Band 8a laboratory manager in the Microbiology Department the post holder will be responsible for the operational and technical delivery of the service and management of all sections of Microbiology including Bacteriology, Virology, Mycology, Parasitology and Molecular Diagnostics, as well as maintenance of UKAS accreditation to ISO 15189. The post holder is the Microbiology budget holder and will take a lead role in the management and development of all staff within the Department. Main duties of the job The role involves leading the operational, technical and workforce management of the Microbiology Department, ensuring high quality service delivery across Bacteriology, Virology, Molecular Diagnostics, Parasitology and Mycology, maintaining UKAS ISO 15189 accreditation, managing the budget and developing staff. Working for your organisation The Pathology Department at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals is part of the Lancashire & South Cumbria Pathology Service, a 4-Trust collaborative network focussed on coordinating services, adopting new technology, achieving best value and improving patient outcomes whilst maintaining pathology services across all sites. Main duties of the job The post holder will work to meet the objectives of the Pathology Directorate and the Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust through effective teamwork, communication, planning, staffing and resource management. As a Band 8a in the Microbiology Department the post holder will be responsible for the operational and technical delivery of the service and management of all sections of Microbiology including Bacteriology, Virology, Mycology, Parasitology and Molecular Diagnostics, as well as maintenance of UKAS accreditation to ISO 15189. The post holder is the Microbiology budget holder and will take a lead role in the management and development of all staff within the Department. Additional duties will be undertaken as directed by the Pathology Directorate Manager in consultation with the post holder. About us The Pathology department at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is member of the Lancashire & South Cumbria Pathology Service which is a collaborative pathology network made up of four partner Trusts , they are University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust, East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The aim is to transform pathology services and patient pathways by ensuring a coordinated approach for local services that drives the adoption of new technology, seeks best value, service quality and investment to improve patient outcomes. Pathology is essential to the delivery of all patient pathways and will be continued to be delivered on all 4 hospital sites. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty-five-minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac, Haematology and Cystic fibrosis patients. As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents - it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. Job responsibilities To ensure the department is operating in accordance with national guidance and maintain UKAS accreditation ISO 15189 standards & regulatory requirements. To be responsible for the technical leadership for service developments which clinical teams and Consultant Microbiologists or Clinical Scientists may wish to introduce. To monitor and maintain the high professional standards of the Microbiology service and initiate remedial action where necessary. To plan, oversee, perform, and technically validate all Microbiological investigations to a high level of competence. To oversee the technical validation of test results prior to reporting, ensuring the standard operating procedures as agreed by the Consultant Microbiologists are followed. To be responsible for the data management of results on the laboratory computer systems to ensure they are reported accurately and in a timely manner. To implement and monitor Internal and External Quality Assurance Schemes. To ensure the effective and timely commissioning of new equipment in Microbiology to ISO 15189 standards. To give technical support and guidance to all Microbiology staff, clinical staff and for research / clinical trials involving Microbiology. To implement Microbiology polices and maintain all documentation. To ensure stock levels are maintained to the required level within Microbiology. To ensure equipment within the department is fit for purpose, monitored, working at optimal performance and support collation of maintenance records. To implement new methodology into Microbiology in accordance best practice and accreditation and regulatory requirements. Personal To ensure the effective deployment of Biomedical Scientists in the department. To ensure comprehensive EWP rotas are prepared in a timely fashion. To develop close working relationships and communicate effectively with the Consultants and Clinical Scientists in the Microbiology Department. SUPERVISORY / MANAGEMENT DUTIES To be a member of the Pathology Management team and deputise for the Pathology Directorate Manager as required. To represent the Microbiology Department at the Pathology Directorate meetings To be named Quality Lead for the department. To be named Health and Safety lead for the department. To work with the Pathology Directorate Manager and other local heads of service to develop strategic plans and policy for Microbiology/Pathology, including technical leadership for any collaborative working across the network. To contribute to the planning of decisions regarding laboratory repertoire and equipment procurement. To provide statistical information within Microbiology and produce written reports. To contribute to the recruitment, appointment, and retention of staff in line with Trust polices and guidelines. To take the lead in control of staff deployment and maintain discipline in Microbiology according to Trust Policy. To ensure compliance with statutory regulations, Health and Safety, fire etc. in the section. To conduct annual appraisal for the Team leaders and ensure all staff have an appraisal once a year and ensure developmental needs are actioned. To undertake responsibility for counselling, grievance, and welfare matters. To contribute to the analysis and workforce planning needs of the Microbiology establishment and skill mix as appropriate to the safe provision of service. To organise staff in covering the 24-hour working patterns of Microbiology. To oversee the monitoring and recording of attendance, holidays, special leave, and sickness absence. Monitor cost effectiveness with the Microbiology budget and contributing to Waste Reduction Schemes To lead on business case development for staff, equipment purchases or new service or strategic developments. TEACHING / DEVELOPMENT / COMMUNICATION To co-ordinate induction, training and development of all staff in Microbiology. To ensure personal compliance with regards to mandatory, professional and personal development according to service needs. To ensure personal compliance with professional codes of conduct and personal development according to service needs. To facilitate two-way communication between higher management and staff. To promote the service and enhance the reputation of the department. To develop appropriate links with colleagues in the Pathology Clinical Network and Public Health Agencies and other stakeholders. To maintain up-to-date knowledge of methodology and technology in all aspects of Microbiology. To ensure all staff are competent to perform microbiological techniques and relevant tasks and maintain up to date records of the staff competencies. To provide mentorship to technical staff within Microbiology and to encourage continual professional and personal development. To provide support and supervision for staff engaged on work related study including portfolios and apprenticeships. CLINICAL GOVERNANCE To be the Departmental Quality Lead To ensure that incidents and complaints are investigated in a timely manner and appropriate actions implemented. To ensure that Quality Management Systems are maintained as scheduled. To work within regulatory and accreditation requirements, Trust policies and protocols. To ensure confidentiality is maintained in accordance with the Data Protection Act. FINANCE To be responsible for the Microbiology budget, producing a balanced budget and achieving financial control and improvement targets Person Specification Education and Qualification HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology Fellowship of IMBS, MSc Microbiology or equivalent experience Management Qualification Experience and Knowledge Significant experience as a senior BMS within a Microbiology department Substantial leadership experience Knowledge of COSHH, health and safety legislation pertaining to Clinical Microbiology laboratories . click apply for full job details
Go back Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Microbiology Manager 8a The closing date is 04 March 2026 As a Band 8a laboratory manager in the Microbiology Department the post holder will be responsible for the operational and technical delivery of the service and management of all sections of Microbiology including Bacteriology, Virology, Mycology, Parasitology and Molecular Diagnostics, as well as maintenance of UKAS accreditation to ISO 15189. The post holder is the Microbiology budget holder and will take a lead role in the management and development of all staff within the Department. Main duties of the job The role involves leading the operational, technical and workforce management of the Microbiology Department, ensuring high quality service delivery across Bacteriology, Virology, Molecular Diagnostics, Parasitology and Mycology, maintaining UKAS ISO 15189 accreditation, managing the budget and developing staff. Working for your organisation The Pathology Department at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals is part of the Lancashire & South Cumbria Pathology Service, a 4-Trust collaborative network focussed on coordinating services, adopting new technology, achieving best value and improving patient outcomes whilst maintaining pathology services across all sites. Main duties of the job The post holder will work to meet the objectives of the Pathology Directorate and the Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust through effective teamwork, communication, planning, staffing and resource management. As a Band 8a in the Microbiology Department the post holder will be responsible for the operational and technical delivery of the service and management of all sections of Microbiology including Bacteriology, Virology, Mycology, Parasitology and Molecular Diagnostics, as well as maintenance of UKAS accreditation to ISO 15189. The post holder is the Microbiology budget holder and will take a lead role in the management and development of all staff within the Department. Additional duties will be undertaken as directed by the Pathology Directorate Manager in consultation with the post holder. About us The Pathology department at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is member of the Lancashire & South Cumbria Pathology Service which is a collaborative pathology network made up of four partner Trusts , they are University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust, East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The aim is to transform pathology services and patient pathways by ensuring a coordinated approach for local services that drives the adoption of new technology, seeks best value, service quality and investment to improve patient outcomes. Pathology is essential to the delivery of all patient pathways and will be continued to be delivered on all 4 hospital sites. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty-five-minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac, Haematology and Cystic fibrosis patients. As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents - it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. Job responsibilities To ensure the department is operating in accordance with national guidance and maintain UKAS accreditation ISO 15189 standards & regulatory requirements. To be responsible for the technical leadership for service developments which clinical teams and Consultant Microbiologists or Clinical Scientists may wish to introduce. To monitor and maintain the high professional standards of the Microbiology service and initiate remedial action where necessary. To plan, oversee, perform, and technically validate all Microbiological investigations to a high level of competence. To oversee the technical validation of test results prior to reporting, ensuring the standard operating procedures as agreed by the Consultant Microbiologists are followed. To be responsible for the data management of results on the laboratory computer systems to ensure they are reported accurately and in a timely manner. To implement and monitor Internal and External Quality Assurance Schemes. To ensure the effective and timely commissioning of new equipment in Microbiology to ISO 15189 standards. To give technical support and guidance to all Microbiology staff, clinical staff and for research / clinical trials involving Microbiology. To implement Microbiology polices and maintain all documentation. To ensure stock levels are maintained to the required level within Microbiology. To ensure equipment within the department is fit for purpose, monitored, working at optimal performance and support collation of maintenance records. To implement new