This is a hybrid role with a requirement to go into the Filton Office at least once a month.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled specialist to lead a dedicated team responsible for supporting the National Transplant Database with expert guidance on immunogenetics and histocompatibility. In this role, you will ensure the accuracy, integrity, and quality of HLA and sensitisation data by investigating and resolving issues or conflicting information. You will work closely with the Duty Office, Data Services, Database and Applications Development teams, and a wide range of internal and external stakeholders—providing clear scientific interpretation and advice using your expert knowledge. The role also includes participation in the on‑call rota to support the organ allocation process, quality assurance of HLA data, and the investigation and reporting of allocation incidents.
Main duties of the job
In This Role You Will Be Responsible For
* Undertaking the management of projects relating to the transmission, receipt, management and validation of HLA data, liaising with external and internal users and all areas of the Authority as required to achieve agreed objectives.
* Providing support and basic training to the staff throughout the Authority who may have need to secure a basic understanding of histocompatibility and immunogenetics.
* Consulting with users both internal and external, regarding the development of rule sets for the validation of HLA data input into the National Transplant Database and participate in the validation of data currently held on the database.
* Encouraging and participating in the development of a positive and proactive relationship between the Authority and the transplant community.
* Liaising with the members of the Authority’s Information and Technology Support Services team to ensure that the needs of external users and the Data Executive Section are met with regard to HLA data transmission and processing.
You will be required to travel when needed for meetings.
About You
Experience and Knowledge
* Experience in solid organ H & I laboratory post qualification.
* Previous experience of supervising staff.
* Basic knowledge of IT skills (Word/Excel/basic database interrogation).
Qualifications And Training
* Master’s degree in biomedical science (or equivalent subject/level/experience)
* Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered scientist (those approaching/eligible for HCPC registration will be considered).
* Demonstrate commitment to own Continued Professional Development (CPD).
About Us
It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, you’ll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.
Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do.
By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work – and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.
You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
What We Offer
* Hybrid working.
* Free parking.
* NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.
* 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
* NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions
* We’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
To learn more, please see our recruitment profile, which provides a summary of the job description and person specification. This can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.
This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 15th March.
Interviews are anticipated to be held Week Commencing 30th March – subject to confirmation.
For informal enquiries please contact –
Name: Charlotte Walker
Job Title: Recruiter
Contact Details: Charlotte.Walker@nhsbt.nhs.uk
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