Job summary
Applications are invited from enthusiastic and forward-thinking Chemical Pathologist to join our team of 0.2 WTE Chemical Pathologist, two Consultant Clinical Scientists, six Principal, three Senior and two STP trainee Clinical Scientists. This is a replacement post and the successful candidate must work well as a team and be keen to drive improvements to the clinical service.
North Midlands and Cheshire Pathology Services (NMCPS) formed in 2020 as a collaboration between University Hospital of North Midlands (UHNM), Mid Cheshire and East Cheshire NHS Trusts (MCHT). UHNM is the host provider of the network. All laboratories are UKAS accredited and provide a comprehensive range of biochemistry tests including protein electrophoresis, mass spectrometry and molecular genetics.
Main duties
The successful applicant will be based at one site, which is flexible and can be agreed on appointment, with some cross‑site working required. Flexible working, including home working, is supported.
Lipid clinics are provided at MCHT and UHNM physically and virtually by the current post holders. The department is exploring opportunities to develop a robust, efficient and forward‑thinking service through partnership working across the wider network. There are opportunities to link with teams in nutrition, diabetes, endocrinology and with GP services across multiple ICBs and a future vision to develop Chemical Pathologist training opportunities.
Research, teaching and training are strong attributes of our department. We are involved in leading and supporting a number of clinical trials; some members of the team have dedicated PAs in the R&D department. You will be encouraged to support educational activities within the department, the Trust and more widely in the local universities. Members of our team are honorary lecturers at Manchester and Keele universities. A training budget will be provided in addition to a number of learning opportunities in place locally. The department supports HSST, STP and FY1 trainees and is keen to explore supporting more medical trainees with the support of the post holder.
The start date could be postponed for a good candidate awaiting completion of CCT.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke‑on‑Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and are highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role. The Trust offers a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected.
Job details
* Date posted: 31 December 2025
* Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
* Grade: Consultant
* Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year (PA pro rata)
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full‑time, Flexible working
* Reference number: 205‑7462792‑A
* Job locations: Royal Stoke Hospital, Newcastle Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QG
Responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details regarding this post.
Person Specification – Qualifications (Essential)
* MBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualification.
* FRCPath or equivalent qualification in Clinical Biochemistry.
* Full registration (with a licence to practice) with the GMC.
* Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via one of the following: Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) for Chemical Pathology (proposed CCT date within 6 months of interview) or Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration Portfolio Pathway (formerly CESR) for Chemical Pathology.
Person Specification – Qualifications (Desirable)
* Higher Medical Degree PhD/MD
* Recognised teaching skills course / medical education qualification.
Person Specification – Experience & Training (Essential)
* Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in biochemistry.
* Significant experience in the organisation and delivery of a clinical biochemistry service.
* Experience of delivering training programmes & presentations to various levels of staff.
Person Specification – Experience & Training (Desirable)
* Experience in obesity clinics.
* Publications in relevant peer‑reviewed journals in the last five years.
* Experience in the provision of diagnosis and management of patients with lipid disorders.
* Experience in provision of metabolic medicine clinics.
* Evidence of audit and implementation of change following the audit.
* Evidence of having undertaken original research.
* Evidence of specialist interest in other clinical areas.
* Experience of working across boundaries to develop networks with key stakeholders.
Person Specification – Personal Qualities (Essential)
* Positive mindset in respect of supporting organisational change, learning and continuous improvement.
* Effective interpersonal and intrapersonal skills, including a high degree of self‑awareness and self‑regulation.
* Takes responsibility and is accountable for delivering agreed objectives.
* Consistently professional, collaborative and compassionate in their approach.
* Works with patients and people at the fore – operates to a customer service ethos.
* Acts to support and enable effective teamwork.
* Delivers work of consistent and predictable high quality.
* Requires frequent prolonged concentration.
* Emotionally resilient; may be exposed to distressing circumstances.
* Ability to travel to and work across multiple sites.
* Demonstrates leadership behaviours: willingness, humility, curiosity, self‑discipline, perseverance.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Royal Stoke Hospital, Newcastle Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QG
Website: https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk
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