Job Title: Band 8a Laboratory Operations Manager - Infection Sciences Location: Hub Laboratory, Taunton Salary:£53,755 - £60,504 per annum plus performance bonus scheme Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week Are you looking for a rewarding career in a state-of-the-art laboratory, situated in the heart of Somerset, which offers customer centric medical excellence? We have a new and exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Operations Manager with expertise in Infection Sciences available on a full time and permanent basis. We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to demonstrating inclusive leadership to provide a high-quality testing service and are enthusiastic about employee engagement and developing our people. You will have the opportunity to work in a laboratory which takes a leading technological approach with state of the art automated track and analytical systems, including Beckman DxA in Blood Science/Virology, 3rd generation Kiestra TMT system, Bruker MALDI-ToFand Phoenix M50 AST, along with Panther and GenXpert analysers supporting high throughput and rapid access molecular testing. The department supports testing for the local NHS Trust and primary care providers. SYNLAB UK&Ireland have extensive experience of working in partnership with the NHS to deliver and improve pathology services through its existing pathology joint ventures - including Southwest Pathology Services (SPS). Our team at SPS have been fundamental to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare in Somerset for over a decade. We hold ISO15189 UKAS accreditation and are an HCPC approved training Laboratory for Microbiology and Virology, for both IBMS Registration and Specialist Portfolios. In addition to a competitive pay structure, we offer a management team performance bonus of up to 5% of basic pay per year, private health insurance and access to SYNLAB benefits scheme. SPS maintains a comprehensive training budget designed to support the career development of all staff members. This investment ensures that employees have access to the necessary resources and opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge and advance their professional growth. Responsibilities: Reporting to the General Manager and working alongside the Advanced Practitioner for Infection Sciences, you will be accountable for managing workforce, operations, budgetary and strategic planning of the Infection Sciences team to ensure the successful operational delivery of pathology services, in line with our corporate objectives. You will hold HCPC registration as a Biomedical or Clinical Scientist and have previous practical experience working in a pathology laboratory as well as previous management experience. SPS will commit to support you in developing your skills and knowledge in line with your professional growth and our business interests. Most importantly, through our shared values, you will help to make a positive difference to the lives, health and wellbeing of those within our community that we serve. About you: If you have the following qualifications and skills, then we'd love to hear from you: HCPC registration, with post registration experience working within Infection Sciences. MSc, FIBMS, or equivalent experience. Management Qualification equivalent to ILM Level 5 or above (or evidence of equivalent management training). Leadership experience within a scientific laboratory with evidence of extensive people management responsibility.About Us: SYNLAB UK&Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering. We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce We believe our staff are vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways. We promote an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models and facilitate a two-way communication, engage with staff and stakeholders transparently and actively encourage feedback and suggestions. Please note we will be unable to consider international candidates that require sponsorship. Previous unsuccessful candidates need not apply. Please click the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Laboratory Scientist, Biomedical Technician, HCPC Registered Specialist, Biomedical Laboratory Specialist, Laboratory Manager, Laboratory Operations Manager, Laboratory Operations Assistant, Science Operations may also be considered for this role.