Responsible for operational delivery of the cellular pathology service in conjunction with Senior and Lead BMS Colleagues Provide day to day management of allocated sections within the laboratory, leading and supervising the team that work in that section Responsible for providing the routine and specialist cellular pathology service for UHSussex East Responsible for Health and Safety activities within the department, including Risk Assessments, COSHH forms, audits and staff training. To undertake manual, and automated laboratory investigations on a rotational basis covering all sections within these areas To manage the workflow of the section including ensuring the optimal usage of other staff assigned to the section. Participate in all aspects of routine Histology on a daily basis, including biopsy cut up, microtomy, embedding, special stains, frozen sections and QC Responsible for overseeing routine maintenance on laboratory instrumentation to a high standard, and troubleshooting of malfunctions. In particular, responsibility for any specialist equipment, reagents, etc.
as appropriate to a designated section. Undertakes analytical work by the application of specialist knowledge and experience, in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures To monitor stocks of consumables and reagents, to advise on any deficiencies, and place orders as delegated by the Lead BMS. Critically reviews, prepares, implements and ensures compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and initiates modification as appropriate. Undertakes analytical validation of results produced Validates requests prior to processing for status and suitability.
Undertakes organisation of work in other sections as required. Performs highly complex analysis, and interprets the analysis of quality control samples to ensure accuracy and precision, monitors internal quality control, carrying out any initial corrective action. Performs external quality assurance analysis when required. Monitors internal quality control of all aspects of routine laboratory work.
Takes corrective action as necessary. Co-ordinates External Quality Assessment samples to the scheme organisers. Evaluates results of external quality assurance and initiates remedial action as required. This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route.
Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria.