Scientist Work, Jobs in Solihull, Wmd (with Salaries)

Associate Director of Biology & DNA (Coventry or Norwich)
Key Forensic Services —Coventry
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- Quality control
- Organisational skills
- Employee assistance programme
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Senior / Trainee Biomedical Scientist, Dissector
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust —Coventry
- £39,959 - £56,515 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Hospital
- Quality control
Crop Protection Scientist (Cereals & Oilseeds)
Agriculture & Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) —Coventry
- £38,000 - £42,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Clinical Embryologist – 15 Month Fixed Term Contract
Circle Health Group —Birmingham
- Up to £50,400 a year
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Customer service
- Bachelor's degree
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
Senior Decision Scientist
Lovey —Birmingham
- £70,000 - £80,000 a year
- Full-time
- SQL
- Machine learning
- Analytics
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Senior Biomedical Scientist-Training Lead
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust —Wolverhampton
- £49,387 - £56,515 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Research
- Training & development
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Advanced Technician - Materials
The Manufacturing Technology Centre —Coventry
- £30,000 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- First Aid Certification
- Manufacturing
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Underwriting Data Scientist
NFU Mutual —Stratford-upon-Avon
- Up to £70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Analytics
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
2d
Lead Data Scientist
Gymshark —Solihull
- Hybrid work
- Machine learning
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
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Science Technician
Brownhills Ormiston Academy —Walsall
- £20,491.94 - £20,815.77 a year
- School
- Time management
- Employee discount
Science Technician
Ormiston Academies Trust —Walsall
- £20,491.94 - £20,815.77 a year
- Full-time
- School
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- Employee discount
Clinical Scientist
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust —Birmingham
- £49,387 - £56,515 a year
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Communication skills
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SCC —Birmingham
- Monday to Friday
- Hybrid work
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Associate Director - Water Quality Scientist
AtkinsRéalis —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
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KPMG —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
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AECOM —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mentoring
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Associate Director of Biology & DNA (Coventry or Norwich)

Key Forensic Services -
Coventry

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Job details

Full-time

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

Biology
Technical project or programme management experience
Data analysis skills
Quality assurance
Quality control
Organisational skills
Budgeting
Training & development
AI
Project leadership
Leadership
Project management experience
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

KFS are one of the leading forensic providers in the UK. We pride ourselves on delivering a quality service and building strong working relationships with our customer base. Our team of forensic scientists are experienced in the interpretation and reporting of a wide range of evidence types in support of criminal investigations.

We are passionate about supporting the Criminal Justice system and want to hear from potential employees who share that same passion.

Please read the requirements of the job carefully as your application will be measured against them. Please ensure you have the experience we are looking for. This is a specialist role and as such we will only shortlist those with the relevant experience and attributes.

Position:

This is a senior, diverse and challenging leadership role. The role holder will support Directors in the delivery and improvement of high quality and timely forensic biology and DNA services to the UK Criminal Justice System. They will have oversight and senior management responsibility across all biology and DNA operations, research and development teams. They will be responsible for supporting Directors in developing and delivering the KFS Strategic Plan for biology and DNA services.

Responsibilities

Provide exemplary, leadership and direction to the KFS biology and DNA teams
Work closely with Directors to develop and maintain the KFS Strategic Plan and quality improvement roadmap for biology and DNA. Deliver corporate objectives in line with business strategy
Horizon scan and harness new technologies including automation and AI capability to drive scientific endeavour, business efficiency and profitability
Work closely with the KFS Quality and Compliance Team to ensure biology and DNA processes, quality control and quality assurance systems are fully documented and comply with international quality standards and the Forensic Science Regulator Code
Develop and implement the annual biology and DNA budget and present detailed and robust business cases to facilitate access to capital expenditure for key projects
Working closely with colleagues in ICT and other business support functions to deliver timely and effective business solutions.
Ensure that biology and DNA projects are managed efficiently and effectively to achieve key business targets and commercial KPIs
Work with local managers and HR to devise and implement robust training and continuing professional development programmes
Where required, lead engagements with key stakeholders such as police customers, UKAS, Blue Light Commercial, Home Office and the Forensic Science Regulator
Work closely with key sub-contractors to ensure quality of service provision is maintained for KFS clients
Represent KFS biology and DNA teams at corporate meetings, including the presentation of performance updates against key quality KPIs.

Requirements:

Requirements

Exceptional people and project leadership skills
High level of professional integrity, strong work ethic
Strategic and logical thinker focused on providing robust but agile business solutions
Strong commercial acumen & track record
Quality driven with an excellent attention to detail
Customer focused, flexible and proactive, willing to take on new tasks at short notice to support operational performance
Experience in management and delivery of technical projects
Able to devise and manage project budgets
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Outstanding communication skills, able to commune at all levels

The role holder will be based on the Coventry or Norwich site and will be expected to work from site on a full-time basis, with occasional attendance at other sites, business meetings and conferences.

Qualifications/Experience

A minimum of 10 years’ experience and a strong track record in working within a technical and highly regulated sector
Experience in a senior leadership role is highly desirable
A degree or vocational qualification in biology/DNA or a related discipline
An in-depth knowledge and understanding of biological and DNA analyses
Experience of working to international quality standards
Data analysis skills and experience of automated systems would be an advantage

Other information:

Terms & Conditions

Salary – Competitive

Hours – 37 per week

Holidays – 25 days per annum plus statutory holidays (pro rated) if applicable

Pension – Contributory

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Retailer discounts

Location: Coventry or Norwich

IN ORDER TO PASS OUR STRINGENT SECURITY VETTING YOU MUST HAVE RESIDED IN THE UK FOR THE PREVIOUS 5 YEARS FROM THE DATE OF YOUR APPLICATION. WE CANNOT CONSIDER APPLICANTS THAT HAVE NOT LIVED IN THE UK FOR THE PREVIOUS 5 YEARS AND YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY REJECTED.PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE A VALID RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK DOCUMENT BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION

KFS is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and each employee feels respected and able to give of their best. One of our goals is to work within an environment free from discrimination, harassment and prejudice. We aim to embed this in all of our recruitment and selection policies, procedures and practices.

The closing date for this position is 25 August 2026 at 17:30 but we reserve the right to end the vacancy earlier if we find enough suitable applicants to progress to the next stage. Please note: due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you have not heard back from us within 4 weeks of the closing date please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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