Cellular & Infection Sciences Manager

Role summary

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The Cellular & Infection Sciences Manager will lead the operational delivery of cellular pathology and microbiology services, supporting safe, timely and high-quality diagnostic testing. The role is likely to require substantial laboratory management experience, professional registration or equivalent expertise, knowledge of UK pathology standards, and an understanding of quality, governance, workforce planning and NHS performance requirements. The successful candidate should be an effective people manager with strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. They will be expected to work collaboratively with clinicians and senior managers, maintain regulatory compliance, oversee service improvement, manage resources and budgets, and promote a culture of patient safety, learning and continuous improvement.

About the employer

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital and community healthcare services across Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas, including Peterborough, Huntingdon, Hinchingbrooke and Stamford. The Trust supports a large and diverse local population through emergency care, planned treatment, maternity, diagnostics, cancer services, outpatient care and specialist clinical programmes. Its cellular and infection sciences teams provide essential laboratory services that help clinicians diagnose disease, guide treatment and monitor patient safety. As an NHS Foundation Trust, it is accountable to patients and the wider community while working within national NHS standards and professional regulations. The organisation offers opportunities for clinical, scientific, managerial and support staff, with an emphasis on teamwork, service development, education and improving patient outcomes.

Working in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom offers wide opportunities in healthcare, laboratory sciences, engineering, technology, education and professional services. Its culture is diverse and generally values punctuality, privacy, fairness and a healthy work-life balance. Lifestyle choices range from busy cities and historic towns to quiet countryside and coastal communities, although housing and transport costs vary considerably. International professionals normally need the appropriate work visa; many NHS roles may offer Health and Care Worker visa sponsorship, subject to eligibility, registration, salary and employer approval. Relocating applicants should check professional registration requirements, English-language evidence, right-to-work rules, tax, National Insurance, accommodation and healthcare arrangements. The UK has four nations—England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland—with some differences in public services and cost of living. Major airports and extensive rail and road networks make travel around the country straightforward.