Cellular & Infection Sciences Manager

Role summary

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The Cellular & Infection Sciences Manager leads the operational delivery of cellular pathology, microbiology and related diagnostic laboratory services. The role typically requires substantial experience in NHS or healthcare laboratory management, knowledge of UK pathology standards, quality systems and regulatory requirements, and an appropriate scientific or biomedical qualification. Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council may be expected, depending on professional background. The successful candidate will manage staff, budgets, performance, service development and laboratory compliance while working closely with clinicians and senior operational teams. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership, communication and organisational skills, the ability to manage change, and a commitment to patient safety, continuous improvement and timely, accurate diagnostic reporting.

About the employer

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital and community healthcare services across Cambridgeshire and the surrounding area. Its main hospitals include Peterborough City Hospital, Hinchingbrooke Hospital in Huntingdon and Stamford and Rutland Hospital. The Trust delivers emergency and planned care, maternity services, diagnostics, cancer services, outpatient treatment and specialist clinical support for a large and diverse population. As an NHS Foundation Trust, it combines public healthcare delivery with a focus on quality, patient experience, research and service improvement. Its pathology teams support diagnosis and treatment across multiple clinical specialties, working with doctors, nurses, scientists and other healthcare professionals. Employees generally benefit from NHS terms and conditions, pension arrangements, annual leave, professional development opportunities and access to staff wellbeing programmes.

Working in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom offers strong opportunities in healthcare, life sciences, diagnostics, research, technology and public services, particularly around London, Cambridge, Oxford, Manchester and other major regional centres. British workplace culture is generally professional, inclusive and relatively collaborative, with emphasis on punctuality, clear communication and respect for work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from busy cities to quieter market towns and countryside, although housing and transport costs can be high in southern England. Most overseas professionals need immigration permission. Skilled healthcare workers may qualify for the Health and Care Worker visa if their role, employer and salary meet Home Office requirements; registration may also be required for regulated professions. Applicants should check NHS sponsorship, qualification recognition, English-language evidence, visa fees and relocation costs before accepting an offer.