Advanced Biomedical Scientist Section Manager

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Advanced Biomedical Scientist Section Manager

The closing date is 26 March 2026

Band 7 Biomedical Scientist - Section Leader

Take charge in our brand-new laboratory in Prince Charles Hospital, featuring the latest Roche technology.

There is an opporunity to;

• Diversify your skills in Special Chemistry and Protein Sections.
• Be instrumental in the development of new/less experienced staff.
• Shape the future of diagnostics in a cutting-edge environment.

Apply now and take your leadership to the next level!

Main duties of the job

Manage daily laboratory operations, including staff, resources and specialized technical services in automation.

Supervise, train staff, resolve issues, and ensure quality assurance standards are met.

Reporting on performance to senior management and working independently adhering to broad policies and procedures.

Welsh Skills Desirable

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' in the documents right at the bottom.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy Our Health, Our Future focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

• Be able to lead others
• Be able to troubleshoot problems with analysers
• Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above

Qualifications

• MSc and specialist knowledge in Biochemistry
• HCPC Registration
• Management Qualification

Experience

• Experience at a Specialist Level in Biochemistry

Values

• Be aware and follow the CTM UHB values and behaviours

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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