Colin Mudd

Colin Mudd serves as a Lecturer in Haematology at Nottingham Trent University and the University of Derby while concurrently holding the position of Team Leader and Training Lead in Haematology for the National Health Service (NHS). His career in biomedical science commenced at age 16 through a hospital trainee post, progressing through formal qualifications in Medical Laboratory Technology.

His educational foundation includes:

• Ordinary National Certificate (ONC) in Medical Laboratory Technology
• Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Medical Laboratory Technology
• Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) Fellowship

Mudd's professional focus centers on Haematology and Biomedical Science education, characterized by hands-on integration of academic knowledge into clinical practice. He pioneered an MSc program at Jimma University in Ethiopia and has verified over 300 IBMS specialist portfolios, demonstrating commitment to global training standards and professional accreditation pathways within laboratory medicine.

As an openly gay academic, Mudd actively champions diversity in life sciences through lived experience, emphasizing that sexual orientation and gender identity present no barrier to professional respect or advancement. His advocacy leverages seniority to foster inclusive environments across NHS and academic settings.

In advisory capacities, Mudd's verification of 300+ IBMS portfolios directly impacts biomedical scientist accreditation, while his cross-institutional lecturing at Nottingham Trent University, University of Derby, and IBMS events shapes curriculum development and continuing education. His NHS team leadership ensures clinical training aligns with academic standards.

Mudd directs haematology operations within the NHS laboratory setting, where his dual clinical-academic role bridges diagnostic practice with educational leadership, maintaining quality standards while mentoring laboratory staff through structured training frameworks.