Biomedical Scientist

Cambridge University Hospitals; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site facilities

Bus travel discount

Parking subsidy

Staff break spaces

Job summary

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Biomedical Scientist to join our Biochemical Genetics Unit. The role involves undertaking testing and processing of biological specimens, entering results into hospital IT systems, and communicating results to service users.

You must be HCPC registered or on track to registration and be able to work shifts including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Biomedical Science degree or equivalent is required.
• HCPC registration or on track to obtain it.
• Portfolio/registration assessment may be considered for starting Band 4.

Responsibilities

• Undertake testing and processing of biological specimens.
• Enter results into hospital IT systems and communicate them to service users.
• Work flexibly including extended hours and 24/7 service.
• Supervise or train less experienced staff.

Skills

Biomedical Science knowledge

Testing & validation

Quality management

Team supervision

Flexibility & shift work

Education

Biomedical Science degree

HCPC registration

Tools

LIMS

EPIC IT system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Main area Division B - Healthcare Science Services Grade Band 5 Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Part time
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week (Full Time or Part Time / Flexible working hours may be considered) Job ref 180-B-264234

Employer Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Addenbrookes Hospital - Division B Town Cambridge Salary £32,073 - £39,043 p.a. pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 05/10/2026 23:59 Interview date 16/10/2026

Job overview

Addenbrookes CUH Biochemical Genetics Unit is looking for an experienced, versatile, and highly dynamic Biomedical Scientist to join our team of BMS’ and MLA's.

To be suitable for this substantive role, you must have a degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent and be registered with the HCPC.

Completed registration portfolio awaiting assessment will be considered (starting salary Band 4 until HCPC registration has been awarded.)

You will have the following:-

• Experience of working in a Biomedical Science laboratory
• Experience of IT systems including LIMS systems and Microsoft Office packages
• Competency to perform testing and validate results to defined protocols
• Experience of Quality Management Systems
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

Our laboratory runs an extended hours service and there is a requirement for you to be flexible and able to participate in the shift rota, covering Lates and Saturdays.

Please note that the interview will include a practical and an IT assessment which will be scored and contribute to the overall interview performance.

Main duties of the job

Undertake testing and processing of biological specimens. Entering of results into the hospital IT systems and communication of results to service users.

To work flexibly in reflection of service needs. This may include an extended working day and/or participation in delivery of a 24 hour, 7 days per week service.

Supervise and/or train less experienced staff in own area of work and competency. Post holder must not work outside their defined field of competence

The work of the service brings staff into constant contact with human body fluids, tissues and hazardous chemicals. This may include blood, pus, urine, faeces, and respiratory secretions.

Maintain and promote professional image of the Biomedical Science profession and Cambridge University Hospital’s Trust.

Working for our organisation

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values – Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people’s age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 5th October 2026

Interviews are due to be held on 16th October 2026

All appointments with a start date on or after 1 October 2026 will be subject to a 12-week probationary period. This provides a structured and supportive period to help you settle into your role, with regular reviews and feedback.

As there is a 12-week probationary period, successful candidates are expected to have the Right to Work for a period of at least 6 months from the proposed start date. Immigration and Right to Work status will be discussed with successful candidates at conditional offer. CUH will not offer sponsorship to candidates that have applied for a fee waiver.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full-time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full-time permanent contract unless you have:
- applied for a Graduate visa
- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment

Benefits to you

At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.

On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.

CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.

Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Health Professions Council registration as a Biomedical Scientist
• Biomedical Science degree or equivalent
• Evidence of CPD
• Started an IBMS specialist diploma in Clinical Biochemistry

Experience

• Practical experience of working in a Biomedical Science laboratory and associated knowledge
• Experience of using pathology IT systems
• Experience of using quality management systems
• Previous relevant experience of working in the NHS in a Biomedical Science laboratory

Knowledge

• Theoretical knowledge of Biomedical Science procedures gained through BSc or equivalent
• Health and safety procedures
• Knowledge of EPIC IT system or equivalent LIMS
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems

Skills

• Willingness to undertake cross training and extend skill set
• Interpretation and analytical skills
• Ability to work as a team or independently
• Degree of manual dexterity
• Teaching and training skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Able to prioritise own workload and of others to meet the need of the service
• Ability to supervise less experienced staff, including supporting the training of staff

Additional Requirements

• Ability to understand and behave at all times towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind and excellent
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work in an organised manner and meet deadlines
• Show attention to detail
• Prepared to be flexible in relation to working hours
• Dependable and enthusiastic
• Friendly and approachable

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.