Technical Operations Director (Anatomy Learning Centre)

Canterbury Christ Church University

Please note a full application including a covering letter detailing your experience alongside a CV is required for applications to be considered. Please be advised applications made without providing a cover letter will not be accepted.

Are you ready to lead one of the University’s most specialised technical operations teams? Canterbury Christ Church University is seeking an exceptional individual to take on the role of Technical Operations Director for our Anatomy Learning Centre.

As a key member of the Directorate of Specialist Resources and Technical Services, you will oversee the delivery of high-quality technical support for teaching, research, and knowledge exchange activities within the Anatomy Learning Centre. Working closely with academic leads from Kent and Medway Medical School and across the University, you will ensure a world-class learning experience for both staff and students.

About the Role

In this pivotal leadership role, you will:

• Act as the Designated Individual under the Human Tissue Authority Licence (HTA) on behalf of the University.
• Have extensive knowledge of the Human Tissue Act 2004 and the Human Tissue Authority including leading on the delivery of the standards outlined in Code C.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the centre runs efficiently and complies with all regulatory requirements.
• Oversee health and safety management for the centre, ensuring all staff, students, and visitors work within safe, compliant environments.
• Lead and inspire a team of technical staff, driving best practice, professional development, and operational excellence.
• Shape the future of technical service provision through forward planning, business intelligence, and infrastructure development.
• Build strong partnerships with academic colleagues to support teaching, research, and innovation.
• Manage specialist facilities, resources, and budgets to enable cutting-edge anatomical education and research.

About You

You will bring:

• Proven experience in a similar technical leadership role, ideally within a higher education or clinical setting.
• Expertise in working with anatomical resources, including cadaveric material.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations (IOSH or NEBOSH qualification desirable).
• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple teams and complex projects.
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RSci or REng/ABTT) and Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy are desirable but not essential.

Why Canterbury Christ Church University?

At Canterbury Christ Church University, we are proud of our collaborative, inclusive culture and our commitment to innovation in teaching and research. We offer a supportive environment, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to make a real impact in shaping the future of anatomical education.

How to apply

Start date for applications: 12th of November 2025
Closing date for applications: 5th of December 2025
Interviews are to be held: 12th of December 2025

If you require further information regarding the post please feel free to contact Pamela Lithgow, pamela.lithgow@canterbury.ac.uk (strictly no agencies, thank you) quoting reference number REQ05887.