Deputy Head of Stem Cell Laboratory
| Posting date: | 04 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £64,156.00 to £71,148.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £64156.00 - £71148.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 March 2026 |
| Location: | London, SE5 9NY |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9213-26-0220 |
Summary
The role requires advanced specialist knowledge of stem cell biology, underpinned by a broad understanding of related disciplines including immunology, microbiology, and molecular biology, enabling informed scientific and clinical decision-making. Working collaboratively within the Stem Cell Laboratory team, the post holder will uphold the highest standards of quality and governance within this highly regulated environment. The position involves the delivery of complex, scientific procedures requiring advanced technical proficiency, including cryopreservation, flow cytometry, and colony-forming assays. The post holder will contribute to the supervision and continuous improvement of laboratory practice through audit participation, performance monitoring, and the structured training and competency assessment of scientific and support staff within their scope of expertise. They will undertake aseptic processing within a GMP-compliant clean-room environment for service provision and training purposes, as required. Due to the clinical nature of the service, flexibility is essential to accommodate late-running collections and unplanned emergency procedures. The laboratory is transitioning to an extended-hours rota covering seven days per week, and participation in this rota will be expected. For a comprehensive overview of the role, including the full job description and person specification, please refer to the attached JD & PS document.