Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join North Midlands and Cheshire Pathology Service (NMCPS) Infection Sciences department. We welcome applicants with CCT in either Microbiology or joint Microbiology and Infectious diseases. The appointee will be part of a team of four Consultant Microbiologists based at Royal Stoke University Hospital (University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust) and a Consultant Microbiologists based at Mid Cheshire NHS Foundation Trust who collectively provide a comprehensive clinical Microbiology / ID service to the Trusts served by the NMCPS.
The post is a full-time post which has an allocation of 11.5 PAs (including on call) and category B rating (5%) for out of hours work. Whilst the post is offered on a full-time basis the Trust would welcome discussion with individuals looking for a more flexible working pattern to support a different work life balance.
Main duties of the job
The clinical microbiology duties are well organised and there are several ward rounds/ MDTs each week. The Trusts have robust IP and AMS teams in which microbiologists/ ID physicians actively involved. Clinical microbiology is supported by a well-equipped modern automated laboratory and highly skilled technical team. The laboratory is fully accredited by UKAS accreditation against ISO 15189 and participates in all relevant EQA schemes.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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The division welcomes applicants who wish to seek further information or visit. Please contact the following to arrange a visit or for an informal discussion:
Dr Seema Desai; Consultant Microbiologist; UHNM on 01782 674276 or e-mail [email protected]
Dr Angus McGregor; NMCPS Medical Director, on 07928 659767or via e-mail [email protected]
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This advert is for Consultant Microbiologist with University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust in Stoke On Trent, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Infectious Diseases role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569 pa. The contract type is Permanent: 10 sessions per week (1.32 additional PAs). The application deadline is 05 Jul 2026.
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