JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Head Central Services Unit
POST REF: 12P/0095
The Pirbright Institute, an institute of the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), is a unique national center that works to enhance the UK capability to contain, control, and eliminate viral diseases of animals through its highly innovative fundamental and applied bioscience. We thereby support the competitiveness of UK livestock and poultry producers, and improve the quality of life of both animals and people. The Pirbright Institute is currently situated on two campuses, Pirbright Laboratory in Surrey and Compton Laboratory in Berkshire. The process of transferring Compton Laboratory activities to Pirbright is underway.
LOCATION
This post is based at Pirbright
PURPOSE
The Central Services Unit resides as part of the Engineering and Estates function and services specific scientific support activities. In this post the Head of the CSU reports directly to the Head of Engineering and Estates and this post directly line manage operations staff in the CSU to perform support functions. Pirbright Institute Engineering and Estates department consists of 50+ multidisciplinary staff employing skills and expertise to support some 400 scientific and operations staff across two sites (Compton near Newbury and
Pirbright near Woking).
The post holder will be expected to manage a strategic change programme that will see the Unit transition into new facilities whilst managing and developing staff to ensure that daily operations of the Central Services Unit are achieved. The Head will have an operations based deputy who will report to this post holder. The Institute is building a new CL2 laboratory to service 90 scientific and support staff. Part of this facility will house a monoclonal antibody production unit and the post holder will be expected to transition the current unit based at Compton to Pirbright. The Head will be expected to integrate all the Units activities to service the two new facilities and ensure that staff are cross-trained in all the functions of the unit. The Head will have overall financial delegation and be expected to manage a budget.
ORGANISATION POSITION
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (INC %AGES)
Responsible for General Operations duties, which will include:
Overview the strategic implementation of support services for scientists including tissue culture, monoclonal antibody production, glass wash and sterilisation services.
Lead a multi-disciplinary team consisting of science services (media and tissue culture) and domestic staff (Glass wash, cleaners and laundry) Manage science requirement for cell banks, cell cultures and cell supplies Manage cell production for surveillance and diagnostic activities, including
the production of Bovine Thyroid (BTY) cells. Manage the supply of media.
Manage a budget and procurement activities
Management of the Clinical Waste Programme within the main restricted area
Management of the restricted area cleaning, bathroom and laundry facilities (CBL)
80%
Responsible for Quality Assurance, which will include:
Lead the CSU Quality assurance programme and work with QA department to ensure the maintenance of Quality Standards (Iso 9001) for the
management of media and cell culture systems affecting science/research programs and bio-containment/bio-safety systems
Develop and implement documented QA processes for: CSU activities affecting science/research programs and
bio-containment/bio-safety systems
Review QA documentation as required and implement change control Establishing a process to ensure (where necessary to ensure valid results)
maintenance, monitoring and measuring equipment is calibrated or verified at specified intervals or prior to use (determined by process criticality) against measurement standards traceable to national and/or international measurement standards
15%
Health and Safety responsibilities
Developing and mentoring staff as required
Pro-active engagement with science users and senior managers
5% Dr Michael Johnson
Head Engineering and Estates Head of Unit (Vacant)
Deputy Head of Unit- Operations Manager Vacant
Cell production 2 posts
Media Production 1 vacant post
Glass wash and Autoclaves 2 posts
ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the Human Resources Division and The Pirbright Institute.
All employees shall actively participate in the Institute- wide quality assurance system in conjunction with the Institute’s Quality Manager. Employees are also expected to safeguard their own health and safety and security by following policies and all employees are responsible for the Health and Safety and security of staff under their management.
BENEFITS OF THE POST
The post is graded at a Band E and is an indefinite contract. The salary is £33,780 - £37,534 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This is a Full Time role of 37 hour week, Monday to Friday. On appointment, you are eligible to join the Research Council’s Pension Scheme. You have the choice of either:
An attractive, career average, defined benefit pension scheme. The bulk of the cost of this scheme is met by the employer: or
A partnership pension with a contribution from the employer. Our basic contribution is based on your age, and we pay this regardless of whether you choose to contribute anything. You do not have to contribute if you do not wish to but, if you do, we will also match your contributions up to an additional 3% of pay.
