Biomedical Scientist Specialist

Biomedical Scientist Specialist

Job Summary

The Microbiology Services Laboratory provides a centralised and diverse microbiological service that is essential to the operation of NHSBT. This vacancy is based in the bacteriology laboratory which is at the forefront of scientific research with a progressive approach and close links with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), universities and international biomedical companies.

Main duties of the job

• You will be required to perform, analyse, record and interpret a wide range of specialist / complex bacteriological investigations relating to the issue of results for blood and tissue products
• You will be responsible for the support and training of new and less experienced staff
• You will be required to handle blood and tissue samples and operate a range of laboratory analysers and equipment
• You will be on hand to deal with queries from other departments, medical staff or visitors and to provide specialist bacteriological advice to a range of service users
• Some Saturday working will be required on a rotational basis

About You

Experience and Knowledge

• Broad knowledge and experience in the field of bacteriology and bacterial identification gained through previous experience working as a Biomedical Scientist
• Experience in specialised manual and automated bacteriological laboratory techniques using a wide range of complex equipment
• Experience in prioritising and issuing work to other staff and monitoring progress to ensure deadlines are met
• Understanding of UK Accreditation Service (UKAS), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Good Laboratory Practice, Clinical Pathology Accreditation and UK Blood Transfusion Service (UKBTS)
• Experience of working with Information Technology
• Experience of writing reports, preparing and delivering presentations and training and mentoring staff.

Qualifications and Training

• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist
• Science graduate with relevant post graduate training in bacteriology and bacterial identification.
• Evidence of continuous learning and professional development
• Willingness to undertake further training and development relevant to the post and work of the laboratory

Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process.

About Us

At NHS Blood and Transplant, we’re incredibly proud of the many talented people who come together every day to make our organisation the very best it can be. We have clearly defined values that are centred around offering exceptional care to our donors and their families. We take care of each other too and we focus on building our expertise so we can change lives, provide quality support and offer fulfilling careers.

It’s an opportunity to contribute to a unique team as part of a service that saves lives 365 days a year. We offer brilliant benefits including 27 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), a comprehensive induction and training programme, and competitive pension scheme.

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with and positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality.

Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on 26th February 2023

Interviews are anticipated to be held on 22nd March 2023 – subject to confirmation

For informal enquiries please contact – Name: Mhairi Webster, Job Title: Laboratory Manager, Contact Details: Mhairi.webster@nhsbt.nhs.uk