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Biomedical Scientist

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

London

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GBP 30,000 - 55,000

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5 days ago
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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Scientist to join their Diagnostic Immunology Service. This full-time role involves performing critical laboratory investigations, including ELISA and flow cytometry, while ensuring high standards of accuracy and quality. The successful candidate will support senior staff and contribute to the day-to-day operations of the lab, making a significant impact on patient care. The organization values diversity and inclusion, fostering a supportive environment where all staff are respected and valued. If you are passionate about making a difference in pediatric healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Experience in routine diagnostic assays for Autoimmune/Serology.
  • Knowledge of laboratory procedures and SOPs.
  • Ability to supervise or train others.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct laboratory investigations on pediatric samples.
  • Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure quality standards.
  • Assist in documentation for UKAS accreditation.

Skills

Laboratory Investigations
ELISA
Flow Cytometry
Cell Culture
Data Handling
Quality Management Systems
Health and Safety Legislation
Communication Skills

Education

BSc in Medical Laboratory Science
HCPC Registration

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Job summary

This is a full-time Contract for a well-motivated and enthusiastic Scientist to support the Diagnostic Immunology Service at GOSH.

The Immunology Laboratory at Great Ormond Street Hospital provides diagnostic services to the Trust, including allergy, autoimmunity, immunophenotyping, cell culture and proteins, as well as a national specialist Molecular Diagnostic Service for immune deficiency.

You will undertake routine investigations and duties providing supportto senior Scientists in all these areas under their supervision.

Please ensure that you read the attached Job Description and Person Specification carefully as your application will be judged against these criteria.

Main duties of the job

To carry out laboratory investigations on paediatric samples unsupervised as requested by the clinical services, taking responsibility for quality and accuracy of the results produced.This includes performing: ELISA, Allergy testing, Indirect Immunofluorescence techniques, cell culture and proliferation assays, Flow cytometry techniques.

To have knowledge of the standard operating procedures (SOPs) in use within the department and be proficient in the most frequently performed techniques and update SOPs as required.

To assist senior healthcare scientists in the provision of the laboratory service for the day to day running of the laboratory.

To operate and maintain (where appropriate) laboratory equipment in the prescribed manner

Ensure all work is completed timely and to satisfactory standards and will seek advice from senior staff when required.

Ensure that safe working practises are maintained according to standard operational procedures.

To participate in maintaining appropriate internal and external quality assurance.

To assist the senior staff and laboratory manager with documentation including that required for UKAS accreditation.

To assist in maintaining stock levels as required.

To participate in adaptation to new methodology or working practices when required, due to changing circumstances.

To Participate in and facilitation of Quality Assurance and Audit.

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

Job description

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 documents please view the attachment/s below.

Job description
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 documents please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Combined Values

Essential

  • Combined Values
Academic/Professional qualification/Training

Essential

  • BSc in Medical Laboratory Science or completion of Grade A/STP Clinical Scientist training programme
  • HCPC registration
  • Previous experience of working in an accredited Immunology laboratory
Experience/Knowledge

Essential

  • Experience in performing routine diagnostic assays used in Autoimmune/Serology, Cellular & Immunophenotyping
  • Experience of flow cytometry
  • Scientific knowledge of laboratory procedures including the use of SOP's and understanding of the safe and effective use of equipment
  • Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and document control
  • Knowledge of Health and safety legislation
  • Monitoring of NEQAS results
Skills/Abilities

Essential

  • Able to communicate effectively with staff (written and verbal)
  • Accuracy in working and close attention to detail
  • Supervising or training others
  • Must have experience in data handling
Person Specification
Combined Values

Essential

  • Combined Values
Academic/Professional qualification/Training

Essential

  • BSc in Medical Laboratory Science or completion of Grade A/STP Clinical Scientist training programme
  • HCPC registration
  • Previous experience of working in an accredited Immunology laboratory
Experience/Knowledge

Essential

  • Experience in performing routine diagnostic assays used in Autoimmune/Serology, Cellular & Immunophenotyping
  • Experience of flow cytometry
  • Scientific knowledge of laboratory procedures including the use of SOP's and understanding of the safe and effective use of equipment
  • Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and document control
  • Knowledge of Health and safety legislation
  • Monitoring of NEQAS results
Skills/Abilities

Essential

  • Able to communicate effectively with staff (written and verbal)
  • Accuracy in working and close attention to detail
  • Supervising or training others
  • Must have experience in data handling
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Great Ormond Street Hospital

Level 2 Immunology Department, Camelia Botnar Labs

London

WC1N 3JH

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