Band 6 Biomedical scientist

Pulse; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse is recruiting a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist in Haemoglobinopathy for a busy NHS Hospital in London. In this role, you will work in a specialist lab performing critical Haemoglobinopathy screenings using advanced analysers and contribute significantly to laboratory services while supporting junior staff.

Benefits

Practical assistance with relocation

Support from experienced consultants

Dedicated payroll support

Guidance on CV and interview techniques

Assistance with professional registration

Flexible payment options

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is mandatory.
• Experience in microtomy and operating specific analysers is required.
• Candidates should have NHS or private sector experience.

Responsibilities

• Running BioRad Variant II and Sebia analysers in a Red Cell lab.
• Proficiency in microtomy and providing support in service delivery.
• Guidance for junior staff and ensuring high standards in laboratory operations.

Skills

Microtomy

Haematology laboratory experience

HPLC analysis

Consultation skills

Education

HCPC registration

Tools

BioRad Variant II HPLC

Sebia Capillary Flex Electrophoresis

Sebia Hydrasys

Job description

The Biomedical Science team at Pulse is currently recruiting a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist in Haemoglobinopathy to work in a busy NHS Hospital in London. We are looking for a biomedical scientist who can make a real difference in supporting the laboratory’s service.

What will you be doing in this Biomedical Scientist role?

As a Biomedical Scientist, you will be working in a specialist Red Cell lab where Haemoglobinopathy screening is performed. You will be running the BioRad Variant II HPLC analysers for Haemoglobinopathy screening, and Sebia Capillary Flex Electrophoresis and Sebia Hydrasys for Acid/Alkali gels.

Position: Biomedical Scientist
Banding: 6
Location: London
Hours: Shift Pattern
Duration: Temporary

Additional responsibilities include:

Proficiency in microtomy, capable of cutting over 30 blocks per hour to a high standard; experience in embedding and staining; supporting senior biomedical scientists in service delivery; providing guidance to junior staff.

Benefits of this position:

• Practical assistance with relocation, accommodation, and DBS/CRB checks
• Support from dedicated and experienced consultants
• Dedicated payroll support for prompt payments
• Guidance on CV and interview techniques
• Assistance with professional body registration
• Options for PAYE, umbrella, or LTD company payments

Requirements for this Biomedical Scientist position:

• HCPC registration
• Microtomy experience
• UK NHS or private sector Haematology laboratory experience
• Experience with analysers: BioRad Variant II HPLC, Sebia Capillary Flex Electrophoresis, and Sebia Hydrasys

Why work with Pulse?

• Knowledgeable, dedicated, and experienced Biomedical Science Team
• Access to exclusive vacancies through numerous Master Vendor trusts
• Opportunities outside NHS Rate caps via private sector agreements
• International roles outside the UK
• Collaboration on exclusive laboratory projects within the Acacium Group

Next steps

If this role sounds like the perfect fit, please apply now.