Band 8a - Morphology EQA Lead Scientist, UK NEQAS
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Watford, WD18 8YXView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£59,798 to £67,020
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
5 October 2026
7 days leftJob description
We are seeking an enthusiastic and adaptable HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist to provide senior scientific and operational leadership for our Morp...
You will lead and coordinate the day-to-day operation of the Morphology EQA service, including programmes covering morphology, parasitology, rapid diagnostic testing (RDT), haemosiderin and digital morphology.
The role includes line management and staff development; specialist teaching in microscopy and morphology; analysis and interpretation of EQA data; investigation of complex participant queries; preparation and review of performance reports; validation of new techniques, methods, equipment and survey materials; and contribution to service development.
You will work with relevant manufacturers, suppliers, Scheme Advisors and subject matter experts on technical issues and service developments and contribute to Scientific Advisory Groups, specialist working groups and national/international activities.
- Providing senior scientific and operational leadership for morphology EQA programmes, including morphology, parasitology, rapid diagnostic testing (RDT), haemosiderin and digital morphology.
- Deputising for the Haematology Service Manager within the specialist portfolio and supporting wider service delivery as required.
- Line managing, training and assessing the competency of EQA Scientists and support staff, including providing specialist teaching in microscopy and morphology.
- Coordinating preparation, testing and distribution of survey material and verification of participant-generated data.
- Analysing EQA data and interpreting participant performance.
- Investigating complex participant queries and performance trends.
- Validating new techniques, methods, equipment and survey materials.
- Authoring, reviewing and maintaining SOPs and controlled documents.
- Investigating non-conformances, quality incidents and complaints and contributing to CAPA.
- Supporting service development, reporting/analytics, digital morphology developments and IT validation.
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contactwestherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Education and qualifications: :
Essential
- Degree or equivalent professional qualification.
- MSc, FIBMS Special in Haematology or equivalent qualification.
- Current HCPC registration.
- Evidence of active participation in CPD.
Desirable
- Management or leadership qualification.
- Formal training or demonstrable experience in quality management, EQA assessment, performance assessment or data analysis.
Knowledge: :
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of blood film and bone marrow morphology, parasitology, cytochemical staining theory and practice, rapid diagnostic testing and digital morphology.
- A comprehensive understanding of laboratory quality management systems and quality assurance principles.
- Knowledge of staff management and the capability to handle conflict resolution.
- A comprehensive understanding of the role of EQA and performance assessment within laboratory medicine.
- Basic statistical knowledge including analysis of data sets and measures of central tendency.
Desirable
- Knowledge of project management.
- Knowledge of laboratory haematology theory and practice, including the principles of operation of automated haematology systems.
- Knowledge of intermediate to advanced statistics.
Experience: :
Essential
- Extensive senior-level experience in laboratory haematology, with specialist knowledge and experience of microscopy and morphology.
- Experience of staff management and supervision.
- Experience of the use of laboratory information or data management systems
- Experience of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Desirable
- Experience in EQA service provision.
- Experience in practical research and development projects or project management.
- Experience in report writing and/or oral presentations.
- Experience in conflict resolution.
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First seen
21 September 2026
Last checked
23 September 2026
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