Laboratory Services Director
Posted 14 hours 42 minutes ago by Cambridge University Hospitals
£91,342 - £105,337 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Executive Jobs
Gloucestershire, Frampton On Severn, United Kingdom, GL2 7AL
Job Description
Main area Division B - Genomics Grade Band 8d Contract Permanent Hours
Job overview Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH) is recruiting an experienced, strategic Laboratory Services Director to lead the operational delivery of the Cambridge Genomics Laboratory - the lead laboratory for the East Genomic Medicine Service (GMS). The East GMS supports genomic testing and laboratory services for 29 NHS Trusts across the East Midlands and the East of England, underpinning patient care at scale and enabling the next generation of precision medicine.
Reporting to the East GMS Director of Operations, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary senior leadership team covering clinical engagement, growth and capacity management, operational delivery, data and digital, and wider corporate functions. The remit extends beyond day-to-day management: you will collaborate closely with research and innovation partners and manage a dedicated service development team to implement change, embed new ways of working and support continuous improvement in a fast-moving and highly strategic environment.
Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for the operational management of the Cambridge University Hospitals Genomics Laboratory, the lead laboratory of the East Genomic Medicine Service. The postholder will manage the overall delivery and development of the NHS clinical testing services for cancer, haematology-oncology, rare disease and population health. The postholder will ensure that all service and operational KPIs are met and close relationships with service users are maintained. The post holder will have a key role in working with the GMS Director of Operations and GMS Clinical Director to develop the strategic direction of the service. The post holder will have budget authority for the service and work with the GMS Director of Operations to monitor the financial performance of the laboratory The postholder will have oversight over contracted testing services across the East GMS region. Operational management of these services will remain with the host organisation and not be part of the postholder's responsibility. In addition, the post holder will provide leadership and expert management advice and will interact and liaise with a wide range of multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, including Consultants and other Clinicians, Clinical Scientists, technologists, and other healthcare providers and managers. To fulfil this role effectively, the post holder will be required to maintain a complete understanding of the delivery of genomic laboratory services.
Working for our organisation Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
This vacancy will close at midnight on the 1st February 2026
Interviews are due to be held on 9th February 2026
Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and fromCambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person specification Qualifications
- Full time
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Home or remote working
Job overview Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH) is recruiting an experienced, strategic Laboratory Services Director to lead the operational delivery of the Cambridge Genomics Laboratory - the lead laboratory for the East Genomic Medicine Service (GMS). The East GMS supports genomic testing and laboratory services for 29 NHS Trusts across the East Midlands and the East of England, underpinning patient care at scale and enabling the next generation of precision medicine.
Reporting to the East GMS Director of Operations, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary senior leadership team covering clinical engagement, growth and capacity management, operational delivery, data and digital, and wider corporate functions. The remit extends beyond day-to-day management: you will collaborate closely with research and innovation partners and manage a dedicated service development team to implement change, embed new ways of working and support continuous improvement in a fast-moving and highly strategic environment.
Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for the operational management of the Cambridge University Hospitals Genomics Laboratory, the lead laboratory of the East Genomic Medicine Service. The postholder will manage the overall delivery and development of the NHS clinical testing services for cancer, haematology-oncology, rare disease and population health. The postholder will ensure that all service and operational KPIs are met and close relationships with service users are maintained. The post holder will have a key role in working with the GMS Director of Operations and GMS Clinical Director to develop the strategic direction of the service. The post holder will have budget authority for the service and work with the GMS Director of Operations to monitor the financial performance of the laboratory The postholder will have oversight over contracted testing services across the East GMS region. Operational management of these services will remain with the host organisation and not be part of the postholder's responsibility. In addition, the post holder will provide leadership and expert management advice and will interact and liaise with a wide range of multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, including Consultants and other Clinicians, Clinical Scientists, technologists, and other healthcare providers and managers. To fulfil this role effectively, the post holder will be required to maintain a complete understanding of the delivery of genomic laboratory services.
Working for our organisation Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
This vacancy will close at midnight on the 1st February 2026
Interviews are due to be held on 9th February 2026
Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:
- applied for a Graduate visa
- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment
- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and fromCambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person specification Qualifications
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathology FRCPath in appropriate discipline or PhD or equivalent level experience
- Honours degree or equivalent in an appropriate scientific subject
- Management qualification or equivalent level of experience
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Registration as a Clinical Scientist with the HCPC
- Significant experience of leadership and line management of teams
- Comprehensive knowledge of all areas within a Clinical Diagnostic Genomics Service
- Significant experience of working at a senior level to deliver specialist diagnostic services
- Experience in providing a key role at local and national level in professional activities, working and advisory groups
- Evidence of successful operational and business planning
- Experience of leading and managing change to improve service delivery
- To have developed expertise in one or more specialised clinical areas and have a track record of achievements in specialist area
- Ability to supervise and train others in aspects of the diagnostic work
- Experience in analysing interpreting and reporting complex genomic test results
- Experience of development, validation and introduction of new techniques into clinical practice
- Up to date knowledge of national professional and NHS guidelines in relation to provision and quality of genomic services
- Knowledge of UKAS ISO15189 standards and quality management systems and ability to monitor their complianceGood knowledge of financial management and procurement
- Good knowledge of personnel and management issues
- Knowledge of Health & Safety issues
- Advanced level of knowledge across the full range of working procedures and practices involved in the diagnosis and monitoring of genomic conditions, including knowledge sufficient to act as an expert in specialist area
- Skill in managing, delivering and initiating projects across a wide range of services
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Computer literate and ability to understand and use genomic IT tools and software and to analyse genomic data
- Experience and proven ability to manage laboratory operations
- Able to conduct audit of services and take corrective actions
- Ability to conduct performance appraisals
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent . click apply for full job details