You are entitled to receive a Pirbright Living Allowance of £3000 per annum. Please note this allowance is pensionable but not reckonable for annual pay award or promotion and is a discretionary payment which can be withdrawn or reduced by management.
Annual leave is 27 days on appointment plus 10.5 days public and privilege holidays. The Institute has a subsidised child care scheme, staff restaurant and free parking.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Any offer of employment will be subject to security screening, health clearance and references.
Closing date: 06 February 2013
Interview to be held on: TBC
HOW TO APPLY
It is an Institute policy to use an online application form, please ensure that you complete an application form as CVs will not be accepted as a standalone.
To request an application form or for further details, please contact HR at the Pirbright Institute at [email protected], and state the job title and reference number given (Head of CSU – 12P/0095).
PERSON SPECIFICATION (QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE)
SELECTION CRITERIA ESSENTIAL/
DESIRABLE
TESTED AT Qualifications and Experience
(educational, occupational)
Degree or equivalent (science degree desirable) E SIFT Experience in an industry based, hospital or academic based
environment in autoclaves and/or tissue culture and media production
E SIFT
Vocational training courses such as auditing, report writing, international quality standards, quality management systems and variousISO standards
E SIFT
Knowledgeable about international standards such as the BS 7799 Information Security Management System standards, ISO 14001 Environmental standards, and ISO 9000 quality management standards
E INTERVIEW
Postgraduate qualification and/or a technical background in sterilisation equipment and/or operation
D SIFT
Demonstrated experience in quality systems or certification from a Quality Management institute or society
D SIFT
Relevant experience in Quality Assurance/Quality Control via final year project work, work shadowing, sponsorship, vacation work or 'year out' placements
D SIFT
Career history in Quality Assurance/Engineering Quality Management
D SIFT
Specific skills
(Communication, presentation, Organisational, Strategic, Confidential, Leadership / Inspirational)
Excellent communicator E INTERVIEW
Good mathematical and numeric skills E INTERVIEW
Proficient interpretation skills for figures, statistics, regulations and policies
E INTERVIEW
Experience in auditing ,report writing international quality standards and quality management systems
D INTERVIEW
Evidence of leadership qualities in a multi-disciplinary environment
D INTERVIEW
Evidence of experience in change management, including the understanding of the key steps involved, influencing, strategic vision and change communication
D INTERVIEW
Evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and
persuasively
D INTERVIEW
Evidence of influencing skills and the ability to manage conflict situations
Personal Skills
(Time Management, Reliability Under Pressure, Decision Making / Problem Solving)
Able to perform different roles E INTERVIEW
Time management skills E INTERVIEW
Ability to delegate E INTERVIEW
Reliability under pressure E INTERVIEW
Decision making and problem solving skills E INTERVIEW Able to investigate, document, and maintain records
accurately
E INTERVIEW
Extremely professional, customer friendly and amenable E INTERVIEW
Management of budgets D INTERVIEW
Special Requirements
Actively seek to maintain and improve Pirbright Institute Bio-security / H&S and Security standards
E INTERVIEW
Actively support the Pirbright Institute Quality Management System
E INTERVIEW
Help to promote the Pirbright Institute outreach activities by participating in Public Engagement activities
E INTERVIEW
Support the Pirbright Institute Knowledge Exchange & Commercialisation initiatives
E INTERVIEW
Take opportunities to develop professional skills through Continual Professional Development
E INTERVIEW
Capacity to travel extensively within UK, with long hours and occasional overnight stays
D INTERVIEW
Willing to work away from the Office for short periods of time as necessary
D INTERVIEW
Infrequent international travel (PQRs/FATs) as required D INTERVIEW
