Nematology Delivery Manager

The role of Nematology Diagnostician (Delivery Manager) will involve working in the Invertebrate Team to manage the statutory potato cyst nematode (PCN) contract, delivery of commercial PCN diagnosis and other nematode diagnosis delivery as required. The post will be in charge of the soil washroom facilities on a day-to-day basis where nematology samples are processed. The work will include both biological and PCR-based testing of a wide variety of plant-parasitic nematode species in support of statutory inspections, surveys, outbreaks, commercial services and R&D projects.

The key purpose of this job will be to ensure delivery of this work through effective work planning and monitoring of adherence to set procedures, in addition to ‘hands on’ delivery. The post holder will also be required to liaise directly with both Plant Health and Seed Inspectors (PHSI) and Defra PH policy.

 The post holder will:

• Manage the PCN statutory contract and oversee the quarantine washroom facilities.
• Co-ordinate and assist with delivering the day-to-day Nematology diagnostic work.
• Produce written reports of results for customers and offer advice on plant nematode pathogenicity.
• Provide advice to PHSI and policy regarding PCN.
• Supervise the day to day work of Assistant Diagnosticians and seasonal staff.
• Ensure best practice in the lab and adherence to quality systems (ISO9001 and ISO17025).
• Help to meet target savings through the Continuous Improvement process.