Anatomy Facility Manager(UK visa sponsorship available)

Job Description

About the Role

Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) is seeking an Anatomy Facility Manager to lead and oversee the delivery of high-quality technical services in anatomy. Joining our award-winning team, which supports teaching for more than 1,000 students each year, you will manage the daily operations of the Anatomy Facility, ensuring excellence in teaching, research, and continuous improvement.

You will be responsible for managing specialist teaching and research areas, ensuring services are efficient, compliant, and responsive to the needs of staff, students, and visitors. This includes ensuring adherence to legislation and University policies, providing practical guidance, and developing training for staff.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and line-managing the technical team, including training and development.

Developing strategies to expand facility activities, including income generation and partnerships with industry.

Maintaining safety compliance, producing risk assessments, SOPs, and health and safety documentation.

Overseeing equipment maintenance and contributing to health and safety committees.

Acting as the primary link between academic, technical, and administrative colleagues to ensure seamless service delivery.

About You

You will be educated to degree level (Level 6) or equivalent, with strong technical knowledge of anatomical facilities and techniques. With proven management experience, you will be confident leading a small team, delivering high standards, and driving continuous improvement.

Essential skills and experience include:

Strong organizational, planning, and project management abilities.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain policies and procedures clearly to different audiences.

Experience building effective working relationships and influencing others to achieve results.

Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability, with sound decision-making skills.

Knowledge of University systems, relevant legislation, and health and safety regulations, including the Human Tissue Act (2004).

Experience in management and data handling.

Desirable qualities include:

Postgraduate qualifications.

Knowledge of higher education and University financial regulations.

Experience in developing strategic income generation.

About BSMS

Brighton and Sussex Medical School is proud to hold a Gold Athena Swan Award, recognizing our commitment to equality and diversity.

Further information about the School can be found on the BSMS website.

Why Work With Us

The University of Sussex offers a comprehensive reward and benefits package, alongside a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Additional Information

Visa sponsorship: This role may be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. For details, please see the University’s Skilled Worker Visa information page.

The University requires all work to be undertaken within the UK.

The University values diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.