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Job overview
To maintain and develop systems and applications within the Blood sciences Laboratories under the guidance of the Biochemistry Laboratory Manager and Senior Analyst/Programmer.
Members of the LIMS IT Support team provide user and system support, covering the diagnostic laboratories of OUH. Liaising further afield with colleagues across the South 4 Pathology Partnership. The post holder will play a supporting role within the structure to ensure service continuity and development.
The post-holders will be self-motivated team players with a positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills and a methodical approach to tasks. As members of the team, they will demonstrate a high level of technical knowledge and diagnostic skills.
Main duties of the job
- As part of the team provide Day to Day support of the Winpath enterprise (WPE) laboratory system. As part of on call system endure lab operational capability 24/7 across multiple departments.
- Work closely with the EPR team to manage changes in WPE and EPR.
- Assist with statistical analysis, data collection, and audit support.
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Day to Day support of the Winpath enterprise (WPE) laboratory system.
- Work closely with the EPR team to manage changes in WPE and EPR.
- Maintain accurate documentation of laboratory IT systems.
- Maintain knowledge of SQL language development.
- Assist with statistical analysis, data collection, and audit support.
- Perform other tasks as designated.
- PLEASE NOTE: 'Previous applicants need not apply'
- Please see attached job description
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Person specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of SQL & Messaging
- Ability to troubleshoot complex issues
Desirable
- Experience of Lab and Hospital EPR systems
- Experience with GP electronic ordering systems
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in computer science or equivalent.
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This advert is for Systems Analyst/Programmer with Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in John Radcliffe Hospital. It is listed as a Band 6 Analyst role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 per annum. The contract type is Permanent: Some out of hours commitment.. The application deadline is 18 Sep 2026.
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