To supervise and organise the technical diagnostic services within sections of the Biochemistry Department. To undertake both routine and complex analytical techniques to maintain service provision, to undertake specific designated managerial duties as required and to ensure that current accreditation standards are adhered to throughout. To be an efficient and flexible member of the Biochemistry laboratory team providing a high-quality diagnostic service through scientific and technical activities commensurate with the training and education of a Specialist Biomedical Scientist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). To maintain competence to practice and to improve professional expertise through engagement in Continuous Professional Development (CPD). To work within the written Policies and Procedures of the Department especially in relation to Health and Safety and Quality. The post holder will be expected to be prepared to work flexibly and maintain competencies to a standard required to enable them to work, or cover during periods of unplanned leave or sickness, on the Out of Hours rota which includes participation in a shift pattern with early, late, weekend, and Bank Holiday shifts as required. The main base will be as above, but work may be required at any site within NMCPS The University Hospital of North Midlands, Mid Cheshire and East Cheshire NHS Trusts are working collaboratively to form a Pathology network in line with a NHSI directive.