Andrology Laboratory Manager

Overview

Job title: Andrology Laboratory Manager at Hammersmith Hospital

We are offering a fantastic opportunity to join our friendly and dedicated team at the Hammersmith Hospital site. The role involves handling a wide range of cases and applying cutting edge analytical techniques in the Andrology service, while overseeing day-to-day operational management of the staff. The successful applicant should ensure awareness and compliance with HFEA guidelines and deliver a diagnostic service that maintains UKAS accreditation, with an emphasis on efficient and effective patient care for men with infertility.

The candidate should have a recognised management qualification or suitable proven experience managing laboratory sections or a department, with excellent interpersonal skills. A postgraduate degree or equivalent in biomedical science and HCPC registration with a firm scientific knowledge base and practical skills in biomedical sciences are essential. The role offers opportunities for personal and professional development within NWLP. Please contact us to discuss terms and conditions of the role.

• To be responsible for the daily management of a laboratory department and its staff within the Pathology Directorate and deliver an autonomous clinical technical service for Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
• Delegated responsibility to inform and implement strategic developments within their team.
• Delegated management of resources and service delivery, which is closely monitored.
• Manage the maintenance of robust systems of clinical governance in place for all teams in their area.
• Manage delegated elements of staffing budgets and hold signatory status on behalf of their line manager.
• Represent Pathology and the Trust for issues relating to their area of responsibility, including working with outside agencies.

Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. Available benefits include Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan, or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

The NWLP induction runs on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training for relevant roles. All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week. For 2025/26 start dates, see below (you can book after pre-employment checks):

Monday 2 March 2026
• Monday 13 April 2026
• Monday 11 May 2026
• Monday 1 June 2026
• Monday 6 July 2026
• Monday 3 August 2026
• Monday 7 September 2026
• Monday 5 October 2026
• Monday 2 November 2026
• Monday 7 December 2026

Date posted: 27 January 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 8a

Salary: £64,156 to £71,148 a year pa inclusive

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 290-NWLP-375

Job locations: Hammersmith Hospital, London W12 0HS

The job description provides an overview of key tasks and the person specification outlines qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert for full details.

• Education
  • HCPC Registration, MSc or FIBMS
  • Recognised management qualification or suitable proven and relevant experience managing laboratory sections or departments at supervisory or managerial level
• Skills/Abilities
  • Ability to manage staff in the laboratory
  • Able to maintain intense periods of concentration
  • Knowledge of current trends in Pathology provision including presentation and negotiation skills
  • Good hand-eye coordination
  • Ability to make decisions on behalf of the department involving complex issues
• Experience
  • Experience of training Biomedical Scientists; high level of knowledge of all aspects of the specialist subject
  • Experience of performing staff appraisals
  • Experience of managing staff performance, attendance and disciplinary investigations
  • Evidence of previous budget management experience
• Desirable
  • Chartered Scientist status
  • Ability to carry out research and development projects

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and may require a Disclosure to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. See UK Visas and Immigration for details. UK- and overseas-record checks guidance may apply.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers for more information.

Employer details: North West London Pathology, Hammersmith Hospital, London, W12 0HS
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