Healthcare Scientist / Biomedical Scientist x3
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are seeking 3 experienced Biomedical Scientists, to join our Porton Laboratory team to support specific to COVID-19 genomic sequencing: RNA extraction of positive COVID-19 samples, sample processing for sequencing, plus other genomic work duties as appropriate.
One post is for a Healthcare Scientist HEO for which State registration is desirable but not essential.
Two posts are for HCPC state registered Biomedical Scientists.
Ideally, candidates should already be state registered with the HCPC however candidates working towards HCPC state registration i.e. within 6 months of completion of training and assessment, will be considered for the BMS posts and if successful will be appointed as a Healthcare Scientist pending successful state registration when their job title may be changed to the protected BMS title.
It is essential that candidates have experience in running NGS platforms and sequencing services without supervision and knowledge of automated liquid handling.
UKHSA Porton plays an important role in preparing for and coordinating responses to potential healthcare emergencies, including possible acts of deliberate release. The site is certified to ISO 9001: 2015 and a number of laboratories are accredited to UKAS ISO 15189: 2012. UKHSA Porton also hold approval to provide IBMS registration and Virology specialist portfolios to provide a diagnostic service to the UK.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Healthcare Scientist / Biomedical Scientist x3 roles across UK Health Security Agency's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,588 - £35,612 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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