Biomedical Scientist

North West London Pathology; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare laboratory organization in Greater London seeks a Biomedical Scientist with HCPC registration and a minimum of 2 years' post-registration experience in Clinical Biochemistry or Serology. This role offers training in both departments and potential for promotion upon portfolio completion. Responsibilities include maintaining laboratory safety and quality, processing samples, and collaboration with clinical staff. Applicants should possess strong analytical skills and customer service experience. Benefits include career development and flexible working.

Benefits

Career development

Flexible working

Staff wellbeing programmes

Cycle to Work scheme

Car lease schemes

Season ticket loan

Membership options for onsite leisure facilities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post registration experience in Clinical Biochemistry or Serology.
• Previous experience in a multi-disciplinary laboratory is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Be a flexible member of the Blood Sciences laboratory providing quality service.
• Maintain required levels of laboratory safety and good practice.
• Process and analyze samples in the laboratory, under supervision.
• Maintain effective records and contribute to laboratory's quality system.
• Perform supervised laboratory procedures as directed.

Skills

Good practical analytical skills

Good interpretive skills at bench level

Judgment on complex problems

Prioritization based on demand

Customer Service experience

Education

Biomedical Science degree or equivalent

HCPC Registration

IBMS Specialist Diploma or equivalent knowledge

Active in Continuing Professional Development

Tools

Pathology computer systems

Job description

We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a keen desire to learn and develop professionally. The ideal candidate is HCPC reistered Biomedical Scientist with minimum 2 years post registration experience in Clinical Biochemistry or Serology.

Successful candidate will be trained on both Clinical Biochemistry and Serology departments. We will also consider applicants with less than 2 years post registration experience but are able to demonstrate significant laboratory experience and can be employed as Band 5.

Once the specialist portfolio in either Clinical Biochemistry or Serology is completed, there will be automatic promotion to Band 6. Previous experience in a multi-disciplinary laboratory setting and/or with automated platforms (especially Abbott Alinity) is highly desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity to grow within a forward-thinking and supportive pathology network. Join us at NWLP--where innovation meets dedication.

Apply now. We look forward to hearing from you.

Main duties of the job

• To be an efficient flexible member of the Blood Sciences laboratory providing a high quality service to Imperial College Healthcare Trust.
• To maintain the required levels of laboratory safety and good laboratory practice, as specified in local and national guidelines.
• To work with biomedical scientists and clinical scientists in the provision of a comprehensive and effective Blood Sciences service for the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, as directed by the Head of the Department.
• To participate in the efficient handling, processing and analysis of samples in the laboratory, under supervision.
• To maintain effective records of all activities and procedures, and to contribute towards the maintenance of the laboratory's quality system.
• To check, keep clean and maintain laboratory equipment.
• To carry out supervised laboratory procedures in all sections of the laboratory, as directed by the Head of the Unit and senior scientific staff.
• To undergo appropriate teaching and training as directed and as necessary in order to maintain HPC registration and to maintain suitable records of all training activities undertaken.

About us

Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

NWLP Induction

The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.

For 2025/26, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.

Monday 3 November 2025Monday 1 December 2025Monday 5 January 2026Monday 2 February 2026Monday 2 March 2026Monday 13 April 2026Monday 11 May 2026Monday 1 June 2026Monday 6 July 2026Monday 3 August 2026Monday 7 September 2026Monday 5 October 2026Monday 2 November 2026Monday 7 December 2026

Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education

• Biomedical Science degree or equivalent which is acceptable by the IBMS /HPC for registration
• HCPC Registration and clear understanding of Code of Conduct and Professional Standards of the HCPC
• IBMS Specialist Diploma or demonstrate the equivalent depth and breadth of knowledge in the relevant discipline evidenced by competency documents or equivalent
• Actively involved in Continuing Professional Development

Skills

• Good practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
• Good interpretive skills at bench level
• Able to provide judgment on a range of complex problems
• Able to prioritise work according to demand and urgency
• Customer Service experience

Experience

• A good working knowledge of specialist subject in relevant discipline
• Use of Pathology computer systems
• Previous experience in a large busy laboratory

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.