LIMS Project Manager

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Project Manager to lead the implementation and upgrade of our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) within the Pathology Directorate.

Working closely with pathology services, digital teams, clinical leaders, suppliers and external stakeholders, you will be responsible for delivering this complex programme of work within agreed timescales, budget and quality standards. You will ensure robust governance, risk management and stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle while supporting compliance with relevant standards including ISO 15189.

Main duties of the job

Lead the planning, implementation and delivery of the Pathology LIMS project.

Coordinate workstreams and manage project dependencies, risks and issues.

Develop and maintain project plans, reporting systems and governance documentation.

Work closely with pathology teams, digital colleagues, suppliers and external stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.

Monitor milestones, benefits realisation and project performance, escalating issues where appropriate.

Lead project meetings and provide comprehensive reports to programme boards, directorate meetings and senior stakeholders.

Support data migration, system integration and information governance requirements.

Develop and implement project-related standard operating procedures.

Provide project management guidance, training and support to colleagues involved in the programme.

Ensure programmes and documentation support compliance with ISO 15189 and MHRA requirements.

About us

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:

• Compassion
• Accountability
• Respect
• Excellence

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.

Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description for a more detailed overview of main responsibilities. This role's key focus will be the implementation of the new LIMS system.

Person specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent level of work experience
• Project or Programme Management Qualification such as PRINCE2 (Practitioner) or equivalent experience
• Understanding of NHS diagnostics, including systems and processes.
• Experience of project management including planning, implementation and report writing

Desirable

• Understanding of the requirements of ISO15189 and MHRA

Skills

Essential

• Ability to understand, interpret and analyse highly complex issues, thinking analytically and strategically.
• Ability to understand, interpret and analyse highly complex issues, thinking analytically and strategically
• Project management skills (MSP)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working effectively with clinical and non-clinical colleagues to achieve tangible outcomes
• Relevant experience working in an NHS or complex multisite organisation

Desirable

• Proven management and IT experience
• Experience in IT communications
• Several years' experience in laboratory or healthcare setting