Principal Clinical Scientist

The Principal Clinical Scientist will provide leadership and expertise in developing and implementing clinical and reference service delivery, surveillance and a programme of research for antiviral resistances to Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) and other viruses causing chronic infections where antivirals may be used for clinical management. The Principal Clinical Scientist will provide scientific expertise and project management support to the Unit Head, Antiviral Unit (AVU) for its clinical and reference activities and relevant major grant-funded projects. They will ensure effective and timely delivery and advice on clinical, reference, specialist and research activities within remit., Strategy and Leadership

• Provide effective scientific leadership to implementation and provision of end-to-end services for antiviral resistance within AVU
• Maximise efficient and flexible use of resources for LEAN service delivery
• Plan, develop, implement and direct with Unit Head a long-term strategy and programme of research for the specialist area
• Adopt new technologies and quality innovations to maximise the effectiveness of AVU clinical and reference services
Other Managerial Within defined specialist areas to support Unit Head by undertaking the following functions as required:
• Participate in Virus Reference Department (VRD) Senior Management Team meetings and in higher level meetings
• Develop professional/management expertise by undertaking further appropriate training
• Support career and professional development of staff within the team
• Manage staff, conduct staff appraisals of direct reports and manage performance issues
• Ensure provision of a safe working environment for all staff and visitors
• Contribute to maintaining a high profile for specialisms amongst key stakeholders in the UK and abroad
• Help to maintain lab accreditation e.g. with UK Accreditation Service (UKAS) or its successors and other agreed national/international standards
• Act as an advisor and a source of expert and specialist information for the Unit and UKHSA and deputise for Unit Head
  
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