methodology into Microbiology in accordance best practice and accreditation and regulatory requirements. Personal To ensure the effective deployment of Biomedical Scientists in the department. To ensure comprehensive EWP rotas are prepared in a timely fashion. To develop close working relationships and communicate effectively with the Consultants and Clinical Scientists in the Microbiology Department. SUPERVISORY / MANAGEMENT DUTIES To be a member of the Pathology Management team and deputise for the Pathology Directorate Manager as required. To represent the Microbiology Department at the Pathology Directorate meetings To be named Quality Lead for the department. To be named Health and Safety lead for the department. To work with the Pathology Directorate Manager and other local heads of service to develop strategic plans and policy for Microbiology/Pathology, including technical leadership for any collaborative working across the network. To contribute to the planning of decisions regarding laboratory repertoire and equipment procurement. To provide statistical information within Microbiology and produce written reports. To contribute to the recruitment, appointment, and retention of staff in line with Trust polices and guidelines. To take the lead in control of staff deployment and maintain discipline in Microbiology according to Trust Policy. To ensure compliance with statutory regulations, Health and Safety, fire etc. in the section. To conduct annual appraisal for the Team leaders and ensure all staff have an appraisal once a year and ensure developmental needs are actioned. To undertake responsibility for counselling, grievance, and welfare matters. To contribute to the analysis and workforce planning needs of the Microbiology establishment and skill mix as appropriate to the safe provision of service. To organise staff in covering the 24-hour working patterns of Microbiology. To oversee the monitoring and recording of attendance, holidays, special leave, and sickness absence. Monitor cost effectiveness with the Microbiology budget and contributing to Waste Reduction Schemes To lead on business case development for staff, equipment purchases or new service or strategic developments. TEACHING / DEVELOPMENT / COMMUNICATION To co-ordinate induction, training and development of all staff in Microbiology. To ensure personal compliance with regards to mandatory, professional and personal development according to service needs. To ensure personal compliance with professional codes of conduct and personal development according to service needs. To facilitate two-way communication between higher management and staff. To promote the service and enhance the reputation of the department. To develop appropriate links with colleagues in the Pathology Clinical Network and Public Health Agencies and other stakeholders. To maintain up-to-date knowledge of methodology and technology in all aspects of Microbiology. To ensure all staff are competent to perform microbiological techniques and relevant tasks and maintain up to date records of the staff competencies. To provide mentorship to technical staff within Microbiology and to encourage continual professional and personal development. To provide support and supervision for staff engaged on work related study including portfolios and apprenticeships. CLINICAL GOVERNANCE To be the Departmental Quality Lead To ensure that incidents and complaints are investigated in a timely manner and appropriate actions implemented. To ensure that Quality Management Systems are maintained as scheduled. To work within regulatory and accreditation requirements, Trust policies and protocols. To ensure confidentiality is maintained in accordance with the Data Protection Act. FINANCE To be responsible for the Microbiology budget, producing a balanced budget and achieving financial control and improvement targets Person Specification Education and Qualification HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology Fellowship of IMBS, MSc Microbiology or equivalent experience Management Qualification Experience and Knowledge Significant experience as a senior BMS within a Microbiology department Substantial leadership experience Knowledge of COSHH, health and safety legislation pertaining to Clinical Microbiology laboratories . click apply for full job details
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At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today's risks into tomorrow's opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are-with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody's is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we're advancing AI to move from insight to action-enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence. If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity. An opportunity to work at the forefront of research into Moody's Analytics' cutting-edge credit modelling and scenario generation suite of solutions. Join a global team of leading risk management professionals from a diverse set of academic and professional backgrounds. Our products and services are deeply embedded across the financial sector. A culture emphasising partnership with our clients and the value of innovation and thought leadership pervades our business objectives and the day-to-day work that we do. As a research member of the Insurance Asset Risk Modelling team, you will be exposed to a broad range of challenges ranging from deeply technical model research to highly focussed client driven project work. This role will involve working on a newly developed credit risk product, which integrates Moody's long-standing expertise in structural credit modelling in an integrated risk framework which leverages Moody's award-winning Scenario Generator solution for broader interest rate and market risks. This modelling is applied across a range of credit asset classes (including structured products and private markets), while also capturing other key market risks like yield curve sensitivities and FX exposures. Our clients typically model these risks within a broader Asset Liability and Economic Capital framework. Responsibilities Prototype & develop analytic and quantitative financial models. Review financial analytics requirements. Contribute and lead research projects and development initiatives focused on improving our products. Where appropriate engage in detailed review and development activities of others' work to ensure that the team meets its goals. Write and review model and technical product documentation. Collaborate with members of Research and Product Management teams to develop testing plans, testing strategy and statistical benchmarks for testing. Create test cases, execute tests, analyse testing results and provide reports to the project team. Provide advanced level support on quantitative modelling questions to clients. Supporting the advisory services and sales teams by engaging with clients and prospect on deep dive modelling topics and product expertise. Qualifications A good first degree in a numerical discipline, for example: finance or other highly quantitative subject (physical sciences, maths, data science, economics). Ideally, a post-graduate (MSc or PhD) qualification in a numerical discipline. Knowledge or experience in the following areas: Structural credit modelling, including Merton and Distance to Default credit modelling Time series data and analysis, financial mathematics and stochastic modelling. Ideally, experience of using economic scenarios or scenario generation software and its application to asset risk modelling workflows Strong quantitative developer skills. Ideally with experience of programming in Python and familiarity with leveraging AI coding agents in an integrated development environment. We also use C# and MATLAB extensively. Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts both internally and externally, to different stakeholders with varying levels of technical knowledge. Experience in working in a collaborative project environment, with multi-disciplinary teams (e.g. product management, develop teams, operations, technology, business analysis, etc.). The Department / Team The Moody's Insurance Solutions team supports the insurance industry through the delivery of award-winning solutions, supporting regulatory compliance, financial reporting, investment, and helping firms to develop deeper business insight. A key element of our offering is our ability for subject matter experts to engage effectively with our customers on a regular basis. This engagement supports a number of objectives - ensuring customer satisfaction through effective solution delivery and issue resolution and continuously developing our understanding of customer needs - helping us to establish long-lasting and mutually beneficial relationships with our customers. Equal Opportunity Employer Moody's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody's Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.
At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today's risks into tomorrow's opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are-with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody's is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we're advancing AI to move from insight to action-enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence. If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity. An opportunity to work at the forefront of research into Moody's Analytics' cutting-edge credit modelling and scenario generation suite of solutions. Join a global team of leading risk management professionals from a diverse set of academic and professional backgrounds. Our products and services are deeply embedded across the financial sector. A culture emphasising partnership with our clients and the value of innovation and thought leadership pervades our business objectives and the day-to-day work that we do. As a research member of the Insurance Asset Risk Modelling team, you will be exposed to a broad range of challenges ranging from deeply technical model research to highly focussed client driven project work. This role will involve working on a newly developed credit risk product, which integrates Moody's long-standing expertise in structural credit modelling in an integrated risk framework which leverages Moody's award-winning Scenario Generator solution for broader interest rate and market risks. This modelling is applied across a range of credit asset classes (including structured products and private markets), while also capturing other key market risks like yield curve sensitivities and FX exposures. Our clients typically model these risks within a broader Asset Liability and Economic Capital framework. Responsibilities Prototype & develop analytic and quantitative financial models. Review financial analytics requirements. Contribute and lead research projects and development initiatives focused on improving our products. Where appropriate engage in detailed review and development activities of others' work to ensure that the team meets its goals. Write and review model and technical product documentation. Collaborate with members of Research and Product Management teams to develop testing plans, testing strategy and statistical benchmarks for testing. Create test cases, execute tests, analyse testing results and provide reports to the project team. Provide advanced level support on quantitative modelling questions to clients. Supporting the advisory services and sales teams by engaging with clients and prospect on deep dive modelling topics and product expertise. Qualifications A good first degree in a numerical discipline, for example: finance or other highly quantitative subject (physical sciences, maths, data science, economics). Ideally, a post-graduate (MSc or PhD) qualification in a numerical discipline. Knowledge or experience in the following areas: Structural credit modelling, including Merton and Distance to Default credit modelling Time series data and analysis, financial mathematics and stochastic modelling. Ideally, experience of using economic scenarios or scenario generation software and its application to asset risk modelling workflows Strong quantitative developer skills. Ideally with experience of programming in Python and familiarity with leveraging AI coding agents in an integrated development environment. We also use C# and MATLAB extensively. Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts both internally and externally, to different stakeholders with varying levels of technical knowledge. Experience in working in a collaborative project environment, with multi-disciplinary teams (e.g. product management, develop teams, operations, technology, business analysis, etc.). The Department / Team The Moody's Insurance Solutions team supports the insurance industry through the delivery of award-winning solutions, supporting regulatory compliance, financial reporting, investment, and helping firms to develop deeper business insight. A key element of our offering is our ability for subject matter experts to engage effectively with our customers on a regular basis. This engagement supports a number of objectives - ensuring customer satisfaction through effective solution delivery and issue resolution and continuously developing our understanding of customer needs - helping us to establish long-lasting and mutually beneficial relationships with our customers. Equal Opportunity Employer Moody's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody's Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.