Cellular & Infection Sciences Manager

Role summary

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The Cellular & Infection Sciences Manager leads cellular pathology, microbiology and related laboratory services, ensuring accurate, timely and clinically reliable results. The role typically requires substantial experience in biomedical science or laboratory management, relevant professional registration such as HCPC where applicable, and knowledge of NHS pathology standards, quality systems, infection control and regulatory requirements. Candidates are expected to hold or work toward a suitable postgraduate or management qualification, demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, and manage staff, budgets, service performance and improvement projects. The successful applicant should be able to work collaboratively with clinicians and operational teams, support innovation, maintain patient safety, and ensure compliance with UKAS, NHS and other statutory requirements.

About the employer

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust provides acute hospital and community healthcare services across Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas. Its main hospitals include Hinchingbrooke Hospital in Huntingdon, Peterborough City Hospital and Stamford and Rutland Hospital, supported by community services and diagnostic facilities. The Trust delivers emergency care, surgery, maternity, medical services, specialist treatment and laboratory support to a large and diverse population. As an NHS foundation trust, it combines public-service responsibilities with a focus on clinical quality, patient safety, research, service improvement and staff development. Employees work in multidisciplinary teams and benefit from NHS employment terms, professional training opportunities, pension arrangements and nationally recognised career pathways. The Trust’s pathology services support diagnosis and treatment across hospital and community settings, making laboratory management an important part of safe and effective patient care.

Working in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom offers opportunities in healthcare, biomedical science, engineering, technology, finance and education, with major employment centres in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cambridge and other regional cities. British culture is diverse and generally values privacy, punctuality, fairness and professional communication. Lifestyle choices range from busy urban living to quieter coastal and rural communities, although housing and transport costs vary considerably. International applicants normally need a visa, commonly the Skilled Worker visa, and must meet eligibility, salary, English-language and sponsorship requirements. NHS employers may sponsor suitable overseas candidates, but sponsorship is not guaranteed for every vacancy. Relocating involves arranging accommodation, a National Insurance number, banking, healthcare registration and possibly professional recognition through UK regulators such as the HCPC. The UK has good public transport, though commuting costs can be high. Weather is changeable, and joining local professional networks can help newcomers settle and progress.